Solana Holds Above $77 as Record 300K RWA Holders Signal Growing Network Adoption

 

By Muhammad Hassan // July 16, 2026 @ 08:22 AM Make AlphaWire Logo preferred on Google News
Solana Holds Above $77 as Record 300K RWA Holders Signal Growing Network Adoption

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Points of Focus

  • Solana traded at $77.12 as RWA holders surpassed 300,000, the highest among all blockchains.
  • The network now hosts 2,166 tokenized real-world assets worth about $3.32 billion.
  • SOL holds above key support, with $80-$81.50 remaining the next major resistance zone.

 

Solana (SOL) traded at $77.12 at the time of writing, holding above the $77 level after becoming the largest blockchain by real-world asset (RWA) holders. According to RWA.xyz data, the network reached 300,130 RWA holders, overtaking every major blockchain by holder count and extending its lead in one of crypto’s fastest-growing sectors.

The milestone comes as SOL attempts to extend its recovery from June lows while holding above key support, giving traders another onchain signal to watch alongside the technical setup. With tokenized assets attracting increasing institutional attention, traders are watching whether stronger network fundamentals can help SOL build enough demand to challenge the next resistance levels.

 

SOL price chart over the last 7 days. Source: CoinGecko
SOL price chart over the last 7 days. Source: CoinGecko

 

Solana RWA growth strengthens the network adoption narrative

The latest holder milestone reflects more than a growing user base. RWA.xyz data shows Solana now supports 2,166 tokenized assets, while its distributed RWA market stands at $3.32 billion, up 11.09% over the past 30 days. The network also generated $7.65 billion in RWA transfer volume during the last 30 days, suggesting tokenized assets are seeing sustained onchain activity rather than sitting idle.

 

Solana RWA metrics continue climbing. Source: RWA.xyz
Solana RWA metrics continue climbing. Source: RWA.xyz

 

The network’s RWA ecosystem is also becoming more diverse. Stablecoins account for the largest share of distributed asset value, with USDC (USDC) ($6.72 billion), Tether’s USDt (USDT) ($3.77 billion), and USD1 ($1.02 billion) leading the ecosystem. Beyond stablecoins, the network now hosts tokenized US Treasurys, private equity, corporate credit, and other financial products, showing that Solana’s RWA market is expanding beyond stablecoins into a broader mix of financial assets.

 

Solana supports 2,166 tokenized assets. Source: RWA.xyz
Solana supports 2,166 tokenized assets. Source: RWA.xyz

 

Growth is also becoming more diversified across issuers instead of relying on a single provider. RWA.xyz data ranks Circle ($6.8 billion), Tether Holdings ($3.8 billion), Paxos ($1.3 billion), and BitGo ($1.2 billion) among the largest platforms by distributed asset value on Solana, while companies such as Securitize, Anchorage Digital, Ctrl Alt, and Ethena continue expanding their presence.

 

Leading issuers expand on Solana. Source: RWA.xyz
Leading issuers expand on Solana. Source: RWA.xyz

 

Activity in tokenized equities adds another layer to the story. Solana processed $3.47 billion in tokenized equity spot trading volume during June 2026, capturing more than 96% of cross-chain trading volume in that category. The network’s distributed RWA value has trended steadily higher since late 2025, showing that adoption has accelerated alongside higher trading activity rather than through one-off asset issuances.

 

Solana price faces a key technical resistance zone

Strong network activity has improved sentiment, though price action has yet to confirm a broader trend reversal.

SOL has recovered from its June lows and is trading above both its five-day moving average (MA) ($76.84) and 20-day MA ($75.47), showing that short-term momentum has turned positive. The token remains just below its 50-day MA ($77.86), while the 100-day ($81.99) and 200-day ($108.60) MAs continue acting as overhead resistance, indicating that the broader trend has yet to fully reverse despite the recent rebound.

 

SOL moving average data. Source: Barchart.com
SOL moving average data. Source: Barchart.com

 

Momentum indicators present a balanced picture. On the four-hour chart, the relative strength index (RSI) sits near 51, showing neutral momentum after cooling from recent highs and leaving room for another move without entering overbought territory.

 

SOL RSI data. Source: Crypto Waves
SOL RSI data. Source: Crypto Waves

 

On the daily chart, the moving average convergence/divergence (MACD) remains above the zero line, although the histogram has begun to contract and the MACD line is converging with the signal line. That suggests bullish momentum remains intact but has slowed, making a break above nearby resistance an important signal for buyers.

 

SOL MACD signals. Source: Bitcoin MACD
SOL MACD signals. Source: Bitcoin MACD

 

The next technical hurdle remains between $80 and $81.50, where a descending trendline intersects with previous rejection levels. A close above that region could open the door to $88.50, while the broader $89-$92 area remains the strongest resistance cluster before the psychological $100 level.

Ali Martinez also noted that Solana’s SuperTrend indicator recently generated its first buy signal since October 2025, identifying $96 and $121 as longer-term upside levels if buying pressure continues. He also highlighted $60 as the level that would invalidate the bullish structure.

 

 

Adoption is accelerating, but risks remain for SOL buyers

The record RWA holder count strengthens Solana’s long-term adoption story, though it doesn’t guarantee an immediate breakout.

One limitation is that institutional participation remains uneven. Spot Solana ETFs recorded two consecutive sessions of zero net inflows on July 13 and 14, followed by a modest $707,080 net outflow on July 15, according to SoSoValue. While cumulative net inflows have remained near $1.14 billion, the recent flow pattern suggests many institutional investors are still waiting for stronger technical confirmation before increasing exposure. Retail traders have played a larger role in the latest recovery, with derivatives activity remaining elevated even as ETF demand has softened.

 

Total SOL spot ETF history data. Source: SoSoValue
Total SOL spot ETF history data. Source: SoSoValue

 

Macro conditions also remain a variable. Changes in interest rate expectations, Treasury yields, or geopolitical developments can quickly affect demand for higher-risk assets regardless of blockchain-specific fundamentals.

That leaves the $74-$76 region as the most important support area. Holding above it would preserve the current recovery structure, while losing it could shift attention back toward the upper $60s.

The record holder count adds another measurable indicator of Solana’s expanding tokenized asset ecosystem at a time when the token is testing a key technical inflection point. With more than 300,000 RWA holders, over 2,120 tokenized assets, and roughly $3.32 billion in distributed RWA value, the network continues building onchain adoption even as traders wait for confirmation above the $80-$81.50 resistance zone.

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Muhammad Hassan

Muhammad Hassan is a tech writer with over 11 years of experience in the crypto space. He specializes in crafting data-driven strategic content that helps blockchain and fintech brands grow their organic reach. He has led editorial initiatives for global crypto media outlets, where his strategies and article series have reached millions of readers worldwide.

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