Solana is a high-speed, high-efficiency blockchain platform specifically designed for the deployment of decentralized applications (DApps) and the execution of smart contracts. Launched in March 2020 by Solana Labs, an entity founded by Anatoly Yakovenko and Raj Gokal, Solana presents an innovative approach to blockchain technology. The platform's native cryptocurrency, SOL, is utilized for carrying out transactions and for staking purposes.
Solana operates via two unique consensus mechanisms: Proof-of-History (PoH) and Proof-of-Stake (PoS). PoH is employed for timestamping
