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Solana speeds up blocks by 17%, but transaction capacity stays the same

September 18, 2026September 18, 2026
Solana speeds up blocks by 17%, but transaction capacity stays the same

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The network is cutting its target slot time to 250 milliseconds, giving apps fresher blockchain data and validators shorter control windows while reducing the amount of work allowed in each slot.
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