Solana is a high-performance Layer 1 that combines Proof of Stake with Proof of History to deliver fast, low-cost transactions. Parallel execution and a single global state aim to support exchanges, games, social apps and consumer products without fragmenting liquidity.

The ecosystem spans DeFi, NFTs, memecoins, mobile, payments and onchain experiences such as Actions and Blinks, showing how applications can feel instant and integrated across the web while remaining onchain.