Nanosecond-Level Transaction Timestamps on Solana
We capture nanosecond-resolution timestamps the instant transactions arrive at our Amsterdam shred receiver. This unlocks sub-block timing analysis for MEV research, cross-exchange studies, and latency fine-tuning.
The Challenge
Solana blocks reveal transaction sequence (tx_idx), but lack precise arrival timestamps. While blocks are produced roughly every 400ms, trading decisions unfold in milliseconds. Without granular timing, comparing Solana execution against Binance or HyperLiquid becomes impossible, and true propagation delays remain hidden.
Our Approach
We capture nanosecond-resolution timestamps the instant transactions arrive at our Amsterdam shred receiver. This unlocks sub-block timing analysis for MEV research, cross-exchange studies, and latency fine-tuning.
Technical Implementation
Our lock-free system monitors Geyser entry streams from Amsterdam. The primary thread records timestamps with zero contention, ensuring maximum accuracy. A dedicated worker pool manages block correlation and database persistence concurrently. The result: a streamlined, high-performance, and dependable pipeline.
Capabilities
- Database access to all Solana transactions with nanosecond timestamps (Amsterdam reference; adjust for your geographic offset).
- Benchmark on-chain execution against CEX fills.
- Quantify actual network latency.
- Study transaction propagation behavior.
- Develop market microstructure models grounded in real timing data rather than estimates.