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I noticed an interesting project that is clearly working on solving one of the main problems of blockchain — scalability. Somnia is not just another blockchain, but an attempt to create an infrastructure that can support applications at the Web2 level, but with the advantages of Web3.
What attracts me to this project? First, the ambitions. Somnia is a platform aiming to process 400,000 transactions per second. For comparison: Ethereum handles about 9 transactions per second, Polygon around 47. The difference is simply colossal.
The main idea is simple and logical. The developers want to create an open, censorship-resistant system where anyone with internet access can create and use applications. At the same time, Somnia is not monolithic but rather an ecosystem where different applications can operate independently but still interact with each other.
The technical parameters are truly impressive. Compatibility with EVM means developers will be able to port their projects from Ethereum without major rewrites. Plus, transaction finality in less than a second and minimal fees. This creates conditions for large-scale applications that require processing large volumes of data in real time.
Somnia is especially interesting for games, metaverses, and social networks. These categories of applications demand high throughput and low latency. On current blockchains, this is either impossible or economically unfeasible.
Regarding the project's philosophy — there is a clear attempt to create a fairer digital world. Not centralized platforms controlling user data, but an open infrastructure where people retain control over their assets and can freely move between services.
Of course, questions remain about how all this will work in practice, but I like the direction. If Somnia can truly deliver the promised performance while maintaining decentralization, it could be a significant step forward for Web3 development. Keep an eye on this project and its progress.