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Solana’s high throughput (65,000 TPS) and low fees make it a standout for DeFi and NFTs. Its technical edge lies in Proof-of-History, enabling rapid scaling. However, frequent outages (e.g., 2023 downtimes) expose risks, denting investor confidence. Balancing performance with stability is key—its $20B+ market cap reflects optimism, but centralization concerns linger. It’s attractive for risk-tolerant investors.