Crypto Platforms Split As Solana, Ethereum Claim Verticals

From etftrends.com

The battle between crypto platforms is no longer about one blockchain winning everything. Instead, different networks are claiming dominance in specialized verticals, with Ethereum cementing its role as institutional infrastructure while Solana captures the consumer payments layer, according to CoinShares’ 2026 outlook. The shift represents a change in how investors should think about blockchain exposure. Rather than betting on a single winner, the market is splitting into distinct use cases where multiple platforms can thrive simultaneously, the report argues. This changing landscape shaped the strategy behind ... (full story)