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The other blockchain: What is Solana, and why does this digital asset matter?
- July 1, 2026: Vol. 13, Number 7

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The other blockchain: What is Solana, and why does this digital asset matter?

by Invesco

All digital assets aren’t created equal. Solana (SOL), like bitcoin and Ethereum, represents a step forward in the evolution of this innovative technology. The Solana blockchain, supported by its native cryptocurrency, SOL, is built for speed and scalability. Developers and consumers are only beginning to realize the business and societal applications. What is Solana, and where could it be heading? Why do we believe its future looks bright?

Solana is a blockchain-based infrastructure platform designed to deliver fast, low-cost and scalable transactions. It records activity on a decentralized ledger that is maintained across a global network of independent participants. A consistent and transparent source of truth, this shared ledger serves as the central authority. It is secured and supported by participants who stake SOL to help validate activity and maintain the system’s integrity. You can think of Solana as a global computer controlled by everyone involved for the bene

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