TRON blockchain surpasses 400 million accounts and dominates USDT settlement

The TRON blockchain has reached a significant milestone, surpassing 400 million total accounts as of August 23, 2026. This growth follows a period of rapid expansion, with the last 100 million accounts added in approximately 16 months. The network has processed over 15.2 billion transactions, with a total transfer volume nearing $30 trillion.

TRON has emerged as a dominant force in the stablecoin market, particularly for USDT. The network now settles 51.4% of all circulating USDT, surpassing Ethereum's USDT holdings. TRON's stablecoin supply reached approximately $89.2 billion in Q2 2026, representing 28.7% of the total global stablecoin market cap.

In terms of network development, TRON DAO has scheduled an on-chain governance vote for August 25 to approve a TVM upgrade. This update aims to enhance compatibility, security, and developer functionality. Additionally, KiiChain has announced the integration of the TRON network to expand its 24/7 on-chain foreign exchange and stablecoin payment capabilities. Meanwhile, the marketplace TronBid has expanded its platform to allow users to rent TRON Energy and Bandwidth to manage transaction costs.