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##TL;DR
Recently, <a href="/ja/price/solana-sol" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">Solana</a> introduced a dynamic inflation adjustment mechanism through the SIMD-0228 proposal, aiming to optimize its economic model and drive long-term growth. However, it faces risks such as reduced validator rewards. On the market side, the upcoming launch of SOL futures on CME may provide upward momentum for prices, though selling pressure from FTX's legacy assets remains a short-term obstacle. On the technical front, the Firedancer upgrade and ZK-Rollup expansion further enhance network performance and ecosystem scalability. Despite short-term volatility, Solana is poised for sustained growth through economic reforms and technological innovation.

##Solana's Inflation Reform: Optimizing the Economic Model for Long-Term Growth

Recently, Solana introduced a dynamic inflation adjustment mechanism through the SIMD-0228 proposal, aiming to strike a balance between network security and economic efficiency. The proposal sets a target staking rate of 50%, where inflation rates will gradually decrease if the staking rate exceeds this threshold, with a minimum of 1.5%. Conversely, if the staking rate falls below 50%, inflation rates will be moderately increased. This mechanism is designed to incentivize more users to participate in staking, thereby enhancing the network's decentralization while reducing the market dilution pressure on SOL.  

However, this adjustment also carries potential risks. Validator rewards may shrink due to declining inflation rates, particularly impacting small and medium-sized validators who might exit the market due to high operational costs, potentially leading to further institutional centralization of the network. Nonetheless, the dynamic inflation adjustment creates long-term upward potential for SOL's price and provides a more solid foundation for the ecosystem's sustainable development.

##Market Dynamics: The Dual Impact of CME Futures and FTX Selling Pressure

Solana's recent market performance has been influenced by multiple factors. The Chicago Mercantile Exchange  plans to launch SOL futures contracts, providing a significant channel for institutional funds to enter the Solana market. Historical data suggests that similar futures product launches often drive up the prices of related assets. However, at the same time, the unlocking of a large amount of SOL from FTX's legacy holdings has created sustained selling pressure in the market, acting as a major obstacle to price increases.  

On-chain data shows that the movement of whale accounts and the selling behavior of FTX-associated addresses have complicated market sentiment. In the short term, this tug-of-war between bullish and bearish forces may lead to SOL prices fluctuating within the $130-$150 range. However, as selling pressure gradually diminishes and liquidity in the futures market increases, SOL prices could see a breakthrough to the critical $200 level.

##Technological Innovation and Ecosystem Expansion: Solana's Future Drivers

Technological upgrades have been central to maintaining Solana's market competitiveness. The introduction of Firedancer has brought a qualitative leap in network performance, with TPS (transactions per second) expected to reach the million level while improving network stability. Additionally, Solana has adopted ZK-Rollup technology, which extends Layer 2 solutions to further reduce transaction costs and enhance network scalability.  

On the application layer, Solana's DeFi and NFT ecosystems continue to expand, now accounting for over 80% of its transaction volume. Meanwhile, the platform has also implemented innovative MEV (Miner Extractable Value) optimization solutions to create more revenue streams for validators. However, as the network scales and technological complexity increases, balancing decentralization and efficiency will remain a critical challenge for Solana's future development.  

By reforming its economic model, optimizing market participation mechanisms, and advancing technological upgrades, Solana is laying the foundation for long-term growth. While short-term challenges such as market volatility and validator exits may arise, these initiatives will enhance its competitiveness in the long run. In the future, with the implementation of the inflation adjustment mechanism, the launch of CME futures, and the realization of technological innovations, Solana is expected to maintain its significant position in the <a href="/ja/price" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">crypto market</a>.

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<div>Author:**Orisi.T**, Gate.io Researcher
<div>Translator: Orisi.T
<div class="info-tips">\*This article represents only the views of the researcher and does not constitute any investment suggestions. All investments carry inherent risks; prudent decision-making is essential.
<div>\*Gate.io reserves all rights to this article. Reposting of the article will be permitted provided Gate.io is referenced. In all cases, legal action will be taken due to copyright infringement.
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