Solana$SOL is a cryptocurrency "sprinter" that promises to become a base for Web3, games, NFT and generally everything fashionable in the crypto world. But while she runs at record speed, her network sometimes simply "gets tired" and shuts down. Is it worth investing in this ambitious project, which sometimes works according to the principle of "lights up, lights out"?
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Why is Solana cool (at least on paper)?
Speed. Solana processes thousands of transactions per second. Ethereum on her background looks like a grandmother with a 90s modem.
Cheapness. Solana commissions are so low that you won't even feel the cost. Ideal for NFT traders and traders.
Ecosystem. Solana creates its own world where there are already serious gaming platforms (Star Atlas), NFT markets (Magic Eden) and even phones (yes, Solana Saga).
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Why buy SOL in 2024?
1. Development of the ecosystem. Solana has more and more partners, projects and developers. Its blockchain becomes a home for promising startups.
2. Stabilization of work. After problems with outages in 2022-2023, the team promises that the network will now run like a Swiss watch. (But that's a promise—you know how it goes).
3. Flexibility. Solana is actively experimenting with new products such as Saga. If the Web3 phone really takes off, SOL will gain additional popularity.
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And now a spoonful of tar
Disconnecting the network. Solana has often "crashed" in the past, leaving its users in a stupor. Such disruptions in the blockchain cause mistrust.
Centralization. Despite the claim of a "decentralized" blockchain, most Solana nodes are controlled by a small group of people. This begs the question.
Competition. Ethereum still dominates, and new players like Aptos$APT or Sui$SUI are already breathing down their backs. Will Solana have enough strength to keep its niche?
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Predictions of 2025
More NFT and Web3. Solana is heavily integrated into metauniverses and NFTs. Demand for SOL may increase if the market picks up.
Saga phone. If the Web3 gadget becomes popular, it will create hype around Solana.
Risk of interruptions. Even in 2025, the network can "fall asleep", as it happened before. Investing in SOL is still a risk.
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To buy or not?
The Solana is like a supercar with an unpredictable engine. The speed is impressive, but the risks are high. If you like to take risks and be on trend, SOL could be your ticket to the "big game". But remember: even the fastest blockchain without stability risks remaining just a crypto-legend.
