Velvet Integrates 0slot to Power MEV-Optimized Trading on Solana
Faster execution, smarter routing, and priority inclusion for Solana traders using Velvet
Velvet is excited to announce a new integration with 0slot, bringing MEV-aware execution to Solana trades routed through Velvet.
This integration is a major step forward in our mission to deliver institution-grade execution on-chain, especially in high-volatility environments where speed, priority, and fill quality matter most.
What Is MEV on Solana?
MEV, or Maximal Extractable Value, refers to the additional value that can be captured by controlling transaction ordering, inclusion, or timing within a block.
On Solana, MEV looks different from Ethereum, but it still exists and matters.
Because Solana uses:
A high-throughput, low-latency runtime
Leader-based block production
Priority fees and validator incentives
MEV on Solana typically shows up as:
Priority fee wars during congestion
Latency races between bots and traders
Missed or delayed transactions when blocks fill quickly
Worse execution prices if a trade lands later than intended
In fast-moving markets, even small delays can mean the difference between a clean fill and a failed or unfavorable trade.
Why MEV Is a Problem for Traders
When markets are active (new launches, memes, volatility spikes):
Validators only include a limited set of transactions per block
Transactions compete using priority fees and tips
Faster paths to validators often win
Without MEV-aware routing, trades may:
Never land
Land several slots later
Execute after price has already moved
This disproportionately affects:
Larger trades
Time-sensitive strategies
Automated bots
Power users during peak congestion
How 0slot Helps with MEV on Solana
0slot provides infrastructure designed specifically to improve transaction inclusion and execution quality on Solana.
Instead of relying solely on the public transaction pipeline, 0slot enables:
More direct paths to validators
Optimized handling of priority fees and incentives
Reduced latency between trade submission and block inclusion
The result is higher landing probability and better pricing, especially when competition for block space is high.
How Velvet Uses 0slot
Velvet’s trading stack is built around intent-based execution.
Users only specify:
The token they want to sell
The token they want to buy
From there, Velvet handles everything else.
With 0slot integrated on Solana, Velvet can now:
Route eligible trades through MEV-optimized paths
Dynamically manage priority fees and validator incentives
Improve success rates for time-sensitive swaps
Reduce failed or delayed transactions during congestion
All of this happens automatically, with no additional setup required by the user.
What This Means for Velvet Users
For traders using Velvet on Solana, this integration delivers:
Faster transaction inclusion
Higher success rates during peak activity
More consistent execution for larger orders
Better performance for bots and advanced strategies
Whether you’re trading manually or running automated systems, execution reliability just improved.
Benefits for Developers and Integrators
Velvet’s Trading API already powers trading inside wallets, apps, and bots.
With MEV-aware execution via 0slot on Solana:
Integrators get optimized execution by default
No need to manage priority fee logic or validator relationships
One unified API for routing, pricing, and execution
Developers focus on product and UX. Velvet handles execution complexity.
Part of a Bigger Execution Vision
This integration is part of Velvet’s broader roadmap:
Chain-specific execution optimizations
Deep liquidity and routing intelligence
MEV-aware infrastructure where it matters
A unified intent-based trading layer across ecosystems
Solana is just one piece of that puzzle.
Want to Integrate Velvet Trading?
If you’re building on Solana and want to:
Offer fast, reliable on-chain trading
Abstract away MEV, routing, and execution complexity
Deliver best-in-class swap performance to your users
Reach out to the Velvet team.
Velvet’s APIs can be deployed quickly to bring professional-grade execution directly into your product.