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Stellar launched pilot first-of-its-kind blockchain payment solution for digital cash distribution on Dec 15th 22'.
“UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF), the non-profit that supports the growth and development of the Stellar blockchain network, announced today the launch of a pilot first-of-its-kind blockchain payment solution for digital cash distribution to internally displaced persons (IDPs) and other war-affected people in Ukraine.”
Dec 16, 2022 | ukrinform.netStellar launches Stellar Aid Assist
the Stellar Development Foundation is rolling out a new tool called Stellar Aid Assist, which enables humanitarian aid organizations to deliver urgently-needed cash assistance quickly, affordably, and transparently.
Dec 14, 2022 | stellar.orgStellar received financing of $20M in Series B funding on Dec 1st 22'.
Stellar, formerly known as IFM Restoration, landed a new $20 million investment that brings its total venture capital to $35 million, the company announced Thursday.
Dec 1, 2022 | dallasnews.comBrick & Mortar invests into Stellar in $20M Series B growth equity financing
Dallas-based proptech startup Stellar announced $20 million in Series B growth equity financing in a round led by new investor Weatherford Capital and supported by existing investors Brick & Mortar Ventures, S3 Ventures, Alerion Ventures, and Navigate Ventures.
Dec 1, 2022 | dallasinnovates.comSmartlands Ltd. integrates with Stellar
Smartlands, worldwide platform to tokenize agriassets, has announced that it will be integrating with Stellar, an open source blockchain network, to support its cryptocurrency platform for agricultural projects.
Nov 30, 2022 | newsbtc.comMerkle Science partnered with Stellar on Nov 16th 22'.
On Wednesday, November 16, the predictive Web3 risk and intelligence platform Merkle Science announced its strategic partnership with the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF).
Nov 17, 2022 | crypto-news-flash.comStellar launches Coinqvest
Stellar Lumens expands its network by launching Coinqvest, the transfer service that will accommodate Bitcoin (BTC).
Oct 28, 2022 | analyticsinsight.netStellar invested into Wave in $5M on Nov 12th 22'.
XLM is not rallying despite the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) announcing a $5 million Enterprise Fund investment in Wave, an African mobile money app that endeavors to make Africa the first cashless continent.
Oct 25, 2022 | coinjournal.netStellar launches Coinqvest as the Tier-1 SEP-6 transfer service for Bitcoin
The Stellar Lumens network has introduced Coinqvest as the Tier-1 SEP-6 transfer service for Bitcoin (BTC) and Litecoin (LTC).
Oct 19, 2022 | crypto-news-flash.comStellar launched Anchor Platform on Oct 11th 22'.
Today at Stellar's 4th annual Meridian conference, the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF), the non-profit that supports the growth and development of the Stellar network, announced the launch of the Anchor Platform, an out-of-the-box solution that makes it easier and faster than ever for businesses to connect to the blockchain.
Oct 11, 2022 | ksn.comStellar launched funding initiative on Oct 11th 22'.
Stellar Development Foundation (SDF), the nonprofit organization supporting the development of the Stellar network, has launched a new funding initiative to encourage developers to build on the Soroban smart contract platform, which officially went live on Futurenet on Oct. 11.
Oct 10, 2022 | cointelegraph.comStellar launched Stellar Bridge Bounty Program on Oct 10th 22'.
In the urgency of bringing the future of Web3 and DeFi closer to the financial rails of the present, Stellar launched the Stellar Bridge Bounty Program, which endeavors to transform these challenges into changes.
Oct 9, 2022 | stellar.orgStellar launched second preview of Soroban, a new smart contracts platform on Sep 25th 22'.
Last week, Stellar released the second preview of Soroban, a new smart contracts platform designed for scalability and sensibility.
Oct 2, 2022 | ambcrypto.comStellar launches NFT marketplace
In a recent tweet, blockchain-based distributed ledger network, Stellar Lumens, provided highlights regarding the launch of its NFT marketplace, Fun&Games NFT club.
Sep 27, 2022 | crypto-news-flash.comTildamail integrates with Stellar
Tildamail, a decentralised email and storage platform, has integrated with the Stellar Lumens network.
Sep 23, 2022 | capital.comStellar invests into Stax Inc. in $500K
The Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) has invested $500,000 in Stax, a universal money app developed by Hover Developer Services, Inc via its Matching Fund.
Sep 16, 2022 | benjamindada.comStellar is developing Soroban platform
Stellar Lumen is still working on its Soroban platform – a new smart contract platform designed for scalability and sensibility.
Sep 14, 2022 | crypto-news-flash.comStellar launched case study on Fonbnk on Aug 25th 22'.
Earlier this month, the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) published a case study on Fonbnk as part of its Built on Stellar series.
Aug 24, 2022 | africancrypto.comStellar Development Foundation signs new client Seneca Park Zoological Society
The Society chose Stellar Lumens as their preferred cryptocurrency for donations because of it having the “lowest carbon emissions footprint among cryptocurrencies,” according to the zoo’s website.
Jan 1, 2022 | fingerlakes1.comTribal partnered with Stellar on Dec 1st 21'.
In December 2021, Tribal partnered with Latin American crypto exchange Bitso and the Stellar Development Foundation to create a new enterprise cross-border payment service that utilizes Stellar’s USD stablecoin.
Jan 1, 2022 | cointelegraph.comStellar invested into Partners for Growth in $20M on Jan 28th 22'.
Last month, the company announced it had raised raised $40 million in a debt round, which included $20 million USDC from the Stellar Development Foundation and $20 million from venture debt funding firm Partners for Growth.
Jan 1, 2022 | pymnts.comStellar launches type of Stellar account – Muxed account
Stellar Development Foundation has introduced new type of Stellar account – Muxed account where one address is mapped to multiple users.
Jan 1, 2022 | stellarupdate.comStellar partnered with Techstars Ventures on Mar 11th 22'.
The Stellar Development Foundation and MoneyGram International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGI) today announced a new partnership with Techstars, a global investment business that provides access to capital, one-on-one mentorship, and customized programming for entrepreneurs.
Jan 1, 2022 | finextra.comStellar launched Beta program in the city on Mar 14th 22'.
Stellar is based in Austin, Texas, and launched its Beta program in the city on March 14th.
Jan 1, 2022 | startupsavant.comStellar launches USD 30m Matching Fund
The Stellar Development Foundation (SDF), a non-profit organization that supports the development and growth of Stellar (XLM), announced the launch of the USD 30m Matching Fund which co-invests alongside investors globally, matching investments raised from a lead investor up to USD 500,000.
Jan 1, 2022 | cryptonews.comStellar launches Starbridge
Stellar announced the launch of Starbridge, a project that allows users to transfer assets between XLM and the Ethereum network.
Jan 1, 2022 | fxstreet.comStellar partners with Techstars
Valentin enjoys analysing money transfer companies and… Read more MoneyGram and the Stellar Development Foundation will partner with Techstars to run a startup accelerator.
Jan 1, 2022 | fxcompared.comStellar launches The Future of Money: Cryptocurrency Adoption report
At the beginning of 2021, Wirex and the Stellar Development Foundation worked together to release their first report, The Future of Money: Cryptocurrency Adoption in 2021, looking at crypto user spending habits, attitudes towards crypto and use of the alternative currency.
Jan 1, 2022 | wirexapp.comStellar hires Adam Minehardt as head of government relations
Crypto group Stellar Development Foundation hired Adam Minehardt as head of government relations.
Jan 1, 2022 | thehill.comMercadobitcoin partnered with Stellar on May 24th 22'.
Brazilian exchange Mercado Bitcoin announced its partnership with the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) on Tuesday.
Jan 1, 2022 | cointelegraph.comStellar is developing minimum viable product on Jan 1st 22'.
Mercado Bitcoin and Stellar are joining forces to develop a minimum viable product as part of the Brazil’s efforts to launch a CBDC in 2022.
Jan 1, 2022 | cryptopotato.comStellar partners with Clear
Stellar will work with Mercado Bitcoin, CPQD, and ClearSale as a part of the LIFT Challenge consortium.
Jan 1, 2022 | fxempire.comStellar launched Stellar Partnership Grant Program on Jan 1st 17'.
In 2017, the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) launched the Stellar Partnership Grant Program, which provides funding to projects that build on the Stellar network.
Jan 1, 2022 | analyticsinsight.netNium Pte Ltd. partners with Stellar
Money-transfer service Nium said it is working with the Stellar Development Foundation, sponsor of the Stellar blockchain, to enable businesses to initiate fiat payouts in 190 countries on Stellar.
Jan 1, 2022 | digitaltransactions.netStellar launched Soroban on Jul 2nd 22'.
The Stellar Development Foundation recently released the preview for its upcoming smart contracts platform, Soroban.
Jan 1, 2022 | coin-miners.infoStellar launches project that enables fintechs to engage in financial transactions
Stellar, in partnership with IBM, launched a project that enables fintechs to engage in financial transactions using assets such as stablecoins.
Jan 1, 2022 | ambcrypto.comStellar invested into Airtm Inc in $15M on May 16th 21'.
The Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) has made a $15 million investment in AirTM, a digital wallet and peer-to-peer exchange platform based in Mexico.
Jan 1, 2021 | coindesk.comStellar partnered with Circle International Bermuda Limited. on Oct 1st 20'.
Stellar first reported announced with Circle back in October 2020.
Jan 1, 2021 | ihodl.comMeasurable Foundation Ltd. partnered with Stellar on Jan 1st 21'.
In January 2021, the MDT first partnered with the SDF to develop a digital asset and infrastructure strategy for a central bank digital currency.
Jan 1, 2021 | cryptobreaking.comStellar launches call for applicants for a Blockchain Bootcamp
DFS Lab in collaboration with the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) has launched a call for applicants for a Blockchain Bootcamp, designed to give early to mid-stage startups in Africa an opportunity to build on Stellar, an open-source blockchain network for financial services and products.
Jan 1, 2021 | disrupt-africa.comStellar launches strategic roadmap for 2022
In case you missed it, Stellar launched its strategic roadmap for 2022.
Jan 1, 2021 | stellar.orgStellar launches 0.95 version of Vibrant app
Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) has rolled out 0.95 version of Vibrant app that has new features and fixes bugs.
Jan 1, 2021 | stellarupdate.comStellar launches type of Stellar account – Muxed account
Stellar Development Foundation has introduced new type of Stellar account – Muxed account where one address is mapped to multiple users.
Jan 1, 2021 | stellarupdate.comStellar invested into Cowrie Integrated Systems in $750K on Mar 16th 21'.
Today, the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) announced a $750K USD Enterprise Fund investment in Cowrie Integrated Systems, a fintech startup headquartered in London, United Kingdom, and office in Lagos, Nigeria.
Jan 1, 2021 | stellar.orgStellar is developing Stellar use cases
Stellar is still doubling down on growth in meaningful ways as Stellar seek to support the robustness and usability of Stellar, help Stellar be the blockchain people know and trust, and foster and develop sustainable Stellar use cases for cross-border payments and securitized assets.
Jan 1, 2021 | stellar.orgSIMBA Chain, Inc. partners with Stellar
SIMBA Chain is excited to announce a new webinar with Stellar.
Jan 1, 2020 | simbachain.comStellar hired Lin-Hua Wu as board of directors on Apr 1st 20'.
The Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) announced today that it has appointed Lin-Hua Wu, Chief Communications Officer at Dropbox, and Ronaldo Lemos, Professor of International and Public Affairs and Partner at PNM Advogados, to its board of directors effective April 2020.
Jan 1, 2020 | stellar.orgStellar partnered with Blockchain.com group on Nov 13th 18'.
Last week, Stellar Development Foundation, the nonprofit organization responsible for Stellar Lumens announced a partnership with popular cryptocurrency wallet provider Blockchain.
Jan 1, 2018 | smartereum.comCardano Ecosystem identified as competitor of Stellar
Cardano, which is currently the 7th most popular cryptocurrency, continues to compete with the likes of Neo and Stellar – both of which are almost equivalent in terms of market cap.
Jan 1, 2018 | cryptocrimson.comSettle Network partnered with Stellar on Oct 23rd 20'.
In other news, Settle Network recently launched two stablecoins, ARST and BRSL, in Argentina and Brazil, respectively, in partnership with Stellar.
Jan 1, 2017 | ambcrypto.com