Andre Cronje, the creator of the Fantom network, identifies Solana’s congestion as a result of its rapid expansion rather than a design flaw.
For the past few days, about 75% of non-voting-related transactions have failed on the Solana network, with immense demand.
According to Solana creator Anatoly Yakovenko, congestion bugs present unique challenges that require extensive testing and updates.
Solana: A Victim of Its Success?
Andre Cronje, the creator of the Fantom network and influential figure in decentralized finance (DeFi), is voicing support for the Solana network amidst recent transaction issues. In a realm where criticism is swift, Cronje emphasizes that the technical issues faced by Solana are a result of its rapid success.
Solana: The Blockchain Victim of Its Success?
In a post on X, Cronje addresses Solana network congestion as a consequence of its rapid ecosystem growth. This growth has resulted in increased demand for block space, leading to technical challenges.
According to data from Dune Analytics, about 75% of non-voting-related transactions have been failing in the midst of the memecoin frenzy on Solana. This transactional failure has sparked strong reactions on social media, with numerous users complaining about failed operations and a degraded user experience.
The Congestion of the Solana Network
Anatoly Yakovenko, CEO of Solana Labs, expresses frustration with the complexity of resolving congestion bugs, which is more difficult than a complete system failure. While the latter can be resolved through identification and correction, congestion bugs require a lengthy testing process and the implementation of updates, slowing down the ability to intervene rapidly.
