Darlene Lleno

Darlene Lleno is a crypto enthusiast and author who was first hooked on Axie Infinity, with SLP (Smooth Love Potion) being her entry point into the world of digital assets. While she still holds SLP, her focus has since expanded to include diverse trading in cryptocurrencies, memecoins, metals, and stocks. Passionate about exploring opportunities across various markets, Darlene shares her insights and experiences to help others navigate the dynamic financial landscape.

Solana Price Is Falling Even as the ETF Approval Race Heats Up

Solana price falling in mid-2026 has caught many investors off guard, especially with on-chain activity near all-time highs and ETF approval looking closer than ever. The disconnect comes from profit-taking by early holders, macro rotation into Bitcoin and Ethereum, and a classic pre-approval trading pattern playing out on schedule.

by Darlene Lleno

Altcoin ETF Summer Is Coming and the Solana ETF Approval Will Set It Off

Altcoin ETF summer is shaping up as one of the defining crypto narratives of 2026, with Bloomberg analysts pointing to the Solana ETF as the most likely first approval. Multiple major asset managers have active SEC filings, and the approval window is narrowing fast.

by Darlene Lleno

BlackRock Bitcoin Income ETF Fee Revealed at 0.65%

The BlackRock Bitcoin Income ETF fee has been confirmed at 0.65%, making it notably pricier than BlackRock's standard IBIT fund. This income-focused Bitcoin product targets investors who want yield alongside Bitcoin exposure.

by Darlene Lleno

Bitway (BTW) Price Surges 644% in 7 Days

The Bitway BTW price surged 644.7% in seven days, reaching $0.092 on June 10, 2026. BTW broke its all-time high and now holds a $201 million market cap ranked #173 on CoinGecko.

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Kraken Crypto Banking Push Aims to Reach Every Bank

Kraken crypto banking has become a central strategic goal for the exchange, which filed for a national trust bank charter in 2026. Kraken is positioning itself as crypto infrastructure that traditional banks can plug into rather than compete against.

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Onchain Crypto Card Payment Volume Hits Record $833M in May 2026

Onchain crypto card payment volume reached a record $833 million in May 2026, up 180% year-over-year according to Cointelegraph data. Cumulative onchain crypto card payment volume has now crossed $9 billion for the first time in the category's history

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Morpho On-Chain Credit Raises $175M to Power Bank Lending

Morpho on-chain credit raised $175 million in a round co-led by Paradigm, a16z crypto, and Ribbit Capital. The funding targets banks, asset managers, and pension funds looking to use public blockchains for lending.

by Darlene Lleno