Solana developers have proposed a new hashing system, SIMD-215, to address scalability challenges by introducing a lattice-based homomorphic hashing function. This innovation aims to streamline account verification, allowing the network to efficiently handle billions of accounts without recalculating the entire state, thus enhancing speed and resource management.In 2024, Solana surpassed Ethereum in attracting new developers, with 7,625 joining its ecosystem, driven by increased activity in Asia. The network also outperformed Ethereum in trading volume on decentralized exchanges, reflecting its growing dominance in the decentralized finance space.