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Key Takeaways:
- Hyperliquid earned 35% of blockchain revenue in July, overtaking Solana and others.
- $15.3B in open interest and 21K new users signal explosive growth.
- HYPE token hit a $49.75 ATH, while Solana’s SOL fell 44% from its peak.
Decentralized derivatives platform Hyperliquid has emerged as a dominant force in blockchain revenue generation, capturing 35% of all revenue across blockchain networks in July, according to VanEck’s latest crypto market report. The surge came at the direct expense of Solana, Ethereum, and BNB Chain — particularly Solana, whose failure to deliver on reliability and upgrades cost it valuable users and momentum.
Solana Loses Ground to Superior User Experience
VanEck analysts led by Matthew Sigel credited Hyperliquid’s success to its streamlined product and high functionality, noting that the platform has “poached high-value users from Solana and has retained them.” While Solana grappled with persistent network reliability issues and unmet upgrade milestones, Hyperliquid offered a frictionless trading environment for perpetual futures — a market segment where Solana has underperformed.
“Solana has not delivered meaningful improvements in perps trading,” VanEck wrote, “and Hyperliquid stepped up with a better product.”
On-Chain Metrics Reflect Rapid Growth
Hyperliquid’s ascent is backed by significant on-chain growth. Open interest surged to $15.3 billion in July — a staggering 369% increase year-to-date. Over $5.1 billion in USDC has been bridged into the platform, underlining growing user confidence and liquidity. A key driver was Phantom Wallet’s in-app integration, which alone contributed $2.66 billion in trading volume, $1.3 million in fees, and nearly 21,000 new users.
HYPE Token Rallies as SOL Sinks
The native token HYPE mirrored this success, reaching an all-time high of $49.75 in mid-July, climbing from just over $10 in April. Despite a minor correction, the token’s momentum highlights investor confidence in Hyperliquid’s growing market share. In contrast, Solana’s SOL token has dropped 44% from its January peak, impacted by fading memecoin hype and competition from more nimble platforms.
Hyperliquid’s July performance marks a turning point in the decentralized derivatives landscape. By offering a reliable, feature-rich experience, it has not only captured substantial blockchain revenue but also directly challenged Solana’s standing in the sector. As user and capital migration continues, the battle for dominance in perpetuals trading may be just beginning.
Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The author’s views are personal and may not reflect the views of Chain Affairs. Before making any investment decisions, you should always conduct your own research. Chain Affairs is not responsible for any financial losses.
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