# Stellar adoption expands, $3B+ RWA, XLM volatility

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> Updated: 2026-08-06T23:19:25.000Z. Sources: 36. Developments: 17.

Since the summer rally that lifted XLM to about $0.30 and its subsequent slide to roughly $0.18, Stellar’s on‑chain real‑world‑asset (RWA) volume has stayed above $3 billion, keeping the network the second‑largest RWA platform after Ethereum. Stablecoin supply grew 38 % to $967 million and monthly transaction volume reached $6.45 billion.

June 2026 added several catalysts. Zebec launched a global payroll solution on Stellar, allowing salary payments in stablecoins via Mastercard‑linked cards; the news sparked a 22 % one‑day XLM surge to $0.22 and helped the token break the $0.24 resistance zone. Institutional tokenisation activity accelerated: DTCC named XLM the settlement token for its upcoming platform, MoneyGram expanded stable‑coin payments, and Franklin Templeton’s $1.9 billion BENJI money‑market fund began operating on Stellar alongside $660 million of tokenised U.S. Treasury assets. On‑chain RWA value rose to $2.2 billion and later to $3.35 billion, while developer activity and TVL jumped sharply.

July saw the Protocol 27 (“Zipper”) upgrade, driving a 303 % surge in 24‑hour trading volume to $873 million, and Tradable announced plans to move up to $1 billion of private‑credit assets onto Stellar. Daily transaction throughput hit 11.1 million on 6 August, underscoring the blockchain’s scaling capacity.

Technical charts place XLM near $0.18‑$0.19, with descending‑triangle and inverse‑head‑and‑shoulders patterns hinting at a possible breakout toward $0.25‑$0.30, even as broader crypto markets stay bearish.

## Claims

- Stablecoin transfers on the Stellar network increased 22.46% over the past 30 days, reaching $6.09 billion. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Stellar’s stablecoin supply grew 38.3% in the month, reaching about $967 million (9.14% increase in one week). (corroborated by 2 sources)
- XLM was trading near $0.1713–$0.173, defending key support zones on the chart. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Tokenized real‑world assets on Stellar total $3.06 billion across 70 products, making Stellar the second‑largest blockchain for tokenized assets after Ethereum. (single source)
- The Stellar Development Foundation held a Q2 webinar with senior leadership discussing network performance and roadmap. (single source)
- Crypto analyst Levi said that to hold a $1 million portfolio at $1 per XLM requires 1 million tokens; at $3 per XLM it requires about 333,000 tokens. (single source)
- Tokenized real‑world asset value on Stellar grew 5.88% month over month. (single source)
- Soroban is Stellar’s smart‑contract platform aimed at enhancing DeFi and real‑world asset capabilities. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-06: Stellar network reaches 11.1 M daily transactions, XLM nears breakout

Stellar processed 11.1 M daily transactions, its highest in a week, while XLM trades near $0.1663 and eyes a breakout above $0.1770 amid a descending‑triangle pattern.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellar-network-reaches-111-m-daily-transactions-xlm-nears-breakout

### 2026-08-01: Stellar XLM tokenized assets hit $3.06 bn as stablecoin supply jumps 38%

Stellar XLM’s tokenized assets grew to $3.06 bn across 70 products, stablecoin supply rose 38.3%, and monthly stablecoin volume hit $6.45 bn, positioning it second to Ethereum in RWA tokenization.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellar-xlm-tokenized-assets-hit-306-bn-as-stablecoin-supply-jumps-38

### 2026-07-29: Stellar blockchain sees surge in tokenized assets and stablecoin transfers

Stellar’s network saw stablecoin transfers jump 22.46% to $6.09 B, tokenized assets rise to $3.06 B, and stablecoin supply climb to $967 M, while the foundation outlines roadmap and institutional partners ramp

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellar-development-foundation-outlines-q2-network-growth-and-2025-roadmap

### 2026-07-15: Stellar to host $1 B of private credit tokenized by Tradable

Tradable will tokenize up to $1 billion of private‑credit assets on Stellar, starting with $500 million, as part of a wider institutional push into real‑world asset tokenization.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tradable-plans-1-b-privatecredit-tokenization-on-stellar-network

### 2026-07-08: Stellar (XLM) Trading Volume Surges 303% After Protocol 27 Upgrade

Stellar (XLM) trading volume jumped 303% to $873 M after Protocol 27 upgrade; price fell but analysts see 2027 scenarios up to $0.75 per XLM.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellar-xlm-trading-volume-surges-303-after-protocol-27-upgrade

### 2026-07-07: Stellar blockchain tops $3 billion in tokenized real‑world assets as crypto market stays volatile

Bitcoin fell 28% in 2026 with record‑low volatility, while Stellar’s blockchain crossed $3 billion in tokenized real‑world assets, leading active strategies.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellar-blockchain-tops-3-billion-in-tokenized-realworld-assets-as-crypto-market-stays-volatile

### 2026-06-29: Stellar (XLM) Chosen as DTCC Settlement Token for Upcoming Tokenization Platform

DTCC will connect its tokenization platform to Stellar, using XLM as settlement token with live assets expected in early 2027. XLM trades near $0.18, but analysts see a possible 294% rally to $0.68‑$0.70, amid

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellar-xlm-token-slides-as-dtcc-tokenization-partnership-unfolds

### 2026-06-25: Franklin Templeton's BENJI Tokenized Fund Adopted by Cap and SCRYPT

Cap and Swiss‑licensed SCRYPT integrated Franklin Templeton’s tokenized BENJI fund, enabling on‑chain deposit and treasury liquidity for both platforms.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/franklin-templetons-benji-tokenized-fund-adopted-by-cap-and-scrypt

### 2026-06-24: Stellar (XLM) crypto sees bullish momentum as breakout patterns emerge

Stellar (XLM) trades near $0.19 as chart patterns hint at a breakout, with analysts eyeing a rise toward $12 and noting $3.35 bn in tokenized assets; price stays tied to broader crypto trends.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellar-xlm-crypto-sees-bullish-momentum-as-breakout-patterns-emerge

### 2026-06-21: Stellar (XLM) Powers $1.9B BENJI Fund and $660M Tokenized US Treasuries

Stellar powers Franklin Templeton's $1.9 B BENJI fund, cutting transaction costs dramatically, and now holds $660 M in tokenized US Treasuries, boosting XLM price interest.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellar-xlm-powers-19b-benji-fund-and-660m-tokenized-us-treasuries

### 2026-06-18: Stellar network surges as institutional tokenisation projects launch

Stellar gains institutional momentum as DTCC partners on tokenised assets and MoneyGram expands usage; XLM price jumps 45% on tokenised Treasury and CLO launches.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellar-network-surges-as-institutional-tokenisation-projects-launch

### 2026-06-17: Stellar (XLM) breaks multi‑month resistance, price jumps above $0.24

Stellar (XLM) rose over 10% to about $0.25, breaking a multi‑month resistance zone near $0.24‑$0.26 and opening a path toward $0.30, while Zebec payroll integration expands the network’s utility.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellar-xlm-breaks-multimonth-resistance-price-jumps-above-024

### 2026-06-15: Stellar blockchain sees 22% XLM surge as Zebec launches global payroll platform

Zebec launches a Stellar‑based payroll platform for global firms as XLM jumps over 22% in price and trading volume spikes.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellar-blockchain-sees-22-xlm-surge-as-zebec-launches-global-payroll-platform

### 2026-06-02: Stellar's XLM token surges after DTCC announces integration plans

DTCC's plan to tokenise assets on Stellar spurs XLM price rally, with analysts eyeing a $5‑$11 target amid rising institutional interest.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellars-xlm-token-surges-after-dtcc-announces-integration-plans

### 2026-05-31: DTCC to Use Stellar Blockchain for Tokenized Securities Platform

DTCC will connect its tokenized securities platform to the Stellar blockchain, using its compliance features to enable near‑instant settlement of assets like U.S. Treasuries, marking a major step toward on‑cha​

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dtcc-to-use-stellar-blockchain-for-tokenized-securities-platform

### 2026-05-26: DTCC partners with Stellar to tokenise assets

DTCC will use Stellar’s blockchain to tokenise assets, aiming for first deployments by mid‑2027 and linking traditional markets with digital infrastructure; XLM rose 6% after the news.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dtcc-partners-with-stellar-to-tokenise-assets

### 2026-05-12: Stellar (XLM) Shows Mild Bullish Bias as Technical Indicators Improve

Stellar’s price near $0.16, with technical data indicating a mild bullish bias and long‑term growth outlook.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellar-xlm-shows-mild-bullish-bias-as-technical-indicators-improve

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