Anza, the developer behind one of Solana’s Agave validator clients, has unveiled proposed solutions in version 1.18.11 on a development network to resolve congestion in the Solana blockchain network.
The congestion issues have led to slower transactions and increased drop rates, significantly impacting user experience. Anza’s proactive measures aim to alleviate these challenges, urging Solana testnet validators to adopt the new version for evaluation.
If successfully implemented, the proposed fixes hold the promise of restoring optimal performance levels on the Solana network.
Earlier reports said Solana (SOL) was facing a surge in transaction failures, prompting concerns over its ability to handle high demand and sparking debates about its future as a premier blockchain platform.
An identified bottleneck in implementing the QUIC networking protocol is the root cause of the problem. Developers are hard at work tackling the issue and enhancing the network’s capacity.
In a recent X (formerly Twitter) post, Austin Federa, Head of Communications for Solana Labs, highlighted the concerted efforts of developers from Anza, Firedancer, Jito, and other core contributors to bolster Solana’s networking stack amidst unprecedented demand.
While some fear this could signify a fundamental design flaw, experts like Richard Patel from Firedancer Solana clarify that QUIC is not inherently vulnerable.