SOLANA
Solana ($SOL) is an open-source blockchain platform designed to facilitate decentralized applications with high scalability. Originating in 2017, it was officially launched in March 2020 by the Solana Foundation, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. Solana's protocol introduces a hybrid consensus model, combining proof-of-history (PoH) with the underlying proof-of-stake (PoS) consensus of blockchains. This innovative approach allows Solana to achieve transaction speeds of up to 50,000 transactions per second, a significant leap compared to Ethereum's 15 transactions per second. Solana's energy efficiency is also noteworthy, with each transaction consuming energy equivalent to a few Google searches. The cryptocurrency associated with Solana, SOL, witnessed a remarkable surge in 2021, with its market capitalization reaching over $66 billion at one point. However, by October 3, 2022, its market cap had decreased to approximately $11.71 billion. Solana's unique proof-of-history concept, introduced by co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko in a 2017 white paper, enables the verification of the order and passage of time between events, enhancing the speed and efficiency of the blockchain. As of September 2022, Solana has processed over 100 billion transactions at an average cost of $0.00025 per transaction. Solana's GitHub repository indicates active development, with a focus on scalability, security, and decentralization. The platform's architecture can theoretically handle up to 710,000 TPS on a standard gigabit network. The repository also emphasizes compliance with applicable laws and regulations, highlighting the project's commitment to ethical and legal standards.
Solana (SOL) Sees Record Tokenized Equity Growth in September 2026
September 2026 marked significant growth for Solana (SOL), hosting over half of the year's tokenized equity volume and reaching new records in stablecoin supply.
ソラナ（SOL）、2026-09にトークン化株式の記録的成長を達成
2026-09は、ソラナ（SOL）にとって重要な成長の月となり、その年のトークン化株式出来高の半分以上をホストし、ステーブルコイン供給量において新記録を達成した。
Solana (SOL) Foundation Adds Ex-Binance CMO, Polygon Exec to Leadership
Solana (SOL) Foundation appoints Rachel Conlan as Chief Strategy Officer and Jamal Raees as GM of Payments to drive institutional adoption and payments growth.
SEC Opens Door to Tokenized Stocks; Solana (SOL) Leads the Way
The SEC's 'Innovation Exemption' enables tokenized stock trading on public blockchains like Solana (SOL). Here's what it means for markets.
How to Launch and Reward Tokens Using INJ on StonkFun
Learn how to launch tokens paired with INJ and find reward-paying tokens on StonkFun. INJ trades at $7.78 with a $763M market cap as of Sept 2026.
Solana (SOL) Hits 30 Months of 100% Uptime, Cementing Resilience
Solana (SOL) achieves 30 months without a network outage, underscoring its reliability as the blockchain processes record transaction volumes.
Stablecoins Reshape Remittances: Solana (SOL) Report Highlights New Trends
Solana (SOL)'s report reveals how stablecoins are disrupting remittances by reducing fees, speeding up transfers, and reaching the unbanked.
BitRobot Crowdsources AI Data Using Solana (SOL)’s Blockchain
BitRobot leverages Solana (SOL) to reward contributors for real-world robotics data, open-sourcing 2,000 hours of navigation data to advance embodied AI.
Solana (SOL) Cuts Rent Costs: How to Reclaim Excess Funds
Solana (SOL)'s rent reduction unlocks excess SOL for users. Learn how to reclaim funds via updated tools and program logic.
Solana (SOL) Payment Channels Hit 1 Million TPS, Partner With Alibaba
Solana (SOL)'s payment channels enable 1M transactions per second, reducing costs for AI and API payments. Launching with Alibaba Cloud.