Solana Decentralization Report — August 2026

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Summary

This month's Solana Decentralization Report covers 1 key metrics across validator concentration, geographic and client diversity, and stake movement trends for August 2026. Read on for the full breakdown, chart by chart.

Stake Inflow, Outflow & Churn Rate by Epoch

Epoch-level stake flows offer a direct read on delegator behavior and validator competition. Over the period, epoch 1010 saw the strongest inflow at 7.0M SOL, while epoch 1020 recorded the largest outflow at -3.7M SOL. Churn rate, measured as stake movement relative to total network stake, ranged from 0.40% to 2.35%, trending upward and pointing to growing stake mobility. On average, 0.84% of total network stake moved per epoch, corresponding to 69.4M SOL of cumulative flow.

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Disclaimer

This report is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment, legal, or tax advice. Staking involves risk, including the risk of loss and slashing. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Please do your own research and consult a professional advisor before making financial decisions.