Solana Compass
Solana Compass is an independent Solana analytics and staking platform. We have operated a validator on Solana mainnet since September 2021, and the data it produces powers the network statistics, staking and validator analytics, and ecosystem news published across this site.
Everything we publish — from staking statistics and network analytics to Solana ecosystem news — is grounded in on-chain data we collect and verify against our own infrastructure. Read more about how our articles are produced in our editorial standards, or see where our data has been cited in the press.
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How DAOs are Changing the Way We Work with Jack Du Rose
Explore how Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) are transforming the future of work, with insights from Colony CEO Jack Du Rose on reputation systems, decision-making, and the potential for DAOs in creative ind...
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Crypto for Newbies: Where to start with Preethi Kasireddy
Learn how to get started in crypto from former Coinbase engineer Preethi Kasireddy. Discover the impact of blockchain technology and tips for financial literacy.
How Two 20-Year-Olds Built a DeFi Protocol Managing $6B
Discover how two young founders built InstaDApp, a DeFi middleware protocol managing billions in assets and reshaping the future of finance.
The Great Online Game with Packy McCormick
Discover how the internet has transformed careers into a global game with exponential upside. Learn how to play and win in the new digital economy.
How This Indian Team Bootstrapped a $200M Ethereum Protocol
The founders of Ethereum Push Notification Service share their journey bootstrapping a $200M protocol and insights on the future of Web3 infrastructure.
Privacy & the Future of Blockchains
Explore the groundbreaking potential of zero-knowledge proofs in enhancing blockchain privacy, scalability, and identity management. Learn how this cryptographic breakthrough is shaping the future of decentralized financ...
India's First Unicorn Protocol: Matic a.k.a Polygon
Founders of Polygon (MATIC) share insights on Ethereum scaling, advice for Indian engineers, and the future of blockchain technology in this in-depth interview.
The Future of Ethereum: Layer 2 Scaling Solutions Explained
Explore Ethereum's layer 2 scaling solutions, including rollups and sharding, and learn how ETH 2.0 aims to revolutionize blockchain technology.
SuperPumped Live - Crypto Market Volatility and DeFi Insights
Explore the recent crypto market crash, long-term Bitcoin profitability, and get insights into DeFi protocols in this informative discussion with crypto experts.
Crypto Insights: Understanding ETH Scaling, DeFi, and Market Dynamics
Dive into the world of crypto with insights on Ethereum scaling, DeFi protocols, and market behavior. Learn about leveraging, the DeFi Pulse Index, and why thinking for yourself is crucial in crypto investing.
Dealing With The Crypto Crash | Superpumped Live Highlights - 1
Insights on surviving crypto market volatility, the dangers of leveraged trading, and Ethereum's scaling solutions compared to emerging alternatives like Solana
The Perils of Pump and Dump Schemes in Crypto: A Cautionary Tale
An engineer's joke cryptocurrency 'Pump' skyrockets to $5 billion market cap in minutes, exposing risks of unregulated tokens and highlighting benefits of established projects like Solana
How Much Do Solana Validators Make? Revenue, Costs and Profit
How much do Solana validators make? Where validator revenue comes from, what one costs to run after Alpenglow, the stake needed to break even, and what's next.
Solana Coin Mining Guide: Can You Mine SOL? Validator Profitability, Rewards & Hardware
Can you mine Solana? No: SOL is staked, not mined. This Solana mining guide covers staking rewards, validator hardware, costs, clients and profitability.
Solana Staking Rewards Calculator: How Much You'll Earn Staking SOL
Solana staking calculator: enter your SOL and a rate to see rewards after a month, a year and three years, with the formula, fees and compounding explained.
Solana Stake Pools Guide: How They Work, Fees and the Best Pools
How Solana stake pools work: what happens to your SOL, who controls the pool, the five fees a pool can charge, whether pools are safe, and how to pick one.
Solana Validators Explained: What They Do, How We Rank Them and What Staking With One Costs
What a Solana validator does, how the Solana Compass list ranks the best and top validators, how APY and commission compare, and what staking with one risks.
Where to buy Solana: How to invest on an exchange or DEX
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What makes Solana Unique? How Is it different to Ethereum?
One of the most exciting features of Solana is its speed and scalability. It is one of the few protocols that boast over 1000 TPS because of its genuine web-scale blockchain features.
What is Solana? How Does It Work?
Solana is one of the fastest and most functional web-scale projects that leverage the features of programmable blockchain technology to deliver Decentralized Finance (DeFi) solutions. Read on to learn why this cryptocurr...
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