Stellar

Stellar is an open network that allows money to be moved and stored. When it was released in July 2014, one of its goals was boosting financial inclusion by reaching the world’s unbanked — but soon afterwards, its priorities shifted to helping financial firms connect with one another through blockchain technology. The network’s native token, lumens, serves as a bridge that makes it less expensive to trade assets across borders. All of this aims to challenge existing payment providers, who often charge high fees for a similar service.

The Stellar project was launched in 2014 by Ripple co-founder Jed McCaleb and his partner Joyce Kim. McCaleb left Ripple in 2013 due to disagreements about the project’s vision with fellow co-founders.

Stellar is an open network that allows money to be moved and stored. When it was released in July 2014, one of its goals was boosting financial inclusion by reaching the world’s unbanked—but its priorities shifted to helping financial firms connect with one another through blockchain technology. 

The network's native token, lumens, serves as a bridge that makes it less expensive to trade assets across borders. All of this aims to challenge existing payment providers, who often charge high fees for a similar service.

There are about 50 billion lumens in existence. No more lumens will be created. There are currently about 20 billion lumens circulating in the open market

The Stellar Development Foundation, which is a non-profit organization that supports adoption of the Stellar Lumens payment network, was created in collaboration with Stripe CEO Patrick Collison. Stripe received 2 billion lumens in return for a $3 million seed investment. 

Societe Generale-FORGE expands its multichain strategy by launching the EUR-backed EUR Coinvertible stablecoin on the Stellar blockchain to enhance retail and business accessibility. Societe Generale-FORGE announced the deployment of its Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) compliant stablecoin, EUR Coinvertible, on the Stellar network as of March 10, 2026.

Societe Generale-FORGE Deploys MiCA-Compliant EUR Coinvertible Stablecoin on Stellar

Near Protocol (NEAR), up 3.6% from Monday, was also a top performer.

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Stellar (XLM) Gains 5.1%, Leading Index Higher

Litecoin (LTC), down 2.8% since yesterday, joined Stellar (XLM) as an underperformer.

CoinDesk 20 performance update: Stellar (XLM) drops 3.5% as nearly all assets decline

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Chainlink

CME Group has expanded its crypto portfolio offerings to include the largest altcoins to help investors with risk management.

CME says it captures over 75% of the crypto market cap with recent introduction of Cardano, Chainlink and Stellar futures

The new futures contracts, available in micro and standard sizes, are set to launch on Feb. 9, pending regulatory approval.

CME Group to offer cardano, chainlink, stellar futures as institutions seek regulated risk-management tools

On Thursday, CME Group said it plans to expand its regulated cryptocurrency derivatives lineup with futures tied to cardano, chainlink, and stellar, targeting a Feb. 9 launch pending regulatory review.

CME Group Moves Deeper Into Crypto Futures With ADA, LINK, and XLM Contracts

CME Group plans to launch Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar futures on February 9, pending approval.

Chainlink, Cardano and Stellar Futures Begin Trading on CME Next Month

CME is positioning crypto futures as a testing ground for broader changes like smaller contract sizes and, eventually, continuous trading.

CME adds Cardano, Chainlink and Stellar to growing crypto derivatives lineup

Backed by U.S. Treasuries, USDM1 marks a new model for digital public finance and universal basic income in underserved regions.

Marshall Islands launches world's first blockchain-based UBI on Stellar blockchain

Trading volume surged 19% above weekly averages as XLM consolidated around critical $0.25 support level.

Stellar Edges Higher to $0.251 Despite Altcoin Market Apathy

Trading activity jumps 37% above weekly average despite modest price gains.

Stellar Climbs 2% as Volume Spikes Signal Institutional Interest

Major banking institution selects XLM network for programmable digital currency pilot program.

XLM Edges Higher 2.6% to $0.25 as U.S. Bank Tests Stablecoin Pilot

U.S. Bank tests custom stablecoin development on Stellar blockchain, highlighting innovative approaches to programmable digital banking infrastructure. U.S. Bank is conducting a strategic exploration of stablecoin technology using the Stellar network, partnering with PwC and the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF). The initiative focuses on leveraging Stellar's robust blockchain infrastructure, which offers 99.

U.S. Bank Explores Stablecoin Issuance on Stellar Network

U.S. Bank joins the growing list of traditional banking institutions working on stablecoins, testing its own on the Stellar blockchain.

US Bank Is Testing a Stablecoin on Stellar Network

The bank's push into stablecoins puts it among many other traditional financial institutions, like Bank of America and Citi.

America's fifth-largest bank US Bancorp tests stablecoin on Stellar

XLM jumped 2.32% to $0.2476, breaking $0.2460 resistance on elevated volume.

Stellar Rallies 2.3% Breaking Key Resistance on Volume Surge

U.S. Bank starts testing the issuance of bank-grade stablecoins using the Stellar blockchain network.

U.S Bank Tests Custom Stablecoin Issuance on Stellar Network

Stellar's XLM notched solid gains Tuesday, rising 3.53% to $0.2508 and outperforming the broader crypto market by more than a percentage point. Trading activity picked up meaningfully, with volumes running 23% above weekly norms — a sign traders were positioning for a potential breakout even in the absence of major fundamental catalysts.

Stellar Climbs 3.5% to $0.25 as Technical Recovery Gains Momentum

XLM fell from $0.2491 to $0.2451 with clear bearish momentum confirmed. Trading volume jumped 78% above average during critical support breakdown

Stella's XLM Token Breaks Key $0.25 Support as Altcoins Suffer Continued Drawdown

Stellar (XLM) slipped 3.2% on Tuesday, falling from $0.2577 to $0.2495 as altcoins broadly consolidated and momentum cooled. The token briefly tapped resistance at $0.2558 on unusually heavy volume—87% above its 24-hour average—before sellers regained control.

XLM Slips 3.2% to $0.25 as Altcoin Purge Continues

Stellar's price weakened on Nov. 17, slipping 1.2% over 24 hours as volatility and volume surged. XLM fell from $0.2580 to $0.2548 while carving out a choppy consolidation range of 3.3%.

Stellar Slips as Key Support Breaks, Signaling Mounting Bearish Momentum

Stellar faced selling pressure during Tuesday's session with XLM sliding from $0.2846 to $0.2812 as institutional distribution emerged at elevated levels. The token carved out a $0.0189 range, representing 6.7% volatility that signaled heightened trader uncertainty around current price levels.

Stellar Tumbles Below Key $0.285 Support as Bears Take Over

Stellar's performance was muted in Tuesday's session ending Nov. 12 at 14:00 UTC, with XLM easing from $0.2949 to $0.2944 as traders settled into a tight consolidation range.

Stellar's XLM Trades in Tight Range as Traders Exhibit Uncertainty

Nasdaq-listed solar energy storage firm Turbo Energy tapped Taurus' institutional tokenization platform and Stellar for a blockchain pilot.

Taurus, Stellar tapped for tokenized clean energy financing pilot in Spain

Solar energy storage firm Turbo Energy is turning to blockchain to finance clean energy projects, using the Stellar (XLM) network, the firm said on Tuesday.

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