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/

Lightspeed: https://www.youtube.com/@LightspeedpodHQ

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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.