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- Pump.fun deposited 68,596 SOL worth about $5.65 million into Kraken.
- Overall exchange outflows suggest investors are still accumulating Solana.
- Support near $74 and resistance around $82 remain the most important price levels to watch.
Pump.fun has transferred nearly $5.65 million worth of Solana (SOL) to the Kraken exchange, sparking fresh discussion about whether additional selling pressure could weigh on the cryptocurrency in the coming days. While large exchange deposits often raise concerns among traders, broader market data suggests investors continue accumulating SOL despite the high-profile transfer.
The latest movement comes as Solana trades near a key technical support zone, making the next few sessions especially important for determining the token’s short-term direction.
Pump.fun Transfers Millions in SOL to Kraken
Blockchain data shows Pump.fun deposited 68,596 SOL into Kraken through several transactions, with the largest transfer totaling 41,746 SOL. Splitting the deposits into multiple transactions suggests a coordinated transfer rather than isolated activity.
Historically, moving tokens onto an exchange increases the possibility of selling because the assets become readily available for trading. That possibility immediately caught the attention of market participants, especially as Solana continues to recover from recent price weakness.
However, exchange deposits alone do not guarantee that sales will follow. They simply increase the potential supply available on the market.
Exchange Outflows Signal Continued Investor Confidence
Despite Pump.fun’s transfers, broader spot market data paints a more balanced picture.
Recent exchange flow statistics show Solana recorded approximately $9.62 million in net outflows over the same period. In other words, more SOL left exchanges than entered them, indicating many investors continue moving their holdings into private wallets rather than preparing to sell.
This divergence highlights the difference between a single large holder’s activity and overall market behavior. As long as exchange withdrawals remain stronger than deposits, buyers appear willing to absorb available supply without triggering widespread panic.
Solana Price Tests Key Support
Technically, Solana recently failed to break above resistance near $82.56 before retreating toward the $78 area.
The next major support sits around $74.41. Holding that level could allow buyers to attempt another rally toward previous highs. A decisive break below support, however, could expose the next downside target near $67.
Momentum indicators also suggest buying pressure has cooled but has not disappeared entirely. The Relative Strength Index remains above the neutral 50 level, indicating bulls still retain some control despite recent weakness.
Market positioning adds another layer of uncertainty.
Liquidation data shows significant leveraged positions clustered around the $79, $82, and $84 price levels. If Solana begins recovering, those areas could trigger cascading short liquidations, potentially accelerating upward momentum before stronger resistance emerges.
Meanwhile, downside liquidity appears less concentrated, although smaller liquidation pockets remain just below current prices. This setup suggests volatility could increase sharply once SOL moves toward either side of its current trading range.
Pump.fun’s $5.65 million SOL transfer to Kraken has renewed concerns about potential selling pressure, but the broader Solana market remains relatively resilient. Continued exchange outflows indicate many investors are still accumulating rather than exiting their positions.
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For now, Solana’s ability to defend support near $74 will likely determine whether buyers regain momentum or sellers take control. Combined with large liquidation clusters overhead, the coming trading sessions could prove decisive for SOL’s next major move.
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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