Solana Co-Founder Issues Reality Check Amidst Hype

The cryptocurrency world is abuzz with excitement for Solana (SOL), which recently surpassed $136 and saw soaring network activity. Predictions that SOL might dominate 95% of crypto users are growing louder, but Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko offered a sobering reminder: success demands more than just speed. Yakovenko stressed the need to build lasting engagement into the ecosystem, moving beyond mere high usage and focusing on retention. This is critical as Solana’s current metrics indicate it’s still a work in progress.