The Solana Foundation is making a significant change to its validator strategy, aiming for increased self-sufficiency and decentralization within the network. This shift away from reliance on Foundation-provided stakes will empower validators by encouraging them to attract external support. The move prioritizes performance and community backing over foundation dependence, fostering a more robust ecosystem overall. Leah Wald, CEO of SOL Strategies Inc., highlighted the company’s recent acquisitions – Laine’s validator network and Stakewiz.com – that significantly expanded their validator footprint. This acquisition reinforces SOL Strategies as a leader in institutional staking within the Solana ecosystem.