The $BERA token underlying the speedy new Berachain blockchain is surging harder than Solana today even amidst a wider market downturn that has seen crypto’s $2.98 trillion market shed 1.4% in the last 24 hours.
Bitcoin is still about 80% short of its 2025 price target of $160,000, while Ethereum needs an increase of 144% to pass its projected target of $5,050.
However, Berachain left them trailing in the dust with a whopping 12% rise overnight to trade at $8.20 as of this writing.
Alongside Berachain, other top layer one tokens posting notable overnight gains include Solana ($SOL), which added 2.7% to $147, and Cardano ($ADA), which rallied 4% to $0.76.
As momentum builds, the question now is whether Berachain has what it takes to challenge Solana’s dominance in the smart contract space.
New Solana killer Berachain: What is it and how is it performing?
Berachain is a next-generation “Ethereum-killer” Layer 1 blockchain that combines high-functionality smart contracts with an innovative consensus mechanism known as Proof-of-Liquidity (PoL).
Unlike traditional models, PoL requires validators to provide liquidity rather than staking tokens or consuming energy, aligning incentives across the network and ensuring ample liquidity for a wide range of DeFi applications.
Since its launch on February 6, Berachain has gained steady traction, climbing from $5 to $6. While it previously met resistance at $9, the latest 24-hour rally has reignited bullish momentum—potentially setting the stage for a breakout above that key level.
Challenging the $9 resistance level won’t come easy.
Berachain’s Relative Strength Index (RSI) has climbed to 70, pushing the asset into overbought territory—often a precursor to short-term profit-taking.
While it gained 2.5% in the last hour, indicating strong buying momentum, a near-term breakout above $9 remains unlikely without a cooling period.
Still, the bigger picture is impressive. In just one month, Berachain has reached a market cap of $871 million, making it the 99th largest cryptocurrency.
It’s a clear sign that established Layer 1s like Solana and Ethereum may face serious competition from this fast-rising contender in 2025.
As Traders Buy Berachain, Solana’s First Layer 2 Upgrade, Solaxy, Raises nearly $30 Million
Berachain, Solana, and other Layer 1 projects are drawing renewed attention in 2025, driven by growing optimism around crypto spot ETFs, Trump’s proposed U.S. Strategic Crypto Reserve, and the increasing likelihood of comprehensive regulation in the United States.
In response, investors are expanding their exposure to promising Layer 2 innovations that enhance the performance of core blockchains.
One standout is Solaxy ($SOLX), Solana’s first-ever Layer 2 scaling solution, which has already raised nearly $30 million—despite still being in its ICO phase.
Solaxy is designed to boost transaction throughput, reduce fees, and improve overall efficiency by processing transactions off-chain before finalizing them on Solana’s mainnet.
It also enables smooth cross-chain operability with Ethereum, making it easier to move liquidity between ecosystems—positioning Solaxy as a major player in Solana’s next phase of growth.
To reinforce its security, Solaxy has successfully passed a smart contract audit by Coinsult, bolstering investor confidence.
Solaxy is likely to blow up big, which is why it is already one of crypto’s rare 8-digit presales.
Staking rewards currently pay 146% APY, with over $27.84 million raised in funding, and growing optimism surrounding a Solana ETF ensuring more more potential investment this year.
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