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Introduction
The blockchain ecosystem is witnessing a groundbreaking development with LayerEdge, an innovative verification layer that promises to transform how we think about Bitcoin-secured networks. LayerEdge provides fast, low-cost verification of zero-knowledge/validity proofs, enabling scalable, permissionless innovation on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other protocols. This revolutionary project has recently achieved significant milestones and is poised to reshape the future of decentralized verification systems.
What is LayerEdge?
LayerEdge is an innovative verification layer designed to bring enhanced data settlement and verification capabilities to PoS-based chains and rollups. At its core, LayerEdge serves as a platform for aggregating and verifying zk proofs, providing a seamless and efficient method for settling these proofs on the Bitcoin network. The project's unique architecture ensures that data from various sources can be securely anchored to Bitcoin, leveraging its established security and immutability.
LayerEdge is a decentralized network that aims to improve Bitcoin blockspace by incorporating cutting-edge technologies like Zero-Knowledge (ZK) proofs and BitVM. This technological foundation positions LayerEdge as a critical infrastructure component for the next generation of blockchain applications.
Recent Achievements and Milestones
LayerEdge has demonstrated remarkable progress in its development journey. After months of dedicated development and successful testnet phases that engaged over 500,000+ unique verified users (effective) from around the globe, the project has reached several key milestones:
Massive User Engagement: Successfully deployed verification infrastructure with 130,000+ active CLI node runners
Impressive Processing Power: LayerEdge Light Nodes have processed over 1 billion verification operations at the leaf level
Cost Efficiency: Demonstrated 99% cost reduction for Bitcoin-level security verification
Security Assurance: Completed extensive security audits of their verification architecture
Community Growth: Built partnerships with leading protocols across multiple ecosystems
The EDGEN Token Launch
One of the most significant recent developments is the introduction of the EDGEN token, which serves as the economic engine of the LayerEdge ecosystem. Layeredge has announced the upcoming Token Generation Event (TGE) for their EDGEN token scheduled for May 2025, with airdrop distribution included in the launch event.
The tokenomics structure reflects a community-focused approach:
Total Supply: 1 billion EDGEN tokens
Community Allocation: 46% of total supply dedicated to community development
Core Contributors: 22% with 12-month cliff and 48-month linear vesting
Early Backers: 5% with 12-month cliff and 15-month linear vesting
Foundation: 12% with 3-month cliff and 36-month linear vesting
Ecosystem & R&D: 15% linearly vested across 48 months
Exchange Listings and Market Entry
The project is gaining significant traction in the cryptocurrency market. Binance Alpha will be the first platform to introduce LayerEdge (EDGEN)! Trading is set to begin on June 2nd, marking a significant milestone for the project's market presence. Additionally, gate.io Launchpool will offer users the opportunity to stake GT/BTC/ETH in LayerEdge (EDGEN) Launchpool to earn 7.500.000 EDGEN airdrop for free.
Future Roadmap and Predictions
Short-term Developments (2025)
Q2 2025:
L1 Launch (Mainnet)
Enhanced developer tools release
Desktop App release for Windows and Mac
Staking platform launch
Browser Extension release with Phase III
Q3 2025:
Ecosystem Development phase
Expanded protocol integrations
Q4 2025:
edgenOS Mainnet launch - the heart of LayerEdge's verification layer
Long-term Vision (2026 and Beyond)
2026 Projections:
Network expansion to additional blockchain ecosystems
Enterprise verification solutions
Advanced protocol integrations
Transition to a "People-Backed Internet" model
The edgenOS Revolution
LayerEdge is developing edgenOS, a revolutionary operating system for decentralized verification. Users running light-nodes through browser extensions or desktop applications will become part of this network, securing the entire LayerEdge Network through distributed verification operations. This approach democratizes network security and creates a more inclusive ecosystem for genuine users.
Market Predictions and Future Impact
Technical Innovation Impact
LayerEdge's 99% cost reduction for Bitcoin-level security verification positions it as a game-changer in the blockchain space. This efficiency gain could drive mass adoption of Bitcoin-secured applications and services.
Ecosystem Growth Potential
With over 500,000 engaged testnet users and growing partnerships across multiple blockchain ecosystems, LayerEdge is positioned to become a critical infrastructure layer for the Web3 ecosystem.
Market Adoption Forecast
The project's focus on user-friendly solutions (browser extensions, desktop apps) and inclusive participation models suggests strong potential for mainstream adoption. The upcoming token listings on major exchanges like Binance Alpha and Gate.io indicate growing institutional and retail interest.
Enterprise Integration Outlook
The planned enterprise verification solutions for 2026 could position LayerEdge as a bridge between traditional business applications and blockchain technology, potentially accelerating corporate adoption of Bitcoin-secured verification systems.
Challenges and Considerations
While LayerEdge shows tremendous promise, potential challenges include:
Regulatory Compliance: Navigating evolving cryptocurrency regulations across different jurisdictions
Technical Scalability: Managing network growth while maintaining performance and security
Competition: Facing competition from other Layer 2 solutions and verification networks
User Adoption: Converting technical capabilities into widespread user adoption
Conclusion
LayerEdge represents a significant leap forward in blockchain verification technology, combining Bitcoin's security with innovative zero-knowledge proof systems. With its recent achievements, upcoming token launch, and ambitious roadmap, the project is well-positioned to play a crucial role in the future of decentralized networks.
The project's community-focused approach, technical innovation, and strategic partnerships suggest a bright future. As LayerEdge moves toward its mainnet launch and expands its ecosystem, it could fundamentally change how we think about blockchain security and verification, making Bitcoin's robust security accessible to a broader range of applications and users.
For investors, developers, and blockchain enthusiasts, LayerEdge represents an opportunity to participate in what could be the next major evolution in blockchain infrastructure. The combination of proven technology, strong community engagement, and clear roadmap makes LayerEdge a project worth watching as it moves toward full deployment and mainstream adoption.

Executive Summary
The Solana blockchain, renowned for its high transaction rate and low costs, has become a hub for both innovative projects and fraudulent schemes. This research paper examines Solana-based Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) and presales from May 2024 to April 2025, focusing on those promoted on X where investors were instructed to send SOL directly to wallet addresses, all of which resulted in significant investor losses due to scams or abandonment. These projects raised millions in SOL, but their outcomes highlight the risks of unverified crypto investments. The paper is detailed case studies, analyzes patterns, and guide through recommendations for safer investing, emphasizing the need for due diligence in the volatile cryptocurrency market.
Introduction
Solana’s blockchain, capable of processing up to 65,000 transactions per second, has become a hub for decentralized applications, meme coins, and ICOs. Its low-cost, high-speed transactions fueled a surge in presales during 2024–2025, driven by meme coin frenzies and ETF approvals. However, this growth has attracted fraudulent schemes, with up to 50% of Solana presales potentially malicious, costing investors over $122.5 million in early 2024 (CoinDesk). Many projects promoted on X instructed users to send SOL directly to wallet addresses, bypassing secure platforms, which increases scam risks. This paper investigates ten Solana-based ICOs confirmed as scams or rug pulls, detailing their promotion, funds raised, and outcomes to guide investors in navigating this high-risk landscape.
Methodology
The investigation involved multiple data collection methods to identify Solana ICOs from May 2024 to April 2025 that fit the criteria. Web searches were conducted using keywords like “recent Solana ICOs,” “Solana presale scams,” and “Solana meme coin scams” to find news articles, blogs, and ICO calendars. X searches targeted posts mentioning “Solana ICO,” “presale,” and “wallet address” to locate promotional content. Data was gathered on project names, token tickers, official X handles, deposit wallet addresses, amounts raised, project outcomes, and investor sentiments. Sources included reputable crypto news outlets, X posts,
Arkham Intelligence and blockchain explorers like Solscan.
Challenges include deleted X accounts, and limited data on token tickers for some scams. The analysis prioritized projects with verifiable scam or rug pull outcomes, as confirmed by sources like ZachXBT and SlowMist.
Case Studies
Below are detailed analyses of the identified projects, each including the project name, token ticker, official X promotion link, deposit wallet address, amount raised, and outcome.
1. TemplePharmacy
Token Ticker: TEMPLEOfficial X Promotion Link: @TemplePharmacy_Deposit Wallet Address: 44N1BQVud98rRsdb74yzcaTgE2nLBBBySqdbrHKbMUBNAmount Raised: 32,097 SOL (~$6M at $187/SOL, March 2024)Project Outcome: ScamDescription: TemplePharmacy raised 32,097 SOL in a presale promoted by @TemplePharmacy_. SlowMist experts suspected a scam after funds were dispersed to multiple addresses, leaving only 0.5 SOL in the original wallet (CoinLive). The creator claimed funds were moved for security and liquidity, but no tokens were distributed, confirming a rug pull (GetBlock).
Wallet Fund Tracking
Address used for ICO : 44N1BQVud98rRsdb74yzcaTgE2nLBBBySqdbrHKbMUBN
Here the they raised something around $6M in $SOL and send it to multiple addresses but $5.53 to one address. 11 transection of 2.874k SOL and one of 2.884k SOL to one dead address : 5w8LQv6PakUVkBceMjVNuRmeVjFmFvnJptpFbbLHkfGs
Then the fund moved to following addresses :
a) Send $1.85M to : CvNkQUrst3bo3fggTzZCKKur15t3gyAAxRqAp33McTh
b) Send $1.37M to : 2ybVWGXtpuL3WzZhxUi8jMZ7buVHMAokKk9uHtWE5KuM
c) Send $1.24M to : HUHRCSQYMqYLBCp4YD3Wwv6EgdCsvpWwaHThVSyrxy7X
d) Send $1.07M to : 9SqmC1C8iGKmhTYpHvUxR6JDkM6VnBUskqore6fwA4SU
After transferring the fund to those address it had sent to many CEX and DEX including OKX, BYBIT,BTSE, Jupiter etc.
Notes: It had used "transection tree" technique to send all the fund to multiple address created by the individual or team, the transections had not done in a single shot, but multiple time by small chunk , it was moved so wisely to one and another made it so difficult to track down the transection, they swaped million few times in a single transection on Jupiter , from SOL to USDC and then it was sent to CEX, some time $SOL was sent directly to the CEX and it was withdrawn from there.
2. WisdomMatic
Token Ticker: Not specifiedOfficial X Promotion Link: @WisdomMatic~Deposit Wallet Address: AJ3zCmh5tRbPmbAFwL68gFPBiiaUzgfcifF8SRUpGs3aAmount Raised: 4,500 SOL (~$900k at $150/SOL, April 2024)Project Outcome: ScamDescription: WisdomMatic, promoted by @WisdomMatic, raised $900k, with funds transferred to another wallet. No updates on development or token distribution were provided, and investor concerns about fund misuse confirmed it as a scam (CryptoNews).Wallet Fund Tracking
Address used for ICO : AJ3zCmh5tRbPmbAFwL68gFPBiiaUzgfcifF8SRUpGs3a
This wallet turns out to be one of the hardest to trace all link and landed place of the fund , possibilities are higher that the scam is not done by individual, some funds are directly transferred to MEXC but remaining funds keep traveling through many addresses with many DEX transection.
Notes: Funds were moved to another wallet, with no evidence of project progress.
3. I like this coin
Token Ticker: LIKEOfficial X Promotion Link: @PokeepandaaDeposit Wallet Address: 97xH1PV8zGhMbEZCuMN2TQTCTsZ5HgkvQvm2ncfqT2TZAmount Raised: 52,220 SOL (~$7.7 M at $147/SOL, March 2024)Project Outcome: ScamDescription: I like this coin, promoted by @Pokeepandaa, raised 52,220 SOL. Launched on March 17, 2024, with a $577 million market cap, the token’s value dropped over 90% within eight hours and 99.2% overall, with the founder ceasing activity (CryptoNews). ZachXBT listed it among abandoned scam projects.
Wallet Fund Tracking
Address used for ICO : 97xH1PV8zGhMbEZCuMN2TQTCTsZ5HgkvQvm2ncfqT2TZ
The coin had raised something around 7.7, and they put that into Staking along with some other funding they get from other sources. $36.58k send to the Binance wallet directly.
Notes: Funds were likely moved, with no token distribution reported, but they where involved in rug pull result the price crash.
4. Jared_eth
Token Ticker: Jared_ethOfficial X Promotion Link: @Jared_ethDeposit Wallet Address: Not specifiedAmount Raised: 4,567 SOL (~$812,000 at $178/SOL, March 2024)Project Outcome: ScamDescription: Jared_eth, promoted by @Jared_eth, raised 4,567 SOL but failed to launch a token, marking it as a scam (CryptoPotato). The account was a fake impersonating a crypto figure.
5. MOONKE
Token Ticker: MOONKEOfficial X Promotion Link: @RockyXBTDeposit Wallet Address: Not specifiedAmount Raised: 37,470 SOL (~$5.7M at $152/SOL, March 2024)Project Outcome: ScamDescription: MOONKE, promoted by @RockyXBT, raised 37,470 SOL. The token plummeted nearly 100% post-launch, with no further activity from the founder, marking it as an abandoned scam. No wallet address was publicly disclosed.
6. Vombatus
Token Ticker: Not specifiedOfficial X Promotion Link: @Vombatus_ethDeposit Wallet Address: Not specifiedAmount Raised: 13,000 SOL (~$2.4M at $185/SOL, March 2024)Project Outcome: Rug pullDescription: Vombatus, promoted by @Vombatus_eth, raised 13,000 SOL and was identified as a rug pull by ZachXBT, with the founder failing to distribute tokens. No wallet address was disclosed.
Analysis
The projects reveal critical patterns and risks in the Solana ICO ecosystem:
High-Risk Promotion Tactics: All projects used X to create FOMO, promising high returns via meme coins. This aligns with reports of scammers exploiting social media (CoinDesk).Direct Wallet Deposits: Sending SOL directly to wallets, as seen in TemplePharmacy, lacks transparency and enables fund misappropriation, a key factor in these scams.Anonymity: Most projects had anonymous teams and lacked whitepapers, a red flag noted by analysts like ZachXBT (CoinGape).Investor Losses: All projects resulted in significant losses due to scams or rug pulls, with negative sentiment dominating, as seen in community discussions (CryptoNews).Market Impact: Solana’s reputation has been tarnished by these scams, with analysts noting a shift from a promising blockchain to one associated with high-risk ventures (CoinCentral).
A Blockaid study found that 50% of Solana presales from November 2023 to February 2024 were malicious (BeInCrypto), underscoring the prevalence of scams in this ecosystem.
Conclusion
The Solana ICO landscape highlights significant risks associated with direct wallet deposit presales. Projects like Slerf, TemplePharmacy, and I like this coin exemplify the dangers of scams and rug pulls, with developers absconding with funds or abandoning projects, leading to millions in investor losses. The lack of transparency in direct wallet deposits facilitated these frauds. Investors must conduct thorough due diligence, verifying team credentials, whitepapers, and smart contract audits. Blockchain explorers like Solscan and tools like Arkham Intelligence are essential for tracking wallet activity. As Solana’s ecosystem grows, enhanced community oversight and regulatory measures are crucial to protect investors and maintain credibility.
Recommendations
Due Diligence: Verify project whitepapers, team identities, and code audits before investing.Community Feedback: Monitor X, Reddit, and Telegram for investor sentiment and scam warnings.Blockchain Tracking: Use Solscan or Arkham Intelligence to analyze wallet transactions for suspicious activity.Avoid FOMO: Be cautious of projects promising quick returns via direct wallet deposits.
Key Citations
Half of Solana Pre-Sales Are Scams, Blockaid SaysZachXBT Warns Against Scam As Solana Meme Coins Raise $122M In Presale
SlowMist Suspects Temple Pharmacy of Scam
Temple Pharmacy Funds Transferred to Multiple Addresses
SlowMist Warns of Temple Pharmacy Rug Pull Risk
ZachXBT Exposes 12 Abandoned Solana Presale Meme Coin ProjectsSolana Presale Scams Take a Toll as Meme Coin Season Continues
Investigation Shows 655,000 Solana Valued $122.5M Sent to Scam Presales
This is Why 50% of Solana Presale Tokens Were Scams
Solana Blockchain Explorer

$SOL recently broke the key support level of $125 USDT, which previously acted as strong support. Breaking this level is a clear indication that sellers are still in control.
A lot has happened since my last prediction. While the timeline I mentioned wasn’t perfect due to the U.S. Federal Inflation Rate announcement, the market eventually followed the direction I expected. Before we dive into today’s prediction, let’s break down what happened.
Understanding the Timeline Shift
💵 Market reactions to macroeconomic events like inflation data can significantly alter short-term price movements. That’s exactly what happened. The temporary recovery in SOL to around $130 USDT wasn’t unexpected — in fact, I had previously commented that the price could revisit this level to trap new traders.
This false sense of optimism often lures traders into opening long positions right before the market takes a sharp turn. And that’s exactly how I managed to take a solid 30% profit from a single trade from the temporary bounce — by staying cautious and anticipating the reversal.
Now, let’s focus on what’s next.
The next major support zone is around $122-$123 USDT. Given the current momentum, I predict that $SOL will test this range today.
If the selling pressure continues, we may see even further downside.
💥Is the Dump Over?
Not necessarily. While temporary bounces are normal, true market recovery requires the operators and institution to make up there mind, caution remains key.
When Will the Alt Season Come?
If you’re looking for a simple answer, here it is: It won’t come until most of you have given up or lost your assets in traps.
It’s harsh but true. Most traders will miss the opportunity, old players knows the game. Stay cautious, stay informed, and maybe you won’t be one of the many left behind.
More to come, stay tuned. I’ll continue sharing insights to navigate this volatile market.
Happy Trading and have a great day !
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