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Colosseum Codex: Mucho CLI, State of Web3 Adoption, Solana MEV Report

Mucho CLI, State of Web3 Adoption, Solana MEV Report, Jito Deep Dive, Solana AI Hackathon Winners

Mike Hale

Mike Hale

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Colosseum Codex: Mucho CLI, State of Web3 Adoption, Solana MEV Report

🧰 Mucho Gusto!

Mucho, by @nickfrosty, is a CLI tool to simplify the development and testing of Solana programs. The tool enables developers to install all necessary Solana development tools with a single command. 

This includes Rust, Cargo, the Solana CLI, Anchor, AVM, Solana-Verify, Trident (a Rust-based fuzzing framework), Zest (a code coverage tool), and Mucho itself. 

Mucho also supports cloning accounts and programs from any Solana cluster.

Using a Solana.toml configuration file, developers can define settings like which clusters to clone from, how often to clone, and where to store the cloned fixtures. 

Running a local test validator is easier with Mucho’s validator command, which automatically loads cloned accounts and programs and includes several sanity checks.

Other key features include building and deploying Solana programs. The tool scans the workspace to locate programs, assists with builds, and offers sanity checks before deployment. 

For troubleshooting, Mucho provides an info command that gathers detailed setup information. This includes installed tool versions, CLI configurations, wallet addresses, and even local validator status. 

This command can also generate reports for sharing on platforms like Solana StackExchange.

Mucho is currently in beta and open to feedback and contributions. See ⚙️ Tools below for a link to the repo.

Mucho Tools, One CLI

📃 State of Web3 Adoption

The State of Web3 Adoption 2025 report from 51 Insights provides an in-depth look at the biggest trends and developments in Web3. 

It highlights the growth of decentralized technologies, the increasing integration of blockchain with AI, and the expansion of use cases across industries like gaming, payments, and community-driven economies. 

While this report isn't specific to Solana, here are a few key takeaways for developers:

Stablecoin Expansion- Stablecoin usage has tripled year-over-year, reaching $27.1 trillion in transaction volume by November 2024. 

Web3 Gaming and Immersive Commerce - Web3 gaming continues to grow, with blockchain-based games accounting for 30% of unique active wallets in the industry. Brands are increasingly using gaming platforms like Roblox, Fortnite, and Minecraft for engagement. 

Crypto and AI Synergy - Combining blockchain's structured data with AI is enabling advancements in automation and optimization, including CRM workflows and software development. 

Memecoin and Community Economies Memecoins saw a market cap surge to $120 billion, reflecting the potential of grassroots token-driven communities. Solana developers could explore tools for launching and managing community tokens or DAOs to tap into this momentum.

Corporate Adoption - Over 50% of top global brands have entered Web3, experimenting with loyalty programs, tokenized rewards, and immersive experiences. 

Mitigating UX Friction - Simplifying onboarding and reducing technical barriers is critical for Web3 adoption. Solana developers can focus on improving wallet integrations, seamless token usage, and scalable infrastructure to attract and retain users.

For Solana developers, this report underscores the growing demand for innovative, scalable solutions across diverse Web3 applications. Understanding these trends can help align projects with market needs and emerging opportunities.

State of Web3 Adoption Report 2025

🥪 Solana MEV Report

The Solana MEV Report from Helius dives deep into the evolving dynamics of MEV on Solana, its unique characteristics, historical milestones, forms, and mitigation strategies.

MEV on Solana has evolved through key events such as the introduction of priority fees, the rise of Jito's validator client, memecoin trading surges, and private mempool controversies. 

MEV practices range from liquidations and arbitrage to harmful sandwich attacks and have drawn criticism due to their negative impact on user experience.

Mitigation efforts focus on reducing harmful MEV while balancing network efficiency. 

Techniques include sandwich-resistant AMMs, dynamic slippage optimization, RFQ systems, and experimental solutions like Paladin and multiple concurrent leaders. These mechanisms protect users without compromising decentralization. 

Solana’s approach to MEV demonstrates adaptability, with opportunities for developers to contribute to solutions that ensure the network's long-term growth. 

Read the full report for more detailed insights, case studies, and mitigation strategies.

Solana MEV Report: Trends, Insights, and Challenges

⚡ Quick Hits

The Full Lifecycle of a Solana transaction - @ShivanshuMadan

How to Hire a Killer Crypto BD (Business Development) Person - @CraigBurel

How Jito Works: A Deep Dive - Eclipse

Founder Led Marketing 101: How to actually market a Web3 startup - Building Web3

Announcing the Solana AI Hackathon by SendAI Results - @sendaifun

Announcing the first-ever Solana Global Creator Competition - @tusharsinhaji

No Emoji, No Brand: Why Semiotics Matters in Building Identity - @DariaStrategy

Anza Ramps Up Frankendancer, Agave Testing - One Step Closer to Firedancer? - SolanaFloor

Intersection of AI Agents & the Crypto Ecosystem - @FTDA_US

⚙️ Tools & Resources

mucho CLI simplifies Solana development by installing and managing tools, cloning accounts, running local validators, and streamlining builds, deployments, and troubleshooting.

paladin-solana is an open source fork of the Jito validator that increases validator profits while also protecting from sandwich attacks.

solana_compute_usage_cost is a macro to calculate and log the consumed compute units for a specific block of code in a Solana program.

solana-github-actions is a GitHub workflow that can automatically verify programs without needing any extra config.

spyglass-solana is a prototype that analyzes Solana programs by extracting and parsing Rust functions from their source code.

💸 Funding

  • MoonPay has acquired Helio, a Solana-based blockchain payment processor, in a $175 million deal to enhance its crypto payment infrastructure.
  • Starpower, a DePIN startup that is building a decentralized network of energy sources, has raised $2.5 million in a funding round led by Framework Ventures, with additional support from Solana Ventures and Bitscale Capital.
  • Solayer has acquired Fuzzland, the creators of Ityfuzz, a cutting-edge hybrid fuzzer used by leading Web3 security firms. The acquisition aims to accelerate Solayer's efforts in SVM scaling by focusing on hardware-accelerated SVM chains.

👩‍🔧 Get Hired

📅 Event Calendar

Superteam Poland Launch Party, Warszawa, Województwo mazowieckie, Jan 23
Solana Superteam Poland has launched and is celebrating with a launch party in Warsaw, open to everyone interested in Solana and Web3. The event aims to introduce the team, network, and connect over food and drinks.

Solana Developer Bootcamp (NYC Edition), New York, New York, Jan 29
The Solana Developer Bootcamp is a two-day beginner-level crash course on Solana development, covering foundational topics like accounts, programs, and transactions, and on-chain program development with Rust basics, Anchor framework concepts, and practical examples like counter and vault programs.

Solana APEX - Budapest, Budapest, June 21
Solana APEX is a one-day event designed for founders to explore the Solana ecosystem through talks, panels, and workshops led by industry leaders. Attendees can showcase their products, connect with investors, test ideas for product-market fit, and network with other Solana teams.

🎧 Listen to This

Lightspeed

Ryan Watkins joins Lightspeed to discuss the bull case for Solana in 2025, how Ryan's Solana thesis has developed over time, the rise of AI agents, the state of applications in crypto, and what to expect in 2025

The Bull Case For Solana In 2025 | Ryan Watkins

Bonus Episodes

Behind DSCVR: Building a Decentralized Social Network for the Web3 Era w/ Rick Porter, CEO - Solfate

Rick Porter, CEO and co-founder of DSCVR, discusses the evolution of his platform, a Web3 social network aimed at unlocking monetization, distribution, and ownership for users. He shares his transition from previous projects to DSCVR, the infrastructure and cost efficiency of data analytics on Solana vs Ethereum, the value of blockchain in social media, and the importance of transparency and accessibility for creators.

SendAI, Solana AI Hackathon, Agent Kit & More | Ft.Yash Agarwal - Buildify

This podcast explores the Send Ecosystem, highlighting its key components such as the $SEND community token, SendAI, Send Arcade, and Ideas.fun. The discussion covers the Solana AI Hackathon, Solana Agent Kit, and the challenges and strategies surrounding token launches.

Moonwalk Releases Their App - Solana Weekly

This episode covers the launch of the Moonwalk fitness app, built on Solana, with Caitlin from the Moonwalk team sharing the features and development plans for the new iOS application and upcoming Android release.

Social Media Secrets: How to Build Your Presence - Web3 with a16z

In this episode Gauthier Le Meur (cofounder of Alongside) and and Ish Verduzco (a16z crypto Social Lead) discuss balancing authenticity with algorithm strategies, turning personal interests into viral content, and actionable advice to attract attention and grow a following in the Web3 space.

Magic Eden’s Vision: On-Chain Trading, $ME Token, and the Next Airdrop | Zhuoxun Yin, Co-Founder - The Defiant

Zhouxun Yin, the Co-Founder of Magic Eden, joins The Defiant Podcast to discuss the evolution of one of the largest NFT marketplaces, the story behind Magic Eden’s decision to focus on Solana early on and the future of NFTs.

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