Akash Network Launches AKT SPL Token on Solana via Sunrise Gateway

Akash Network Solana integration is now live, after AKT launched as an SPL token on Solana through the Sunrise gateway on 12 November 2026.

Holders can now move AKT from the Cosmos based Akash chain to Solana at a 1:1 ratio through a one way portal that stays open for two years.

The AKT price did not celebrate, trading near $0.58 and down about 5% on the day as the wider crypto market sold off.

This is not just a bridge listing.

It is the start of a full chain migration.

Key Takeaways

• AKT launched on Solana as an SPL token through Sunrise on 12 November 2026, with trading live across major Solana apps.
• Holders can migrate AKT 1:1 through the official one way portal, which stays open for two years.
• AKT remains tradable on Bitrue through spot and futures markets while the migration runs.

What Happened With the AKT Launch on Solana?

Akash Network announced the opening of its migration portal on 12 November 2026.

Sunrise listed SPL AKT for trading about five minutes later, at 17:13 UTC, and called it the canonical AKT on Solana.

Solana confirmed the launch the same day, with AKT available across Jupiter, Raydium, Phantom, Kamino, Meteora and Titan Exchange.

The launch follows Governance Proposal 346, which Akash stakers approved on 2 November with 97.27% of voting power in favour.

That vote authorised the token launch only after two independent audits of the token and the migration portal.

Here's what changed for AKT on launch day:

• AKT now exists as an SPL token on Solana, keeping the same ticker and six decimal places.
• Every SPL AKT is minted only when the same amount of AKT is locked on the Akash chain.
• Total supply does not change, because tokens sent through the portal leave circulation on the old chain.

The timing was rough on price, as AKT slipped with the broader market while Bitcoin fell below $70,000.

Price aside, the launch adds a new chapter to the adoption story covered in the AKT AI compute outlook.

Traders who want to follow AKT through this migration can sign up on Bitrue and trade it alongside other Solana ecosystem tokens.

Why Is Akash Network Moving From Cosmos to Solana?

Akash runs a decentralised marketplace where users rent GPUs and cloud servers from independent providers.

Until now, that marketplace has relied on its own Cosmos based chain secured by around 100 validators.

The core team argues that maintaining a standalone chain is costly, and that Solana's security can replace it.

Akash estimates that running its marketplace on Solana would cost roughly 0.075 SOL a day in network fees.

Here's why the move matters for the network:

• AKT gains direct access to Solana wallets, decentralised exchanges and lending markets.
• Akash joins other infrastructure networks such as Helium and Render that already operate on Solana.
• The team no longer needs to fund validator rewards just to keep the chain secure.

The trade off is sovereignty, because Akash gives up its own chain and native IBC connections from the Cosmos ecosystem.

Sunrise plays a central role here, as a liquidity gateway built by Wormhole Labs to bring external assets onto Solana with day one liquidity.

How to Migrate Akash Tokens 1:1 to Solana

The migration only takes a few minutes, but it is one way and cannot be reversed.

Phishing is the biggest risk, so the official portal at migrate.akash.network is the only address holders should use.

The official Akash SPL token contract address is 5d3fjPDdkYbtYcAMR9PC2TANaEyhzuyP8JxTEwqjVgBZ, published by both Akash and Sunrise.

Copycat tokens using the AKT ticker and the Akash Network name already exist on Solana, so the mint address must always be checked first.

Here's how self custody holders can migrate:

1. Unbond any staked AKT first, which takes 21 days on the Akash chain.
2. Open the official portal and connect a Cosmos wallet holding AKT.
3. Paste a Solana receiving address and confirm it carefully.
4. Approve the transfer, which carries a 0.0125 AKT network fee while a relayer covers Solana costs.
5. Check the Solana wallet after roughly two to three minutes for the SPL AKT balance.

AKT on Osmosis or other IBC chains needs to return to the Akash chain before it can go through the portal.

Migrated AKT also cannot be staked on Solana until Akash launches its new tokenomics.

How to Buy AKT on Solana

Buying AKT on Solana works like any other SPL token, as long as the mint address matches the official one.

Meteora opened AKT trading pairs on launch day, and the token is also routed through Jupiter and other Solana apps.

Here's how to buy AKT on Solana safely:

1. Fund a Solana wallet such as Phantom with SOL or USDC.
2. Open a trusted venue such as Jupiter or the Meteora AKT trading pool.
3. Paste the official mint address instead of searching by ticker.
4. Review slippage and pool liquidity before confirming the swap.

Early liquidity can be thin while holders migrate, so smaller orders help reduce price impact.

For traders who prefer a centralised route without wallet setup, Bitrue's guide to buying AKT explains the simpler path.

What Does the Migration Mean for AKT Holders?

The token moves first, while the marketplace follows later.

The marketplace cutover to Solana still needs a separate governance vote, and no date has been set.

Staking rewards on the Akash chain continue until that cutover, after which inflation on the old chain ends and validators lose their role 90 days later.

Centralised exchanges can switch to SPL AKT on their own schedule, which is why the portal stays open for two years.

Holders on exchanges should follow their exchange's announcements rather than moving tokens on their own.

The mint is also designed with safety checks, including per epoch mint caps and an automatic pause on any supply mismatch between the two chains.

The bigger question for price remains adoption, a theme the earlier AKT upgrade outlook also highlighted.

A smoother path into Solana DeFi could widen AKT's market, but real compute demand still has to follow.

How to Trade AKT on Bitrue

Bitrue lists AKT on both its spot and futures markets, giving traders a simple way to act on migration news without managing bridges or wallets.

Following a clear process keeps trading quick and secure.

1. Create a Bitrue account and complete KYC verification.
2. Fund the account by depositing USDT or buying crypto with a supported payment method.
3. Browse the markets and open the AKT/USDT spot market.
4. Place a market order for instant execution or a limit order at a chosen price.
5. Decide whether to keep AKT on Bitrue or withdraw it to a self custody wallet.

Before any deposit or withdrawal, always check which AKT network Bitrue supports.

Sending SPL AKT to an address set up for the Cosmos version, or the reverse, can lead to lost funds.

Conclusion

Akash Network's AKT launch on Solana through Sunrise is the first real step in its move away from Cosmos.

The 1:1 portal, two year window and audited mint give holders time to migrate safely.

Price has not reacted yet, and the wider market remains under pressure.

Execution, exchange support and compute demand will decide what comes next.

For traders who want exposure without the technical steps, Bitrue offers AKT spot trading and AKT futures in one secure account.

FAQ

What Is the Official AKT Contract Address on Solana?

The official SPL AKT mint address is 5d3fjPDdkYbtYcAMR9PC2TANaEyhzuyP8JxTEwqjVgBZ.

How Do I Bridge AKT to Solana?

Use the official one way portal at migrate.akash.network to move AKT 1:1 from the Akash chain to a Solana wallet.

Can Migrated AKT Be Moved Back to Cosmos?

No, the migration is one way, and AKT sent to Solana cannot return through the portal.

Do I Need SOL to Migrate AKT?

No, a relayer covers Solana transaction costs, while the portal charges a 0.0125 AKT network fee.

Can I Still Trade AKT on Bitrue?

Yes, AKT remains available on Bitrue through the AKT/USDT spot market and AKT futures.

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