Web3 infrastructure leader Jump Crypto has proposed eliminating Solana’s fixed compute block limit through the SIMD-0370 proposal, marking a significant step toward enhancing network efficiency and performance. This strategic initiative would prioritize high-capacity validators while creating economic incentives for network participants to upgrade their hardware infrastructure. The proposal comes on the heels of Solana’s recent Alpenglow upgrade approval and aligns with Jump’s ongoing development of the high-performance Firedancer validator client, signaling a coordinated push toward optimizing Solana’s blockchain capabilities.
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Solana’s validator community voted 98% in favor of implementing Alpenglow, a comprehensive overhaul of the blockchain’s consensus mechanism developed by Anza Research. The upgrade will slash transaction confirmation times by at least 5x, dropping from approximately 1 second to 150-200ms, enabling faster app responsiveness and quicker deposit processing for exchanges. Scheduled for testnet deployment by December 2024 and mainnet launch in Q1 2026, Alpenglow represents Solana’s most significant protocol rewrite to date. Industry experts believe this enhancement could propel SOL toward $250 by year-end while advancing the network’s goal of handling 1 million transactions per second, ultimately positioning Solana as the foundation for global internet capital markets.
about Solana Validators Approve Alpenglow for 5x Faster TransactionsSolana Trading Drops 44% in Q2 as DeFi Adoption Grows
Solana (SOL) experienced a 44.2% decline in application revenue in Q2, driven by reduced memecoin speculation and lower trading volumes. Despite this, the network’s DeFi ecosystem strengthened, with Total Value Locked (TVL) growing 30.4% to $8.6 billion. The SEC approved the first Solana Staking ETF, and nine other firms have filed for spot Solana ETFs, indicating growing institutional interest. On-chain metrics, including staking penetration and validator decentralization, improved, while Anza’s proposed Alpenglow upgrade aims to drastically reduce transaction finality times. SOL’s market cap rose 29.8% to $82.8 billion, maintaining its position as the sixth-largest cryptocurrency.
about Solana Trading Drops 44% in Q2 as DeFi Adoption GrowsSolana Developers Target Market Microstructure with ACE
Solana’s developer ecosystem, including key figures like co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko, is prioritizing changes to the network’s market microstructure through Application-Controlled Execution (ACE). ACE allows on-chain applications to dictate transaction execution order, addressing what developers call the ‘single most important problem in Solana today.’ This shift could enable features like sniper protection for token launches and improve overall market efficiency. The roadmap includes short-term updates like Jito’s Block Assembly Marketplace and long-term developments such as Anza’s Alpenglow consensus protocol, aiming to reduce latency and simplify development. The goal is to create a flexible foundation for optimal market structure by 2027, fostering Solana’s growth as a hub for high-liquidity markets.
about Solana Developers Target Market Microstructure with ACESolana Boosts Block Capacity by 20% to Enhance Performance
Solana has expanded its block capacity from 50 million to 60 million compute units (CUs), a 20% increase aimed at enhancing transaction throughput and network performance. Helius Labs CEO Mert Mumtaz announced the update, comparing CUs to fuel for transactions, where complex operations consume more resources. This follows a previous June upgrade and is part of a broader plan to eventually double capacity to 120 million CUs. Brennan Watt of Anza confirmed a proposal (SIMD-0286) to further raise the limit to 100 million CUs, though debates continue on whether to cap or uncap execution. The move comes as Solana’s price recently surged to a five-month high before a market correction.
about Solana Boosts Block Capacity by 20% to Enhance PerformanceCanadian Firm Boosts Solana with SER Initiative & JTO Investment
SOL Strategies, a publicly traded Solana infrastructure firm, has acquired 52,181 JTO tokens as part of its newly launched Strategic Ecosystem Reserve (SER). The SER aims to support critical Solana projects, beginning with Jito Network, known for its MEV infrastructure and staking innovations. Despite the announcement, JTO and SOL prices dipped slightly, with JTO falling 2.1% to $1.92 and SOL dropping 1.12% to $142. Meanwhile, Solana continues gaining traction, with Filecoin archiving its blockchain history and multiple asset managers, including Invesco and Galaxy Digital, vying for a spot SOL ETF. Solana’s ecosystem has seen record revenue and developer activity in 2025.
about Canadian Firm Boosts Solana with SER Initiative & JTO InvestmentNasdaq Expands Crypto Index with Solana, Cardano, XRP, More
Nasdaq has filed to include Cardano, Solana, Stellar Lumens, and XRP in its Crypto US Settlement Price Index (NCIUS), joining Bitcoin and Ethereum. This development could lead to the first multi-asset crypto ETF, amplifying institutional demand. Meanwhile, Solana’s ecosystem is maturing with new validator clients like Firedancer and Sig, while its first Layer-2 solution, Solaxy, aims to solve scalability issues. With BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF hitting $70B in assets, crypto’s integration into traditional finance is accelerating. Solana’s potential ETF inclusion and Layer-2 advancements position it as a key player in the evolving financial landscape.
about Nasdaq Expands Crypto Index with Solana, Cardano, XRP, MoreSolana’s Alpenglow Upgrade Aims for 150ms Finality
Anza, a Solana-focused infrastructure firm, has unveiled Alpenglow—a radical consensus protocol upgrade replacing Tower BFT and Proof of History with two new components: Votor (a faster consensus mechanism) and Rotor (a data transmission protocol). The upgrade targets 150ms finality, potentially positioning Solana as a low-latency blockchain rival to traditional web infrastructure. While not solving all of Solana’s challenges (like client diversity), the upgrade coincides with bullish technical indicators for SOL, which is testing key resistance levels amid rising trading volume. The network’s resilience is expected to improve further with the upcoming Firedancer validator client launch in 2025.
about Solana's Alpenglow Upgrade Aims for 150ms FinalitySolana Archives Full Ledger on Filecoin for Decentralized Access
Solana has successfully archived its full transaction ledger on Filecoin, leveraging IPFS and CAR files for efficient, decentralized access. The initiative, named Old Faithful, eliminates the need to download the entire blockchain, allowing users to retrieve specific data snippets. With 250 terabytes already stored and growing rapidly, this marks a shift away from centralized solutions like Google’s Bigtable. The move aligns with Solana’s broader strategy to improve decentralization, including increasing the Nakamoto Coefficient. Meanwhile, Solana’s ecosystem continues to expand with protocol upgrades like Alpenglow, institutional investment inflows, and Chainlink’s CCIP integration for cross-chain interoperability.
about Solana Archives Full Ledger on Filecoin for Decentralized AccessSolana’s Alpenglow: A Game-Changer for Blockchain Speed
Anza, a Solana infrastructure firm, has introduced Alpenglow, a groundbreaking proof-of-stake consensus protocol designed to replace Solana’s existing TowerBFT and proof-of-history systems. The new protocol, consisting of Votor for transaction processing and Rotor for data dissemination, promises Web2-level speed and efficiency, marking the most significant change to Solana’s core protocol to date. Anza’s team believes Alpenglow will be a turning point for Solana, enhancing node synchronization and network performance. If successful, this upgrade could solidify Solana’s position as a leading blockchain for high-speed applications.
about Solana's Alpenglow: A Game-Changer for Blockchain SpeedSolana 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.
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