Solana’s surprising resurgence in 2025 has even skeptics surprised. Once criticized for outages and technical limitations, the network has rebuilt its reputation through upgrades and institutional recognition. The approval of Solana ETFs in Europe and Asia is a key driver of this growth, attracting over $3 billion in investment to SOL-based products. This increased demand positions Solana among Ethereum and Bitcoin’s conversation with institutional investors. Experts predict that strong ETF support combined with growing retail participation could push the price of Solana to reach $300 before year’s end. 2025 has seen record daily active wallets and rebounding NFT activity, driving DeFi protocols on Solana to double their total value locked since January, while stablecoin transfers on the network are approaching $40 billion monthly. This renewed confidence fuels Solana’s journey towards becoming a reliable and scalable Layer 1 blockchain. Analysts highlight that this retail demand, combined with ETF inflows, forms a powerful dual driver for price appreciation.