Jump Crypto’s much-anticipated validator client, “Frankendancer,” has been successfully launched on Solana’s mainnet, as announced by Chief Science Officer Kevin Bowers during the Solana Breakpoint event in Singapore.
Frankendancer Launch
Frankendancer is a prototype of Firedancer, a second independent validator client being developed by Jump Crypto to enhance Solana’s network performance and resilience. The launch follows the introduction of Agave, another validator client from the development firm Anza, which went live on Solana’s mainnet in August. Bowers emphasized the importance of having two independent validators for improved network redundancy, increased capacity, and reduced costs. 'Performance is a prerequisite for reduced costs and increased capacity,' he explained, also adding that Agave’s success demonstrated the potential of these upgrades.
Firedancer on Testnet
In his keynote speech, Kevin Bowers also announced that Firedancer is currently running on the testnet, marking a significant step towards its full release. While no specific date for the Firedancer mainnet launch was revealed, its current viability on the testnet signals the project’s progression toward completion.
Agave Update
Agave, the first independent validator client on Solana, has announced plans to release its v2.0 on Solana Mainnet-Beta in the weeks following Breakpoint 2024. This update includes major changes, including the removal of certain API endpoints, to improve performance.
The unveiling of these validator clients represents a significant moment for Solana. The community believes that Solana’s efforts to enhance the network’s stability, scalability, and overall performance underscore the blockchain’s ambitions for long-term growth. Meanwhile, the Solana native token (SOL) is trading at $150.68 with an 8% surge in the past 24 hours, and the trading volume is up 11% in the same timeline.
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