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Etherscan Acquires Solscan to Enhance Solana Ecosystem Analysis and User Experience

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January 3, 2024

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Etherscan has successfully completed the acquisition of Solscan, a leading block explorer operating within the Solana ecosystem.

The move is geared towards advancing the accessibility of blockchain data across various networks. The acquisition plan includes the integration of valuable features on both Etherscan and Solscan platforms, aiming for a collaborative enhancement in user experience.

Matthew Tan, CEO and founder of Etherscan, underscored the expertise of the Solscan team, citing their proven track record in providing detailed insights and analytics. Tan stated:

“Their proficiency in making blockchain data accessible and user-friendly aligns perfectly with our mission at Etherscan.”

📢 We're excited to share that Solscan has now joined Etherscan!

With the addition of @solscanofficial to the team, we hope to continue executing on our vision of providing credibly neutral and equitable access to blockchain data. pic.twitter.com/N8TcxQHFLi

— Etherscan (@etherscan) January 3, 2024

Solscan Caters to 3 Million Users Monthly

Established in 2021, Solscan has accumulated a substantial user base, catering to over 3 million monthly users with comprehensive data services, encompassing addresses, token data, and transaction information.

In an official statement, the Solscan team emphasized the significance of the acquisition as a noteworthy development in the field of blockchain exploration.

In its substack post, the block explorer wrote, “as part of the Etherscan family, Solscan is committed to providing enhanced support and a seamless user experience, with a specific focus on improvements in user interfaces, navigation, and overall accessibility.

Anticipated developments include the integration of additional features, enhancing exploration and analysis capabilities on both Etherscan and Solscan.