In the physical realm, it appears that Solana has emulated conventional commerce by opening a high-end, authentic bricks-and-mortar shopping location in upscale New York.
The new facility, which is supported by the Solana Foundation and run by the SolanaSpaces project, will be largely focused on introducing people to the Solana way of life. It will help to inform newcomers about the inner workings of the energy-efficient chain while also providing Solana-based statistics and a variety of fashionable goods.
Those who enter will find a variety of Solana-based curios inside its slick transparent doors, including a spectacular gallery area showcasing some of Solana's finest NFTs and a series of tutorial pods to instruct the masses in some of its top Dapps.
For instance, configuring a Phantom wallet, navigating the STEPN ecosystem, and exchanging NFTs in Magic Eden, with a variety of Solana apparel and accessories to cap off the entire experience. All will be buyable using cryptocurrency through the Solanapay platform.
The store is located in the Hudson Yards section of Manhattan's "The Shops" shopping center. So, spread the word about the Solana blockchain and pick up a pair of socks with the Solana monogram while you're at it!
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