Solana, a leading blockchain network, has announced two groundbreaking new features that are set to transform how users interact with blockchain technology across the entire web.

Blinks: Bringing Blockchain to Every Corner of the Internet

The first feature, called "Blinks" (blockchain links), allows users to initiate Solana transactions from any website or app where a link can be shared. This means that activities like voting, donating, minting NFTs, swapping tokens, and making payments can now be performed seamlessly within social media platforms, messaging apps, and other online spaces.

Solana Actions: Powering Secure, Accessible Transactions

The second feature, Solana Actions, is a set of APIs that return Solana transactions. These APIs enable transactions to be signed and sent using native app and mobile buttons, scannable QR codes, and shareable Blinks. Solana emphasizes the simplicity and security of these new features, making blockchain technology more accessible to a broader audience.

Collaboration with Dialect and Phantom

The development of Blinks and Solana Actions was made possible through a collaboration with Dialect, a protocol and developer stack. Dialect played a key role in creating the new specification and powering the Actions for various prominent Solana projects, including the popular crypto wallet, Phantom.

Phantom has quickly embraced the new features, allowing users to perform token swaps on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) using Blinks. This integration showcases the potential of Blinks to enhance the user experience by seamlessly integrating blockchain transactions into everyday online activities.

Overall, Solana's Blinks and Actions represent a significant step forward in making blockchain technology more accessible and user-friendly across the entire web, revolutionizing how users interact with decentralized applications and services.