Solana congestion issue caused by ‘too much demand’ – devs working on fix without ‘sleeping much’
Solana Labs head of communication Austin Federa said developers from across the ecosystem are involved in concerted efforts to improve the platform's networking stack
Assad Jafri
Apr. 10, 2024 at 11:46 pm UTC
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Updated: Apr. 11, 2024 at 12:00 am UTC
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Solana (SOL) core developers are working around the clock on a fix for the recent congestion issues on the network following an unprecedented surge in demand.
Solana Labs head of communication Austin Federa said developers from across the ecosystem are involved in concerted efforts to improve the platform’s networking stack and resolve the issues that have caused a large number of transactions to fail on the network over the past few days.
Anza, Firedancer, Jito, and other core contributors are focusing on resolving the issue that has sparked significant discussion within the tech community. Developers are looking to deploy a fix on April 15.
Root cause
According to Federa, the root of the congestion lies in the network’s infrastructure. Specifically, the implementation of the QUIC protocol is not robust enough to handle the increased traffic.
Solana previously faced scalability challenges in early 2022, leading to a series of enhancements. However, the network did not anticipate the rapid increase in demand that recently transformed its capacity from “adequate but needing improvement” to “inadequate.”
Some describe the situation as a “failure of success,” highlighting the unexpected rate of growth and the planning challenges it presents.
The introduction of Firedancer, Solana’s first independent validator client implementation, marks a key upgrade. This development involves a near-complete rewrite of the networking stack.
Federa stressed the importance of balancing the introduction of new features with the necessity of maintaining and improving the network’s core functionality.
Solutions
In addressing potential solutions, Federa stated that the team is working to increase transaction per second (TPS) rates and, if necessary, to raise fees as a last resort to deter spam. The preferred approach is to develop methods to filter out spam without relying on fee adjustments.
The community’s reaction to the congestion has been mixed. While some users express concern over the network’s performance, others view the high traffic volume as a sign of Solana’s popularity.
The congestion issues have caused Solana to fall out of the top 3 cryptos by market cap as its price slid to a low of $162 from a local high of $210 over the past few days.
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EU watchdog warns of high concentration in crypto markets, notes minimal euro usage
According to ESMA, the industry is dominated by a handful of cryptocurrencies, exchanges and fiat currencies.
Mike Dalton
Apr. 10, 2024 at 10:24 pm UTC
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The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) warned that crypto markets are highly concentrated on April 10.
ESMA said concentration is a concern because a single asset or exchange failure could broadly impact the crypto ecosystem.
According to the agency’s findings, market capitalizations and trading volumes are “significantly concentrated” in a small number of assets across the crypto market.
Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Tether (USDT) accounted for 74% of the crypto market cap in December 2023 and made up more than half of 2023’s annual trading volume.
Exchanges also demonstrated concentrated trading volumes, as just 10 platforms handled 90% of trading. Binance alone accounted for about half of all trading volume, though its dominance fell to 40% by December 2023 and has been on a steady decline overall since December 2022.
ESMA warned that individual cryptocurrencies are highly interconnected and show strong price correlations with each other. Furthermore, it described a positive correlation between crypto and equities, demonstrating risk plus a lack of a stable relationship with gold.
The agency said it does not consider crypto an effective “safe haven” in light of its analysis.
The EU perspective
Specific findings are particularly relevant to the EU’s regulatory activities. Of the 20% to 30% of crypto transactions involving fiat, 80% involved the US dollar or South Korean won. The euro played a “minor role,” accounting for about 10% of fiat transactions.
The euro’s involvement in fiat-crypto transactions did not increase even after the EU adopted the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation in June 2023. However, ESMA said that MiCA rules could “constitute a potential growth driver” when implemented this year.
Exchange location is another issue. Although 55% of transactions occurred on exchanges with an EU Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license, many of the same transactions occurred outside of the EU. About half of crypto trading volumes take place on exchanges based in tax havens, while Europe-based exchanges trading volume is almost non-existent.
ESMA said that MiCA will address location-related matters through disclosure requirements, improving transparency even as crypto exchanges expand to new jurisdictions.
The agency said that its research broadly “supports the implementation” of MiCA.
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So, when you hold $CVPAD, you’re not just holding a token – you’re part of a movement toward creating opportunities in building projects with the potential to change the game. That’s the vision driving $CVPAD, and we’re excited to drive it forward.
Q4: How do CV Pad’s partnerships with industry leaders and Web3 innovators support the evolution of the platform?
There is a proverb that says, ‘It takes a village to raise a child’. The idea is that a child’s upbringing and development are not solely the responsibility of one individual or family, but rather the entire community plays a role in nurturing and supporting them. This philosophy is something we have taken to heart at CV Pad, and our partner network is key to ensuring the projects that launch through CV Pad are “Raised” the right way – set for success and ready to take on the world. For us, it’s important that when we launch a project they are ready to man the reigns, and through our partner network we are giving our cohorts best-in-class support, from tokenomics to distribution.
Q5: From the perspective of early-stage Web3 ventures, what unique advantages does CV Pad offer through its ecosystem and partnerships, and how do these contribute to the success of these projects?
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Our core collective is made up of CV VC, CV Labs, and DuckDAO. CV VC brings unparalleled investment experience and insights, having identified and nurtured 70 blockchain teams. Meanwhile, CV Labs provides world-class incubation services, serving as a fertile ground for the growth of Web3 startups. DuckDAO is a true pioneer in democratizing early-stage participation empowering community members to have a voice and a stake in groundbreaking projects.
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Q6: How do you envision CV Pad’s future in blockchain innovation, and what message do you have for both aspiring entrepreneurs and investors within the Web3 ecosystem?
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CV Pad, a Launchpad with founders at heart.
As our conversation with Florian Kohler comes to a close, it’s clear that CV Pad stands at the forefront of a paradigm shift in venture capital, utilizing blockchain to further progress the industry. By leveraging an extensive network of industry partnerships and a token that encapsulates the platform’s value, CV Pad is fostering a community where anyone can contribute to and benefit from the success of Web3 ventures, whilst giving founders a true shot at long-term business success. Kohler’s journey from the corporate world of media and sports to the cutting edge of blockchain reflects a broader narrative of evolution and adaptability in the face of technological change. CV Pad represents a beacon of opportunity, a chance to be part of the projects shaping our digital future.
As the Web3 landscape continues to grow, CV Pad’s holistic approach is rooted in inclusivity, support, and shared success. It intends to lead the way in discovering and nurturing the blockchain innovations of tomorrow. Join the movement towards a more democratized, accessible, and innovative future with CV Pad.
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CV Pad is a Launchpad+, aiming to take projects through their TGE with a suite of services from tokenomics support to distribution and marketing, with the support of their global network of partnerships. It is a collective: DuckDAO, CV VC, and CV Labs, that utilizes its wealth of experience in web3 and traditional venture capital to not only support projects but also provide vetted, curated picks for launchpad investors.
