As reported by Coinotag, Solana's SIMD-0266 upgrade introduces a new token program that reduces resource usage by up to 98% compared to the current SPL standard. The upgrade replaces SPL with p-token architecture, cutting compute unit spending by 200x for token instructions and freeing 12% of block space. It also adds new instructions like Batch and UnwrapLamports to streamline DeFi operations. The Alpenglow upgrade, scheduled for early 2026, will overhaul Solana’s consensus mechanism, replacing Proof of History with a faster, more secure protocol based on VRF-based leader selection and encrypted mempools.
Solana's SIMD-0266 Upgrade to Cut Token Resource Use by 98%, Alpenglow Upgrade Aims for 2026
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