# Do We Hate Solana?

*Author: Ryan Sean Adams, David Hoffman*
*Published: Dec 6, 2023*
*Source: https://www.bankless.com/do-we-hate-solana*

---

The truth on how we feel about Solana. 

Today we define the fundamentals, compare other networks, and ultimately share how we think SOL stacks up in the Layer 1 race. 

---

## TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Intro

01:41 Addressing The Criticism

07:32 Defining The Fundamentals

14:05 Comparing Other Networks

19:11 Takes from Crypto Twitter

22:55 Our Thesis

26:19 Solana UX

30:37 Ethereum's Flaws

33:38 Discord Reactions
---

*This article is brought to you by [MetaMask](https://www.bankless.com/sponsor/metamask-1776260643?ref=do-we-hate-solana)*