We are thrilled to share what might just be our most impressive Meridian program to date. You can look forward to two full days of engaging discussions uniting top leaders from the crypto industry, traditional finance, and beyond. Please explore the complete lineup below.
The landscape of tokenization is actively shifting away from basic issuance and toward practical utility. To support this transition, Stellar equips institutions with the exact oversight capabilities they require to generate onchain assets. Additionally, the platform supplies the foundational framework necessary to activate these assets within a rapidly expanding financial network. If you would like to explore this topic further, listen to the latest insights shared by @DenelleDixon over at @DefiantNews.
Although certain networks operate primarily on anonymity, the core foundation of Stellar is trust. Thanks to the Proof-of-Agreement model, individuals cannot secure a role as a validator simply by holding financial assets. Instead, they are required to actively earn their position by gaining the confidence of fellow participants across the system.
The foundational work is fully established, and we are now ready to significantly increase our momentum. We look forward to gathering in Lisbon exactly one month from today, where we will drive our collective progress forward as a unified group.
We welcome those who are advancing the future of finance to join us in Lisbon ✈️. Meridian is where the foundational infrastructure, the expansive ecosystem, and the entire industry converge, united by the principle that they are Made to Move.
The Stellar Lounge is officially making its way to Seoul! For anyone planning to attend @kbwofficial, we warmly invite you to take a break and join us for an assortment of food and beverages. The gathering will take place at the 121 Fiat Cafe on September 30th, and you are welcome to drop in anytime between 11am and 4pm. Please visit the link below for more details: https://luma.com/StellarLoungeKorea
Prepare to explore the next era of global finance at Meridian 2026. Hosted in Lisbon, Portugal, on October 28 and 29, this gathering provides two full days dedicated to building valuable relationships, uncovering fresh opportunities, and exchanging knowledge that will drive the financial industry forward. Make plans to attend by visiting the link below.
Have you ever wondered how privacy actually operates within a blockchain environment? Achieving confidentiality is one highly effective method. Under this model, the participating wallet addresses are kept public, yet the specific transaction amounts and account balances are completely concealed. This setup delivers the precise level of discretion that everyday users and traditional banks demand, all without sacrificing the inherent security and streamlined efficiency of blockchain technology. For a comprehensive breakdown of this concept, be sure to read the explanation provided by @boyanxyz of @OpenZeppelin.
Have you ever considered how privacy operates within a blockchain environment? Focusing on confidentiality provides a highly effective solution. Under this specific model, wallet addresses are kept completely public, yet the actual account balances and transaction amounts are entirely concealed. This strategy successfully merges the strict privacy standards required by traditional banks and everyday consumers with the trusted security and fast performance of blockchain networks. To help us understand this concept in greater detail, @boyanxyz from the team at @OpenZeppelin shares an excellent explanation.
The tokenization journey for @FTDA_US began exactly seven years ago. By leveraging the power of open-source technology, Franklin Templeton was able to successfully initiate its onchain development directly on Stellar. Now, seven years later, that very same principle of openness continues to act as the core bedrock of the Stellar network, serving as a powerful springboard for the future.
Reliability is an absolute requirement for any organization making the move onchain. Fortunately, that essential stability is built right into the very foundation of the Stellar network. Discover what @DenelleDixon has to share regarding the integration with @BVNKFinance.
Through a newly completed integration, Stellar is now officially available on @BVNKFinance. This connection provides enterprise customers with direct access to a blockchain uniquely engineered for executing high-volume, sub-penny digital asset transfers. Because the network was built fundamentally to facilitate global value movement, it serves as an ideal foundation for managing key financial operations, including remittances, cross-border payments, and treasury management.
We are delighted to announce that a fresh group of speakers has just been confirmed for the Meridian 2026 event. Our updated schedule will now feature Doni Shamsuddin with @melloninvests, Elizabeth Yenko representing @NYLIManagement, and Eli Cohen from @centrifuge. Additionally, we are pleased to welcome Andrew Scott of @Marketnode alongside Ranjit Gill from Kenanga Investors Berhad to the lineup. We eagerly look forward to connecting with everyone in Lisbon.
Using stablecoins provides a noticeably quicker and more affordable solution for processing international transactions when compared to the traditional reliance on correspondent banks for regulatory compliance and currency exchanges. This insight comes from @AmerBanker during their recent coverage of the stablecoin pilot that @usbank is currently testing on the Stellar network. You can explore the complete details of this development at the following link:
Operating entirely on the Stellar network, the new MoneyGram card has officially launched. This exciting release is a joint collaboration brought to you by @MoneyGram, @raincards, and @crossmint.
Adopting blockchain technology is meant to streamline business workflows rather than add unnecessary complexity. A great example of this principle in action is the stablecoin pilot launched by @usbank on the Stellar network. This project makes it possible to successfully move value onchain, all while staying seamlessly connected to the fundamental compliance, risk, finance, and operations infrastructure of the institution.
Instead of adding complexity, blockchain technology is designed to make business processes much more efficient. A great example of this principle in action is the stablecoin pilot launched by @usbank on the Stellar network. This initiative successfully allows value to be transferred seamlessly onchain. Most importantly, it accomplishes this new capability while staying fully connected to the core finance, risk, compliance, and operations infrastructure of the bank.
A remarkable milestone at the intersection of traditional finance and modern innovation was reached today on the Stellar network. The team at @usbank shared the exciting news of a highly successful live pilot for USBDC. Serving as the exclusive USD-backed stablecoin for the institution, USBDC is currently blazing a trail as one of the earliest bank-issued stablecoins to ever be deployed across a public blockchain.
Whatever your ultimate destination may be, we provide the exact route to help you reach it. Discover what Meridian 2026 has in store for you below, whether you are an investor, a builder, an institutional leader, or a policymaker.