Stellar (XLM)’s Meridian 2025: Innovations in Blockchain Finance Unveiled

The Stellar (XLM) network, renowned for its open-source blockchain solutions in payments and asset tokenization, recently hosted the Meridian 2025 conference in Rio de Janeiro. The event showcased Stellar’s ongoing efforts to revolutionize finance through blockchain technology, drawing over 1,200 attendees, including developers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders.

Innovative Launches at Meridian

Denelle Dixon, CEO of Stellar Development Foundation (SDF), along with Rio’s Vice-Mayor Eduardo Cavaliere, inaugurated the event, emphasizing blockchain’s potential to enhance urban economic transparency. A highlight was the introduction of Meridian Pay, a smart wallet developed in collaboration with Cheesecake Labs, demonstrating Stellar’s capabilities in a unified digital experience.

Meridian Pay enabled participants to engage with the network by collecting NFTs and exploring interactive elements at the conference venue, Copacabana Palace. This initiative not only enhanced the event experience but also illustrated the potential of smart wallets in fostering real-world connections.

Tokenization Developments

In a significant announcement, Mercado Bitcoin, Latin America’s largest digital asset platform, revealed plans to issue $200 million in tokenized fixed income and equity instruments on the Stellar network. This move, as stated by SDF’s Chief Business Development Officer Raja Chakravorti, positions Stellar as a leader in the tokenization of real-world assets, strengthening its blockchain ecosystem.

Furthermore, Centrifuge announced the launch of deRWA on Stellar, starting with DeFi versions of Janus Henderson’s strategies. These initiatives, supported by partners like Aquarius and Soroswap, aim to deliver institutional-grade yields to emerging markets, marking a pivotal expansion in Stellar’s financial offerings.

Privacy and New Financial Products

SDF’s Chief Product Officer Tomer Weller outlined a comprehensive privacy roadmap, highlighting the importance of privacy as blockchain adoption grows among traditional financial institutions. Stellar’s strategy includes supporting research, investing in privacy infrastructure, and developing open-source solutions.

Ondo Finance further expanded Stellar’s offerings by launching its yieldcoin, USDY, providing global users access to yield-bearing assets linked to tokenized U.S. Treasuries, enhancing Stellar’s appeal in the decentralized finance sector.

MoneyGram’s New App and Future Prospects

Anthony Soohoo, CEO of MoneyGram, introduced their next-generation app, designed for seamless integration with both fiat currencies and stablecoins. Built on the Stellar network, this app aims to offer a faster and more secure financial experience for users worldwide.

The event concluded with a Stellar Development Foundation Town Hall, where executives discussed future growth and developments, followed by a PayPal-hosted cocktail reception, setting the stage for continued innovation on the second day of Meridian 2025.

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