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Solana Sees $100M Outflow Amidst Growing Cross-Chain Activity

Solana's $100M outflow raises questions about the platform's stability. Meanwhile, cross-chain bridges, despite security concerns, facilitate billions in transactions.

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Solana Sees $100M Outflow Amidst Growing Cross-Chain Activity

Solana, a leading cryptocurrency, has experienced a substantial outflow of funds, with roughly $100 million leaving the platform. This contributes to a total outflow of approximately $333 million in the recent period. Meanwhile, cross-chain activity, although promising, is marked by regulatory and risk risks, reflecting a maturing yet volatile crypto landscape.

Stablecoins play a vital role in cross-chain transfers due to their low risk and ability to move money without loss of value. Debridge, a decentralized cross-chain bridge, has seen significant activity. It facilitates around $61 million in daily transactions, with approximately 10,397 transactions occurring each day. In the last seven days, Debridge processed 72,781 on-chain transactions with a volume of $427 million.

However, bridges like Debridge face substantial risk risks. In 2022 alone, hacks targeting these platforms resulted in losses worth $2.1 billion. Notably, Solana transferred around $100 million to BNB Chain through Debridge, accounting for 30% of its total outflow. Despite the risks, the use of such bridges continues to grow, indicating the increasing interconnectedness of different blockchain networks.

The recent outflows from Solana and the growing use of cross-chain bridges, despite their risks, highlight the dynamic nature of the crypto market. As these platforms mature, so do the challenges and opportunities they present. The role of stablecoins and bridges in facilitating secure, low-risk transfers remains crucial in this evolving ecosystem.

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