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In contrast, Solana emphasizes high-performance execution to maximize throughput and minimize latency, making it suitable for complex applications like high-frequency trading, real-time finance, and microtransactions. This shift aligns with market realities: as Anatoli notes, the "value accruing" to these networks increasingly depends on fast, reliable execution capable of handling maximum market microstructure.
He argues that settlement is inherently a slow, batch process, akin to traditional financial clearinghouses, but the future lies in creating trustless, high-speed transactional environments that can compete with centralized exchanges—broadening accessibility and reducing costs.