According to PANews, Mert Mumtaz, the CEO of Helius, a development platform within the Solana ecosystem, has announced plans to release Solana's Mainnet v1.18 version on May 27, assuming all goes well. This new version is aimed at addressing the current congestion issues on the mainnet.
Solana, a high-performance blockchain platform, has been experiencing congestion issues, affecting its efficiency and performance. The upcoming Mainnet v1.18 version is expected to provide a solution to these problems, enhancing the platform's overall functionality.
Mumtaz made the announcement on the X platform, expressing optimism about the planned release date. However, he emphasized that the launch is contingent on everything proceeding smoothly in the lead-up to the release date. The Solana community is eagerly awaiting the update, hoping it will significantly improve the platform's performance.