Solana Behind the Scenes & What's Next for 2025 w/ Mert

In today's episode of The Milk Road Show, we get into the Solana
ecosystem with Mert, CEO of Helios Labs and Solana's biggest
advocate! What's happening behind the scenes, and what projects
are set to launch in 2025? From memecoins to how Solana stacks up
against blockchains like Ethereum, Sui, and Aptos, Mert addresses
the controversies head-on.





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GUEST INFO


Mert's X: https://x.com/0xMert_


Helius' X: https://x.com/heliuslabs


Helius' website: https://www.helius.dev/


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TIME POINTS


00:00 - Intro


01:30 - Meanwhile


02:08 - REX Shares


02:36 - Mert's reaction to XRP surge


04:13 - Memecoins activity on Solana


07:58 - Who is Mert?


11:00 - What's Solana's future?


13:36 - What are Solana's misconceptions?


15:46 - Solana vs. other monolithics L1s


17:50 - TVL of Solana vs. Ethereum


21:30 - Solana use cases and what's coming in 2025?


25:22 - Mert's thoughts on Ethereum


26:50 - Mert's influence on Solana's growth?


28:14 - Mert's thoughts about crypto in 2025





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Disclaimer


The information presented in this video is for educational and
informational purposes only. It should not be considered as
financial, legal, or tax advice. The views and opinions expressed
by the speakers, are their own and do not constitute professional
advice. Investing in cryptocurrencies carries significant risks,
including the potential for substantial losses. Viewers should
consult with a qualified financial professional before making any
investment decisions.