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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What Solana Needs To Fix | Max Resnick
Former Ethereum researcher Max Resnick discusses his move to Solana, outlining key improvements needed for Solana's success including MEV mitigation, fee market optimization, and multi-leader consensus.
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Building a Next Gen Crypto Exchange on Solana (w/ Armani, Backpack Exchange) - Solfate Podcast #41
Armani Ferrante reveals plans for Backpack Exchange, a new crypto exchange built on Solana with innovative features like daily on-chain proof of reserves and a private blockchain architecture.
Taproot Wizards: How to Solve Bitcoin's Branding Problem | Udi Wertheimer
Explore the world of Bitcoin NFTs, Ordinals, and the evolving crypto landscape with Taproot Wizards co-founder Udi Wertheimer. Learn about Bitcoin's branding challenges and potential solutions.
Will $SOL Reach $3,000 by 2030? VanEck Analyst Discusses Solana's Future
VanEck senior analyst Patrick Bush discusses Solana's long-term prospects, valuation methodology, and the future of decentralized finance in this in-depth podcast.
Andre Cronje Unfiltered: The Founder of Yearn, Keeper Network and Fantom
Crypto pioneer Andre Cronje discusses his journey from Yearn Finance to Fantom, sharing insights on DeFi, Ethereum's scaling challenges, and Fantom's technological advancements.
Why More Teams Are Building On Solana | Weekly Roundup
Explore Solana's expanding ecosystem, featuring new team migrations, Pudgy Penguins' token launch, and key technical upgrades in this comprehensive weekly roundup.
Solana Ecosystem Call ft. Mert Mumtaz, Mango Max, BONK, and MonkeDAO (Dec 2023)
Explore Solana's recent wins, DeFi growth, and exciting developments in this comprehensive ecosystem update featuring insights from key builders and community leaders.
Solana Changelog - December 12 - Solana Speedrun and Transaction Scheduling
Dive into the latest Solana developments, including the exciting Solana Speedrun game jam and crucial updates to the transaction scheduler for improved network efficiency.
Why put #bitcoin on #solana with tBTC? (feat. Matt Luongo, Threshold Network) - Solfate Podcast #40
Discover how Threshold Network's tBTC is bringing Bitcoin to Solana, enabling cross-chain interoperability and expanding DeFi opportunities.
Solana Changelog - December 12 - Solana Speedrun and Transaction Scheduling
Exciting developments in Solana's ecosystem including the Solana Speedrun game jam, transaction scheduling improvements, and new developer tools for game creation.
A Guide to Solana's New Paradigm | Mert Mumtaz, Garrett Harper
Explore Solana's recent surge, the Jito airdrop's impact, and how integrated chains are reshaping the blockchain landscape. Learn about client diversity, ecosystem growth, and exciting projects in the Solana space.
Is Bitcoin Still Relevant In a Smart Contract World? w/ Matt Luongo (Thesis)
Discover how Threshold's TBTC is bridging Bitcoin to smart contract platforms, the cultural implications of "the flippening," and the future of decentralized finance in this in-depth discussion with Matt Luongo.
Everything You Need To Know About DoubleZero | Austin Federa
Discover how DoubleZero is set to transform blockchain scalability by optimizing network infrastructure, and learn about its potential impact on Solana and the wider crypto ecosystem.
Why build on Solana? (w/ Vidor from Solflare Wallet)
Discover why Solflare Wallet's founder chose to build on Solana, exploring its unique features, performance, and developer-friendly ecosystem.
Jupiter: The Aggregator Fueling Solana's GDP | Meow
Discover how Jupiter Exchange is transforming Solana's ecosystem, onboarding millions of users, and driving the future of decentralized finance.
Solana Changelog - December 5 - Geyser, GroupMember Extension, and Core BPF Programs
Discover the latest Solana developments including Geyser plugin logging, new token extensions, and improvements to core BPF programs. Learn how these updates enhance Solana's ecosystem and developer experience.
Solana Changelog - December 5 - Geyser, GroupMember Extension, and Core BPF Programs
Explore the latest Solana updates including Geyser plugin logging, new token extensions, and improvements to core BPF programs. Learn about the impact on developers and the ecosystem.
Building the first wallet on Solana (feat. Vidor, founder of Solflare) - Solfate Podcast #39
Vidor, founder of Solflare, shares insights on creating Solana's first wallet, the evolution of self-custody, and Solflare's innovative MetaMask integration for onboarding Ethereum users to Solana.
Why Crypto Matters - Tushar Jain (Multicoin)
Multicoin Capital's Tushar Jain discusses the importance of crypto, DeFi's potential, and the future of blockchain technology in this insightful podcast episode.
Size Matters: How Meteora Will Multiply Solana's TVL | Ben Chow
Ben Chow reveals Meteora's strategy to boost Solana's TVL, introduces the Dynamic Liquidity Market Maker, and shares insights on sustainable DeFi yields and protocol monetization.
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