📊 Solana Public Blockchain: Key Facts
In September 2025, the Solana community voted to approve the Alpenglow consensus upgrade, which will replace TowerBFT with a new voting mechanism and remove Proof of History from consensus.
When sending SOL or tokens to a Solana address, make sure the selected network is Solana so you don't confuse it with another network.
Cross-check information from multiple sources before making a decision; don't rely on just one source.
$SOL is Solana's native coin, used to pay transaction fees and for staking.
In September 2025, the Solana community voted to approve the Alpenglow consensus upgrade, which will replace TowerBFT with a new voting mechanism and remove Proof of History from consensus.
When sending SOL or tokens to a Solana address, make sure the selected network is Solana so you don't confuse it with another network.
Cross-check information from multiple sources before making a decision; don't rely on just one source.
$SOL is Solana's native coin, used to pay transaction fees and for staking.