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Paxos Co-Founder on Stellar, Stablecoins and Access to Yield

Charles Cascarella, CEO and co-founder of Paxos, discusses the company’s expansion into the Stellar network, emphasizing the democratization of dollar access and the potential yield benefits of stablecoins in volatile regions. The introduction of the Paxos family of stablecoins to Stellar aims to blend accessibility with financial stability and global inclusion. Cascarella highlights the impactContinue reading “Paxos Co-Founder on Stellar, Stablecoins and Access to Yield”

Stripe Discusses Regulation and Integrating Stellar for Its Crypto Payouts

Stripe has integrated USDC stablecoin payments and announced integrating Stellar for its crypto payouts product, aiming to facilitate global commerce with stablecoins. Stripe’s re-entry into crypto highlights stablecoins’ potential for seamless global transactions, particularly beneficial in regions like Africa, Latin America, and Asia. John Egan emphasizes clarity in crypto regulation and sees stablecoins as pivotalContinue reading “Stripe Discusses Regulation and Integrating Stellar for Its Crypto Payouts”

Denelle Dixon on Stellar’s Mission, Competing in Blockchain, and Navigating Crypto Regulation

Denelle Dixon, CEO of the Stellar Development Foundation, discusses Stellar’s mission to create equitable access to the global financial system and emphasizes the importance of competition in the blockchain industry to foster continuous innovation. She shares her journey from being a trial lawyer to leading Stellar and talks about the need for engaging with regulatorsContinue reading “Denelle Dixon on Stellar’s Mission, Competing in Blockchain, and Navigating Crypto Regulation”

Hack Meridian First Prize Winner Swifli – Shareable Blockchain Operations via URLs

Swifli is a protocol that simplifies blockchain operations by encoding them into shareable URLs, offering access to DeFi and NFT management on the Stellar network. It supports Stellar-native wallets like Freighter and Passkeys, ensuring accessibility for both seasoned users and beginners. The platform also features a registry for verified links and a fallback option forContinue reading “Hack Meridian First Prize Winner Swifli – Shareable Blockchain Operations via URLs”

Stellar Ecosystem Implements Blockaid Security Features

Blockaid has integrated its Onchain Detection and Response (ODR) technology into the Stellar blockchain, starting with the Lobstr and Freighter wallets. This partnership will enable real-time threat monitoring and response capabilities for these wallets, with more integrations planned. In the first half of 2024, Blockaid plans further collaborations, including a notable integration with Coinbase Wallet.

MoneyGram CEO Alex Holmes on Stellar, USDC, and the Future of Cross-Border Payments

MoneyGram CEO Alex Holmes discusses their partnership with Stellar to enhance cross-border payments using USDC. They aim to provide consumers with a seamless experience in transferring money, leveraging blockchain technology to integrate traditional and crypto payment systems. The goal is to improve efficiency and accessibility, positioning MoneyGram to adapt to the digital finance transformation.

Stellar | Paxos Plans Expansion to Stellar Network in Collaboration With Stellar Development Foundation

Paxos announced its integration with the Stellar network during the Meridian 2024 conference, aiming to enhance institutional adoption of stablecoins. The collaboration is expected to increase the use and utility of digital dollars by providing safe, compliant, and trustworthy tokens. Paxos plans to introduce assets to the Stellar network by late 2024, reinforcing its reputationContinue reading “Stellar | Paxos Plans Expansion to Stellar Network in Collaboration With Stellar Development Foundation”

Stellar | Etherfuse to Join Stellar Network in 2025, CEO David Taylor Announces at the Stellar Meridian Conference in London

Etherfuse, a leader in real-world asset tokenization, announced it will join the Stellar network in 2025. This integration will introduce Etherfuse’s innovative Stablebonds, which provide asset-backed, inflation-resistant financial solutions. The collaboration aims to enhance decentralized finance offerings on the Stellar network.

ClickPesa Debt Fund Launches with Up to 12% APR on Stellar’s Soroban

The ClickPesa Debt Fund has launched, offering global investors up to 12% APR while supporting local businesses. It partners with microfinance institutions to support SMEs and women-owned businesses in Africa. The initiative uses technology from Stellar’s Soroban and Xycloo Labs to enhance its financial impact.