Solana news (SOL): Anatoly Yakovenko says that major ‘Alpenglow’ upgrade could arrive next quarter,
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Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko announced that the major 'Alpenglow' network upgrade is expected to launch as early as next quarter.Summary
Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko announced at Consensus Miami 2026 that the 'Alpenglow' upgrade is slated for release this year, potentially arriving as early as next quarter. This significant update focuses on enhancing the core performance, reliability, and predictability of the Solana blockchain. By optimizing transaction confirmation processes to approach the speed of light, the upgrade aims to provide users and developers with faster finality and greater precision. Yakovenko described this release as a transition toward a more mature phase for the protocol, emphasizing consistency that is critical for high-stakes financial applications.
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