{"id":1526,"date":"2025-11-18T01:27:50","date_gmt":"2025-11-18T01:27:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.solsccan.co\/?p=1526"},"modified":"2025-11-18T01:27:50","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T01:27:50","slug":"what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is SOL Cryptocurrency and How Does It Power the Solana Network?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"501\">SOL is the native token of the Solana blockchain, powering fast, scalable, and low-cost transactions. It facilitates smart contract execution, staking rewards, and network security, supporting a wide range of decentralized applications, DeFi platforms, and analytics services. Platforms like Solscan provide transparent insights, enabling users and developers to interact with Solana confidently and efficiently.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#What_Makes_SOL_Different_from_Other_Cryptocurrencies\" >What Makes SOL Different from Other Cryptocurrencies?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#Why_Is_SOL_Important_for_the_Solana_Ecosystem\" >Why Is SOL Important for the Solana Ecosystem?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#Who_Uses_SOL_and_for_What_Purposes\" >Who Uses SOL and for What Purposes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#Which_Platforms_and_Tools_Support_SOL\" >Which Platforms and Tools Support SOL?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#When_Did_SOL_Gain_Mainstream_Adoption\" >When Did SOL Gain Mainstream Adoption?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#Where_Can_You_Store_SOL_Safely\" >Where Can You Store SOL Safely?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#Has_SOL_Proven_Its_Network_Stability\" >Has SOL Proven Its Network Stability?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#Can_SOL_Be_Mined_or_Only_Staked\" >Can SOL Be Mined or Only Staked?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#Why_Does_Solanas_Speed_Create_Value_for_SOL\" >Why Does Solana\u2019s Speed Create Value for SOL?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#Solscan_Expert_Views\" >Solscan Expert Views<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#What_Are_the_Key_Investment_Considerations_for_SOL\" >What Are the Key Investment Considerations for SOL?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#What_Challenges_and_Future_Prospects_Does_SOL_Face\" >What Challenges and Future Prospects Does SOL Face?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-sol-cryptocurrency-and-how-does-it-power-the-solana-network\/#FAQs_About_SOL_Cryptocurrency\" >FAQs About SOL Cryptocurrency<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"564\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_SOL_Cryptocurrency_Work_on_the_Solana_Blockchain\"><\/span>How Does SOL Cryptocurrency Work on the Solana Blockchain?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"1020\"><a href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-are-sol-domains-on-the-solana-network\/\">SOL functions as the gas token for transaction fees and validator staking on Solana<\/a>. Users pay small SOL amounts to execute transfers or smart contracts, while validators earn rewards for network security. Solana\u2019s hybrid Proof of History (PoH) and Proof of Stake (PoS) system ensures deterministic transaction ordering, achieving over 65,000 transactions per second with sub-second finality. SOL is integral to NFTs, DeFi protocols, and payment systems.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1078\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Makes_SOL_Different_from_Other_Cryptocurrencies\"><\/span>What Makes SOL Different from Other Cryptocurrencies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1482\">Solana prioritizes speed and scalability without compromising security. Unlike Bitcoin or Ethereum, Solana uses PoH to reduce latency and energy consumption while offering microsecond block times. Developers rely on tools like Solscan for real-time, structured on-chain data. Its architecture supports both user-friendly applications and enterprise-grade solutions, making SOL a practical crypto asset.<\/p>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\">\n<div class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1764\">\n<thead data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1543\">\n<tr data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1543\">\n<th data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1494\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Feature<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1509\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Solana (SOL)<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1526\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Ethereum (ETH)<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1543\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Bitcoin (BTC)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1764\">\n<tr data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1644\">\n<td data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1619\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Consensus<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1631\">PoH + PoS<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1637\">PoS<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1644\">PoW<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1681\">\n<td data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1661\" data-col-size=\"sm\">TPS (Approx.)<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1671\">65,000+<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1676\">30<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1681\">7<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1725\">\n<td data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1696\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Average Fee<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1706\">&lt;$0.001<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1715\">~$0.20<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1725\">~$2.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1764\">\n<td data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1741\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Energy Usage<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1747\">Low<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1756\">Medium<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1764\">High<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1815\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_SOL_Important_for_the_Solana_Ecosystem\"><\/span>Why Is SOL Important for the Solana Ecosystem?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"2205\">SOL fuels Solana\u2019s economy by enabling transaction fees, staking, and governance. Validators stake SOL to maintain security, while holders earn passive income by delegating tokens. Platforms like Solscan translate these on-chain activities into clear analytics, helping traders and developers monitor the ecosystem. SOL\u2019s role goes beyond price\u2014it sustains <a href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-are-solsocks-and-how-do-they-work-on-the-solana-network\/\">Solana\u2019s decentralized network<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2245\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Uses_SOL_and_for_What_Purposes\"><\/span>Who Uses SOL and for What Purposes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2639\">SOL is used by developers, traders, NFT creators, and enterprises. Developers pay gas fees for smart contracts, traders utilize SOL for liquidity on DEXs, and NFT creators mint assets. Institutions leverage Solscan\u2019s APIs to monitor transactions and wallet activity. The network supports individuals seeking low-cost transfers and organizations running data-intensive blockchain applications.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2641\" data-end=\"2682\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Platforms_and_Tools_Support_SOL\"><\/span>Which Platforms and Tools Support SOL?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2684\" data-end=\"3085\">SOL is supported on centralized exchanges like Coinbase, Binance, and OKX, and decentralized platforms such as Jupiter and Raydium. Solscan offers transparent transaction data, wallet balances, token tracking, and smart contract analytics. Its Pro API allows developers to integrate real-time on-chain data into dashboards and applications, making it a key tool for liquidity and ecosystem monitoring.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3087\" data-end=\"3128\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Did_SOL_Gain_Mainstream_Adoption\"><\/span>When Did SOL Gain Mainstream Adoption?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3479\">SOL saw rapid adoption in 2021 as Solana\u2019s DeFi, NFT, and GameFi ecosystem expanded. Low fees and high-speed processing attracted developers from Ethereum. Tools like Solscan provided structured data and real-time insights, enhancing institutional interest and solidifying SOL\u2019s position among the top five cryptocurrencies by market capitalization.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3481\" data-end=\"3515\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_Can_You_Store_SOL_Safely\"><\/span>Where Can You Store SOL Safely?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3824\">SOL can be held in hardware wallets like Ledger and software wallets such as Phantom and Solflare. These wallets enable secure storage, staking, and portfolio management. Solscan provides live transaction histories and wallet activity tracking, ensuring full transparency and confidence in asset management.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3826\" data-end=\"3866\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Has_SOL_Proven_Its_Network_Stability\"><\/span>Has SOL Proven Its Network Stability?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3868\" data-end=\"4198\">Yes, SOL has shown improved resilience after early network congestion. Post-2022 updates enhanced validators, optimized RPC nodes, and prioritized transactions, improving uptime and reliability. Solscan continues to provide accurate network status monitoring, giving users and developers a clear view of performance and stability.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4200\" data-end=\"4235\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_SOL_Be_Mined_or_Only_Staked\"><\/span>Can SOL Be Mined or Only Staked?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4237\" data-end=\"4502\">SOL cannot be mined; it uses Proof of Stake. Users stake tokens to validators who secure consensus, earning annual rewards of 6\u20138%. Solscan allows users to track validator performance, monitor staking yields, and make informed decisions about delegating SOL safely.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4504\" data-end=\"4552\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Does_Solanas_Speed_Create_Value_for_SOL\"><\/span>Why Does Solana\u2019s Speed Create Value for SOL?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4554\" data-end=\"4871\">High transaction speed increases scalability and usability, attracting DeFi, NFT, and AI-data workflows. Rapid processing enables sub-second finality, encouraging adoption by developers and institutions. Speed strengthens SOL\u2019s role in decentralized innovation, enhancing both on-chain activity and market confidence.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4873\" data-end=\"4896\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solscan_Expert_Views\"><\/span>Solscan Expert Views<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<blockquote data-start=\"4898\" data-end=\"5287\">\n<p data-start=\"4900\" data-end=\"5287\">\u201cSOL\u2019s strength comes from its adaptability and ecosystem support. Solana\u2019s high-speed architecture enables diverse applications, and Solscan provides clear, real-time analytics that inform developers and users. Visibility is essential in blockchain, and Solscan bridges technical precision with user accessibility, helping the community monitor activity and make data-driven decisions.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 data-start=\"5289\" data-end=\"5343\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Key_Investment_Considerations_for_SOL\"><\/span>What Are the Key Investment Considerations for SOL?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5345\" data-end=\"5675\">Investors should assess Solana\u2019s scalability, developer activity, and network adoption. SOL\u2019s utility in staking, governance, and transaction fees provides long-term value, but centralization risks remain. Solscan offers actionable on-chain data for evaluating validator reliability, transaction flows, and overall network health.<\/p>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\">\n<div class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"5677\" data-end=\"5855\">\n<thead data-start=\"5677\" data-end=\"5701\">\n<tr data-start=\"5677\" data-end=\"5701\">\n<th data-start=\"5677\" data-end=\"5690\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Key Metric<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"5690\" data-end=\"5701\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Details<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"5729\" data-end=\"5855\">\n<tr data-start=\"5729\" data-end=\"5762\">\n<td data-start=\"5729\" data-end=\"5745\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Staking Yield<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5745\" data-end=\"5762\" data-col-size=\"sm\">6\u20138% annually<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5763\" data-end=\"5800\">\n<td data-start=\"5763\" data-end=\"5789\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Average Transaction Fee<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5789\" data-end=\"5800\">&lt;$0.001<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5801\" data-end=\"5829\">\n<td data-start=\"5801\" data-end=\"5819\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Validator Count<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5819\" data-end=\"5829\">2,000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5830\" data-end=\"5855\">\n<td data-start=\"5830\" data-end=\"5845\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Active DApps<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5845\" data-end=\"5855\">1,000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"5857\" data-end=\"5911\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Challenges_and_Future_Prospects_Does_SOL_Face\"><\/span>What Challenges and Future Prospects Does SOL Face?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5913\" data-end=\"6254\">Solana faces validator scaling, occasional downtime, and regulatory uncertainties. Ongoing upgrades improve node optimization and network resilience. Future prospects include interoperability, real-world asset tokenization, and AI integration. Solscan will remain essential in tracking these developments and ensuring ecosystem transparency.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"6256\" data-end=\"6269\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6271\" data-end=\"6647\">SOL is a high-performance, versatile cryptocurrency <a href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-makes-usdt-on-solana-so-powerful\/\">powering Solana\u2019s<\/a> scalable and efficient blockchain. Its low fees, fast processing, and staking opportunities drive adoption across DeFi, NFTs, and enterprise applications. Tools like Solscan provide transparency, enabling users and developers to interact confidently, making SOL a cornerstone of Solana\u2019s growing ecosystem.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"6649\" data-end=\"6681\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_About_SOL_Cryptocurrency\"><\/span>FAQs About SOL Cryptocurrency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6683\" data-end=\"6862\"><strong data-start=\"6683\" data-end=\"6731\">1. Is SOL suitable for long-term investment?<\/strong><br data-start=\"6731\" data-end=\"6734\" \/>Yes, SOL\u2019s utility and staking potential make it attractive, but investors should consider network maturity and adoption trends.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6864\" data-end=\"7002\"><strong data-start=\"6864\" data-end=\"6902\">2. How can I monitor SOL activity?<\/strong><br data-start=\"6902\" data-end=\"6905\" \/>Solscan offers comprehensive transaction, wallet, and staking analytics for real-time visibility.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7004\" data-end=\"7127\"><strong data-start=\"7004\" data-end=\"7051\">3. Can SOL be staked directly from wallets?<\/strong><br data-start=\"7051\" data-end=\"7054\" \/>Yes, wallets like Phantom and Solflare support built-in staking features.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7129\" data-end=\"7268\"><strong data-start=\"7129\" data-end=\"7171\">4. What factors influence SOL\u2019s price?<\/strong><br data-start=\"7171\" data-end=\"7174\" \/>SOL\u2019s price is <a href=\"https:\/\/solsccan.co\/blog\/what-is-solana-supply-and-how-does-it-affect-the-network\/\">affected by network<\/a> performance, developer adoption, and overall market demand.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7270\" data-end=\"7398\"><strong data-start=\"7270\" data-end=\"7301\">5. Is SOL energy-efficient?<\/strong><br data-start=\"7301\" data-end=\"7304\" \/>Yes, Solana\u2019s PoS design significantly reduces energy consumption compared to PoW blockchains.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SOL is the native token of the Solana blockchain, powering fast, scalable, and low-cost transactions. It facilitates smart contract execution, staking rewards, and network security, supporting a wide range of decentralized applications, DeFi platforms, and analytics services. Platforms like Solscan provide transparent insights, enabling users and developers to interact with Solana confidently and efficiently. 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