Key takeaways:
- Introduction of pNodes: Xandeum’s Provider Nodes (pNodes) offer a decentralized storage layer, integrating seamlessly with Solana’s smart contracts.
- Scalable Storage Solution: The network employs configurable redundancy and erasure coding to ensure secure and efficient data storage.
- Support for Solana Ecosystem: Xandeum’s infrastructure provides new opportunities for developers and node operators within the expanding Solana ecosystem.
pNodes: Improving Solana’s storage infrastructure
Xandeum will launch Provider Nodes (pNodes) on its development network, aiming to address the need for scalable and efficient storage within Solana’s smart contract framework. These pNodes form the foundation of Xandeum’s decentralized storage network, enabling seamless integration with Solana’s architecture. By offering scalable, random-access storage, pNodes support the growing demands of data-intensive decentralized applications (dApps) and invite participants to contribute to the network’s expansion.
pNodes launching March 25th 👇https://t.co/Cb0mQtBL1A pic.twitter.com/xvrBuZi8Xy
— Xandeum (@XandeumNetwork) March 17, 2025
Designed for a diverse range of users, pNodes offer an opportunity to engage with Solana’s evolving ecosystem. The decentralized file system utilizes configurable redundancy levels and erasure coding to maintain data security and availability. Validator nodes (vNodes) running Xandeum-enabled software oversee data distribution and integrity across the network.
To enhance efficiency, Xandeum introduces new storage primitives, such as “peek” and “poke,” facilitating smooth data transfer between Solana accounts and the Xandeum storage layer.
Early-stage rollout and network incentives
The initial rollout of pNodes is part of Xandeum’s “Deep South” era, the first of six innovation phases planned for 2025. This phase includes a limited release of 300 incentivized development network pNodes, with a maximum allocation of three per wallet. Once deployed on the main network, all nodes will operate in a permissionless environment.
As part of this phase, Xandeum will introduce XandMiner, a management tool that allows users to:
- register pNodes,
- generate key pairs,
- and manage file systems efficiently.
These features provide early adopters with a competitive advantage as the decentralized storage ecosystem evolves.
“A low-cost, decentralized scaling solution will drastically expand the global dApp landscape. It can unlock a new revenue stream for pNode operators as well as Solana validators and stakers. The Xandeum solution will have an enormous impact on the growth of the Solana ecosystem.” — Bernie Blume, CEO, Xandeum Labs
Looking ahead: XAND token and beyond
In addition to the pNodes, Xandeum has launched its native XAND token. The token aims to empower the community, enabling stakeholders to participate actively in the project’s development and decision-making processes.
Read more about their XAND Token Launch and Solana Storage-Enabled Staking Solution.
