Solana Catalysts

Upcoming Solana events

1. Oct 31, 2026

   Samsung USDC transfers launch on Solana

   Samsung is launching USDC transfers on the Solana blockchain for US Galaxy users via Samsung Wallet. This feature includes fiat on- and off-ramps, making it easier to convert between crypto and traditional currency. The launch is expected in late October.

   Source: Samsung Integrates USDC for Cross-Border Remittances on 82 Million Galaxy Devices

2. Jan 1, 2027

   Solana's 50% SOL token production cut starts in 2027

   Solana's community voted to reduce the supply of new SOL tokens by 50%, starting in 2027. This change aims to make SOL more scarce, potentially increasing its value.

   Sources: Solana Will Print 50% Less SOL After Disinflation Vote Passes by Razor-Thin Margin, Solana Vote to Double Disinflation Passes by a Hair in Dramatic Finish

3. within weeks

   Solana's Alpenglow upgrade mainnet deployment

   Solana's Alpenglow upgrade, which promises 150-millisecond settlement times, is expected to go live on the main blockchain in the coming weeks. This upgrade aims to improve transaction speed and reliability, making Solana more attractive to developers and users.

   Source: Solana’s Alpenglow Upgrade Now on Second Test Network

4. coming weeks

   Solana Alpenglow upgrade mainnet deployment

   Solana's Alpenglow upgrade, which promises faster settlement times, is expected to go live on the mainnet in the coming weeks.

   Source: Solana’s Alpenglow Upgrade Now on Second Test Network

5. within weeks

   Solana Alpenglow Upgrade Mainnet Launch

   Solana's Alpenglow upgrade, which aims to reduce settlement times to 150 milliseconds, is expected to go live on the mainnet in the coming weeks. This upgrade could enhance transaction speed and reliability, making the network more attractive to developers and users.

   Source: Solana’s Alpenglow Upgrade Now on Second Test Network

6. within weeks

   Alpenglow upgrade mainnet deployment

   Solana's Alpenglow upgrade, which promises 150-millisecond settlement times, is expected to go live on the main blockchain in the coming weeks. This upgrade aims to improve transaction speed and reliability.

   Source: Solana’s Alpenglow Upgrade Now on Second Test Network