$ORCA Update: Whale Waves & Buyback Power
Orca is currently solidifying its position as a powerhouse within the Solana DeFi landscape, driven by aggressive deflationary moves and significant whale activity. In February 2026, the protocol doubled its xORCA buybacks, now allocating 40% of protocol fees to repurchase tokens and reward stakers. This move, combined with a 24-month plan to deploy 55,000 SOL from the DAO treasury for further buybacks and validator staking, has significantly tightened the circulating supply. On-chain data highlights a pattern of "whale accumulation," where large-scale buyers have been consistently scooping up $ORCA during market dips, signaling high institutional conviction in the platform’s long-term utility.
Beyond the tokenomics, Orca’s "Whirlpool" technology remains a gold standard for capital efficiency. New updates in early 2026 have introduced dynamic fee tiers that adjust automatically to volatility, maximizing yields for Liquidity Providers (LPs). With the recent integration of STKESOL (SOL Strategies’ liquid staking token), Orca continues to expand its ecosystem reach. Technically, the token is battling resistance near $0.85; a successful breakout supported by the current buyback momentum could pave the way for a move toward the $2.50+ range. As Solana’s DeFi TVL grows, Orca’s combination of deep liquidity and a shrinking supply makes it a primary asset to watch this quarter.
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