$SOL Solana (SOL) is a high-performance blockchain platform designed for fast, scalable, and decentralized applications. Launched in 2020, it achieves remarkable throughput, processing thousands of transactions per second with low fees, thanks to its unique Proof-of-History (PoH) mechanism combined with Proof-of-Stake (PoS). Solana supports smart contracts and decentralized apps (dApps), making it a popular choice for projects in DeFi, NFTs, and Web3. Its ecosystem features Solana Pay, Solana Mobile, and a growing developer community. Despite occasional outages, Solana is celebrated for its speed and innovation, aiming to provide an accessible infrastructure for the next generation of decentralized solutions.