Stellar empowers builders to unlock human and economic potential. It combines a powerful, decentralized blockchain network with a global ecosystem of innovators to create opportunities as borderless as ideas. It offers the tools to make a difference in the real world through new digital asset products and services that enhance access to the global financial system.
Why Stellar
Stellar is a decentralized, public blockchain that gives developers the tools to create experiences that are more like cash than crypto. The network is faster, cheaper, and far more energy-efficient than most blockchain-based systems. It’s designed so Stellar’s ecosystem can make a real-world, lasting impact.
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Built Better
Create practical applications with real-world impact. Tap into a global network of on and off ramps, and launch apps that integrate with existing financial systems. Build with the tooling and infrastructure you need to deploy DeFi solutions that scale efficiently, with low fees and fast finality. Built Better so you can Build Better.
Smart Contracts
A developer-friendly, Rust-based smart contracts platform designed for scale and sensibility. Soroban seamlessly integrates with and works alongside…
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Ecosystem
Projects
The thriving Soroban ecosystem of over 70 projects has demonstrated consistent commitment to fostering developer growth by way of educational…
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The Basics
Let’s start with the basics to get you up to speed on all that the Stellar network has to offer. Learn fundamentals and get the tooling you need to start building.
A Global Ecosystem
UNHCR launched Stellar Aid Assist in Ukraine, unlocking bulk payments on the Stellar network and advancing our mission for financial access.
Digital assets are more accessible today than ever before. Now anyone can visit a MoneyGram location to deposit and withdraw cash from their digital…
Anchors
The Stellar anchor network supports over 180 countries and over 20 digital assets. By integrating anchor services such as on and off-ramps, cross-border payments and fiat-backed digital assets, builders can offer new payment services for end users and reach customers in new markets worldwide.
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Quarterly report
Looking for the latest updates from SDF? Listen in to the Q3 2024 quarter-in-review for updates on wallet adoption and innovations, TVL growth and…
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Protocol upgrade
Soroban
Your go-to guide for upgrading to Protocol 22, which introduces constructors and host functions for BLS12-381 to the Stellar network.
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• Bri Wylde
A new protocol is on the horizon. On December 5, 2024, Stellar public network validators will vote on whether to upgrade the network to Protocol 22,…
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• Bri Wylde
During Meridian 2024, the Stellar Development Foundation launched the Stellar i³Awards! 🎉 Powered by the Stellar Community Fund, the awards…
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