According to the on-chain data analysis platform Santiago, Chainlink (LINK) has hit its highest level in 2026, while some small investors show signs of profit-taking. LINK's price rebounded strongly, rising to $14.89 from a low below $7 in June. [TAG
Decline in investor numbers raises concerns
Sanitization data shows that despite the price increase, the number of Chainlink wallets with balances greater than zero has dropped to 912,020. The platform noted that the decrease may indicate that some small investors have taken advantage of recent gains to take profits. However, Sanitation also added that the decline in the number of investors is not in itself a negative indicator.
The exit of some individual investors during the price rise was interpreted as a positive signal that the LINK sold by these investors may be absorbed by stronger investors. After steady growth throughout 2026, Chainlink's total investor base is close to historical highs.
Significant upgrades in technological infrastructure
According to Sand analysts, Chainlink has not only experienced significant developments in terms of price fluctuations, but its technological infrastructure has also been significantly improved. The project has released CCIP 2.0, which provides applications with greater control over cross-chain security mechanisms. The new system provides applications with greater flexibility while allowing continued use of the Chainlink default validator network.
It is reported that so far, the total transaction volume through the Chainlink Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) network has exceeded US$24 billion.

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