Breaking News: Etherscan Completes Acquisition of Prominent Solana Explorer Solscan for an Undisclosed Sum
Etherscan, the leading platform for Ethereum network exploration, APIs, and analytics, has made a strategic acquisition of Solscan, Solana’s top block explorer. The announcement confirms that the Solscan ecosystem, including BNB Smart Chain explorer Bscscan, is now part of the Etherscan portfolio. This move comes at a time of rapid growth for the Solana ecosystem, and the acquisition by Etherscan ensures sustainable development with the support of a reputable team.
What’s next for these two platforms? Etherscan promises to maintain excellence on Solana, integrate new features, and enhance the user experience. With the backing of the Etherscan family, they believe these goals are attainable and are excited to showcase more to their users.
Looking at the broader picture, the Etherscan explorer was established in 2015, coinciding with the launch of the Ethereum blockchain. Over the years, the Etherscan ecosystem has expanded to include various products, covering all Ethereum testnets and mainnet upgrades. Developers in the Decentralized Finance (DeFi) space can seamlessly integrate with Etherscan products through its API plans, which range from free to a pro account priced at $899 per month.
Currently, Etherscan products are integrated with leading crypto projects such as MetaMask, Binance, Coinbase, Coingecko, and imToken, among others. The acquisition of Solscan by Etherscan signifies a significant milestone for both ecosystems. By sharing resources and strategic products, they aim to facilitate the smooth mass adoption of web3 technology.
It’s important to note that the acquisition of Solscan by Etherscan does not directly impact the price action of the tokens involved. However, the Solana ecosystem, which boasts a Total Value Locked (TVL) of $1.47 billion and a stablecoin market cap of over $1.8 billion, will greatly benefit from the success of Etherscan as a blockchain explorer. The announcement assures users of a collaborative effort to deliver unparalleled blockchain exploration services and a commitment to advancing the capabilities of both Etherscan and Solscan.
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