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Can Utility Coins Ride Out the Market Crash as Trade Wars Ensue?

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By Sponsored Post on April 9, 2025 Uncategorized

Geopolitical tensions are shaking global markets – and crypto isn’t immune. But while Bitcoin and altcoins tumble, the Solaxy ($SOLX) presale is drawing record investor attention, promising real utility in an uncertain landscape.

As the trade war between the United States and China intensifies, the global financial system is once again feeling the impact. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a total 104% tariff on Chinese imports, escalating tensions with Beijing and triggering a fresh wave of sell pressure across traditional and crypto markets.

The latest round of volatility began Tuesday, as Trump declared a new 50% duty on top of existing tariffs in response to China’s retaliatory 34% levies on American goods. China’s Ministry of Commerce condemned the move, calling it “a mistake on top of a mistake” and vowing to “fight to the end.” 

While Trump later hinted that a deal could be on the table, his aides have reportedly prioritised diplomatic talks with Japan and South Korea instead.

The threat of an all-out trade standoff sent shockwaves through the market. Stocks wobbled, briefly recovering from 14-month lows before sliding again. Bitcoin, which had managed a short-lived bounce above $80,000 early Tuesday, has since cratered back to $76,600. 

Liquidations in the crypto space remain high, with $287 million in leveraged trades erased in just 24 hours, impacting over 99,000 traders, according to data from Coinglass.

It’s the kind of geopolitical tension that traditionally drives risk-off behaviour. But not all crypto sectors are seeing red. In fact, while most tokens slide deeper into correction territory, one lesser-known project is attracting significant inflows – Solaxy ($SOLX), a Solana Layer-2 solution that’s raising the bar on what utility coins can deliver.

Solaxy ($SOLX) Emerges as a Real-World Crypto Infrastructure Play

The crypto bear market may be back in headlines, but Solaxy’s presale is having a very different moment. With nearly $30 million raised, the project is quickly becoming one of the standout launches of 2025.

At its heart, Solaxy solves a long-standing problem within the Solana ecosystem: scalability under stress. Despite being celebrated for its speed and low fees, Solana has shown cracks in its infrastructure when usage spikes. From NFT mints to DeFi congestion, Solana users have experienced delays, rejections and fee spikes during high-traffic events.

Solaxy provides a direct response to that problem by introducing Layer-2 rollups – a solution that offloads transactional data from the main chain, bundles it efficiently and submits only the verified end state back to Solana. This method not only relieves pressure on the core network but also opens the door for application-specific scaling, allowing gaming protocols, decentralised finance platforms and digital ID solutions to customise their performance needs.

And this isn’t just a niche solution. Solaxy is also laying the groundwork for Ethereum compatibility, creating a cross-chain bridge between Solana’s lightning-fast environment and Ethereum’s liquidity-rich ecosystem. That positions Solaxy at the intersection of two of the most important blockchain communities – giving it broader relevance than most new infrastructure projects in 2025.

Market Analysts Rally Behind $SOLX

Solaxy’s rise hasn’t gone unnoticed in the influencer and analyst community. Crypto analyst Austin Hilton, who commands an audience of over 344,000 on YouTube, recently called the project “life-changing,” pointing to its presale success and unique positioning within Solana’s tech stack.

The numbers support that enthusiasm. Over 8.3 billion SOLX tokens have already been staked from the project’s total 138 billion supply, with the staking mechanism currently offering a 138% APY. That combination of generous passive income and long-term infrastructure relevance is proving attractive to investors looking for opportunities beyond the market’s usual volatility.

SECURE YOUR STAKE – JOIN THE $SOLX PRESALE TODAY

Importantly, Solaxy’s credibility is backed by a completed audit from blockchain security firm Coinsult, further solidifying its status as a project with real-world potential – not just marketing hype.

At its current presale price of $0.001688, investors are moving quickly to secure allocations ahead of the next phase. The presale is available via the official Solaxy website, accepting ETH, USDT, BNB and fiat payments via bank card. For the most streamlined experience, users can access the presale through the Best Wallet app, available on Android and iOS.

Why Utility Coins Are Gaining Traction in 2025

With so much uncertainty looming over both global trade and digital markets, the appeal of utility-first tokens is clearer than ever.

Bitcoin remains king, but even it is not immune to macroeconomic pressure. Each new tweet from Trump or counterattack from Beijing sends price action into tailspins, with leveraged traders bearing the brunt of the damage. Meanwhile, coins tied purely to hype, speculation, or celebrity endorsements are seeing diminishing returns – and in many cases, outright losses.

Solaxy, by contrast, offers something the market increasingly values: a reason to exist. It provides infrastructure improvements, scalability enhancements and the potential to bridge the gap between two major blockchain networks. 

BUILD DURING THE BEAR – INVEST IN $SOLX INFRASTRUCTURE

This is the type of project that attracts developers, long-term holders and those looking to generate yield without relying on volatile altcoin swings. In other words, it’s the kind of crypto that gets stronger as the market matures.

As Trade War Escalates, Infrastructure May Lead the Next Cycle

While the headlines are dominated by Trump’s tariff threats and the subsequent damage to equity and crypto markets, the underlying trends reveal something deeper. Investors are no longer just looking for the next pump – they’re searching for longevity, functionality and resilience.

Solaxy embodies that new narrative. It’s a utility-driven project with real use cases, cross-chain capability and a team clearly focused on building rather than hyping.

As the trade war plays out and markets remain fragile, it’s likely that the projects which deliver true infrastructure solutions will emerge strongest. For Solana, that may well be Solaxy. And for investors seeking to weather the storm, $SOLX may be one of the few places where optimism – and opportunity – are still on the rise.

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