Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of Solana Labs, urges crypto startups to prepare for a severe market crash—up to 95%—despite current bullish trends. He advocates for quarterly ‘pre-rehearsals,’ simulating worst-case scenarios to test resilience. Key survival tactics include prioritizing essential products, retaining core team competencies, and maintaining 18 months of cash reserves. Yakovenko criticizes complacency in the Solana ecosystem, warning that overconfidence could lead to under-preparation. His advice draws from past crypto crashes, where unprepared projects collapsed. Startups adopting this disciplined approach may not only survive downturns but emerge stronger, shaping the next phase of innovation.
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Solana Seeker: Web3 Mobile Device Launching August 2025
Solana’s flagship Web3 mobile device, Seeker, is scheduled for global shipping starting August 4, 2025, with an early adopter price of $500. The device retains key features from its predecessor, the Saga, including the Genesis Token and Hardware Seed Vault, while introducing new functionalities like Seeker ID and an improved DApp store. With 150,000 units already sold, Seeker boasts hardware upgrades such as 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, and a 6.36-inch AMOLED display. Solana is also expanding its mobile ecosystem through partnerships and the introduction of SKR, a native token designed to incentivize participation. Additionally, the Trusted Execution Environment Platform Infrastructure Network (TEEPIN) aims to create a decentralized mobile framework. Despite these developments, SOL’s price remains below $177, with analysts predicting potential growth to $2000 in the future.
about Solana Seeker: Web3 Mobile Device Launching August 2025Solana Seeker Phone Ships Aug 4 with SKR Token
Solana Mobile announced the worldwide shipping of its second-generation Android phone, the Solana Seeker, starting August 4. The device builds on the original Saga with new features like SeekerID and an improved Solana Dapp Store. A key addition is SKR, a native token designed to anchor Solana Mobile’s decentralized ecosystem, incentivizing builders and users. The company also unveiled TEEPIN, a three-layer architecture enabling trustless participation. Priced at $500, the Seeker has already garnered 150,000 pre-orders, positioning itself as an affordable yet advanced crypto mobile solution. Solana Mobile aims to challenge traditional closed platforms by fostering open innovation and decentralization.
about Solana Seeker Phone Ships Aug 4 with SKR TokenSolana: From Sunshine to Top Baby Name & Crypto
Solana, meaning ‘sunshine’ in Spanish and Latin, has surged in popularity as a baby name, climbing to the 242nd spot in 2024 from 933rd in 2023. The name’s appeal is tied to its melodic sound and association with warmth, partly boosted by artist SZA. Simultaneously, the Solana blockchain, named after Solana Beach in California, has become a top Layer 1 crypto, processing thousands of transactions per second and ranking 6th by market cap. The dual rise of Solana highlights its cultural and financial impact.
about Solana: From Sunshine to Top Baby Name & CryptoSolana Co-Founder Proposes Meta Blockchain for Cost Efficiency
Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has proposed a ‘meta blockchain’ system designed to aggregate and order data from multiple blockchains like Ethereum, Celestia, and Solana under fixed rules, aiming to reduce costs by leveraging the cheapest available data. The system would eliminate the need for a centralized coordinator, instead using static rules to merge transactions. While Yakovenko emphasizes cost efficiency and interoperability, Celestia’s COO Nick White criticizes the concept as overly complex with minimal real-world utility, comparing it to theoretical ‘DA multiplexers’ that have seen little adoption. The debate highlights ongoing challenges in blockchain scalability and cross-chain integration.
about Solana Co-Founder Proposes Meta Blockchain for Cost EfficiencySolana Co-Founder Proposes ‘Meta Blockchain’ for Interoperability
Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has proposed a ‘meta blockchain’ designed to streamline data availability (DA) costs and boost interoperability across blockchain networks. The meta blockchain would act as an aggregator, organizing data from multiple chains under a single transaction ordering system by referencing the latest block headers. Yakovenko suggests this could reduce reliance on centralized sequencers and allow users to leverage the cheapest DA solutions available. However, Celestia COO Nick White questions its practicality, citing increased operational complexity. Despite skepticism, Yakovenko remains optimistic, arguing that affordable DA will lower overall on-chain costs and improve scalability.
about Solana Co-Founder Proposes 'Meta Blockchain' for InteroperabilitySolana Co-Founder Proposes Cross-Chain Data Layer
Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of Solana Labs, has proposed a new data availability (DA) layer designed to address persistent fragmentation in blockchain networks. The solution, termed a ‘meta blockchain,’ would aggregate and order data from multiple layer-1 chains, including Ethereum, Celestia, and Solana, improving interoperability. Yakovenko emphasized that this approach would allow the meta chain to leverage the most cost-effective DA options available. The proposal, shared via X on May 12, could significantly streamline cross-chain communication and reduce inefficiencies in decentralized ecosystems.
about Solana Co-Founder Proposes Cross-Chain Data LayerSolana Targets $200 as It Challenges Nasdaq with Blockchain Stocks
Solana is making waves in both crypto and traditional finance with plans to allow public companies to issue stocks directly on its blockchain, bypassing traditional exchanges like Nasdaq. Analysts are bullish on SOL’s price, eyeing $200 as adoption grows and regulatory support strengthens. The SEC has signaled openness to blockchain-based securities, with Commissioner Hester Pierce suggesting exemptions to ease compliance. Solana’s network performance, including $800B in DEX volume in 2025, underscores its rapid growth. Meanwhile, Robinhood and Superstate are exploring tokenized stock trading on Solana and Ethereum, further fueling optimism. Technical analysts highlight a bullish ‘cup and handle’ pattern, with SOL recently surging past $170 amid Bitcoin’s rally.
about Solana Targets $200 as It Challenges Nasdaq with Blockchain StocksSolana Patches Critical Token-22 Bug Quietly
Solana validators narrowly averted a crisis by patching a vulnerability in the Token-22 confidential tokens program, which could have allowed attackers to mint unlimited tokens or withdraw them from any account. The bug, found in the ZK ElGamal Proof program, was reported on April 16 and patched by April 18 after collaboration between Anza, Firedancer, and Jito engineers. Despite the quick fix, Solana faced criticism for its behind-the-scenes approach, reigniting debates about blockchain centralization. No funds were lost, and the patch was adopted by a supermajority of validators before public disclosure.
about Solana Patches Critical Token-22 Bug QuietlySolana Patches Critical Token-2022 Vulnerability
The Solana Foundation revealed a major vulnerability in its Token-2022 standard, which was silently patched in April. The flaw, affecting the ‘confidential transfers’ feature, exploited a missing algebraic component in a cryptographic hash, enabling potential token forgery or unauthorized withdrawals. Though no exploits occurred, the news caused a 5% drop in related token values. The fix involved collaboration between Anza, Jito, Firedancer, and security firms. While some criticized Solana’s secrecy, others defended it as standard practice for zero-day bugs. Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko compared the coordination to Ethereum’s validator processes.
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