Solana surpassed Ethereum

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Is Solana the ETH killer?

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Solana has overtaken Ethereum,

recording a 24-hour DEX volume of $1.475 billion, compared to Ethereum's $1.164 billion.

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Solana's DEX volume surged by 52.75% over the week, while Ethereum's decreased by 8.60%.

This trend wasn’t isolated to Solana, as most blockchain DEX volumes, like Avalanche, also saw substantial increases - Avalanche by 98.86%.

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Catalysts for Growth

Solana's growth is primarily driven by its low transaction fees and a series of anticipated airdrops.

These factors have contributed to its increasing popularity among DEX users.

In November 2023 saw a 19% increase in active gaming wallets, reaching 1.3 million.

This growth highlights the expanding interest and engagement in blockchain-based gaming.

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What is Solana?

Solana: a Layer 1 chain with key features:

• Fast transactions
• Low fees
• Scalability
• Decentralization

Solana synchronizes time on the blockchain, ensuring agreement among all computers in the network. Unlike Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Also referred to as Proof of History.

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Solana's Ecosystem

• DeFi Platforms: Marinade, Jito, marginfi
• NFT Marketplaces: Tensor, Mad Lads, Kromes
• Mobile Integration: Solana Saga, a breakthrough in blockchain mobile technology.
• Payment Solutions: Sol Pay & Shopify collaborations.
• Gaming Ventures: Immersive games like Bladerite.

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Why Solana Matters

• Solana's blend of speed, low cost, and scalability positions it as a formidable player in the blockchain space.
• Its diversified ecosystem shows adaptability and potential for growth, especially post-2022's hurdles.
• As blockchain technology evolves, Solana's unique approach to synchronization and transaction processing sets a new benchmark for future developments.

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