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Messari Releases Q4 2022 State of TRON and State of USDD Reports

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Geneva, Switzerland–(Newsfile Corp. – February 10, 2023) – Messari, a leading provider of blockchain research and data analysis, has released its quarterly reports on the State of TRON and the State of USDD for the fourth quarter of 2022.

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STATE of USDD

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Their first report, “State of USDD Q4 2022,” showcases the performance of USDD, a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar, managed by the TRON DAO Reserve, and circulating on multiple blockchains, including TRON, Ethereum, and Binance. The report highlights that USDD saw continued growth in Q4 2022, in spite of the crypto winter, noting its circulation volume increased from a little over $6 billion to nearly $8 billion USD. This growth was primarily driven by the increasing demand for stablecoins as a safe haven for investment and for cross-border transactions. The report also mentions the key advantages of USDD, including its stability, low volatility, and ease of use, which have made it an attractive option for individuals and institutions alike.

Here are a few other highlights from Messari’s USDD report:

  • The number of wallets on TRON holding USDD slowed its growth in Q4 with only an 8% increase. Matching the 480.4% growth from Q2 to Q3 was not to be expected, though.
  • TRX balances in the TRON DAO Reserve remained the same from Q3 to Q4. Not including TRX, the collateral ratio for the stablecoin is below 1 at 0.87. Including TRX in the reserve wallets and deposited in the burn account, the collateral ratio is 1.7.
  • Partnerships with Travala, the world’s leading blockchain-based travel booking platform, which now accepts USDD for payment, other developing partnerships for utility in everyday commerce, and its multi-chain circulation all indicate the growing adoption of USDD.

STATE of TRON

The second and much longer report, “State of TRON Q4 2022,” analyzes the overall performance of TRON, a public open-sourced blockchain network using a Delegated-Proof-of-Stake (DPoS) consensus mechanism that is powered by the TRON Virtual Machine (TVM). Unlike Ethereum, TRON uses “energy and bandwidth” instead of “gas” for validations on the network and offers developers less expensive smart contract execution. Similar to Ethereum, Solidity is the programming language of TRON.

The report highlights that TRON’s leadership in the stablecoin space remained steady. Possibly related to its stable currency strength, the Commonwealth of Dominica designated TRON the official protocol for its national blockchain infrastructure and approved seven TRON-based cryptocurrencies as legal tender for everyday use in the country. Average active daily addresses increased 17.9%, with an unusual spike on December 10 of 1.3 million new accounts. Average daily transactions also increased 22.4%. What stood out the most, especially in light of the bear market moment, was that total quarterly revenue increased 25.3%.

The report also highlights the key advantages of TRON, including its scalability, low transaction fees, and user-friendly interface, which makes it an attractive option for developers and entrepreneurs. Here are a few other highlights from the TRON report:

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  • 38% more TRX was burned in December than in October. “As such, TRX continues to be deflationary,” according to the Messari report.
  • As of December 31, TRON nodes were distributed across more than 30 geographic locations around the globe, with ~23% (1,330 of the 5,730 TRON nodes) located in China.
  • Compared to TRON’s “peer group” of pioneering blockchain leaders – Ethereum, Binance, and Polygon:
    • TRON led the way in percentage of total revenue increase in Q4
    • TRON had 6x the number of daily transactions compared to Ethereum, 2x compared to Polygon, and nearly 2x compared to Binance
    • TRON lags behind the other three in number of protocols using its network
    • TRON gained 2% of the peer group’s stablecoin market share
  • TronLink, TRON’s recommended digital assets wallet, integrated with Android and iOS and rolled out features, including the ability to stake TRX for Energy and Bandwidth.
  • In Q4, the $1 billion TRON DAO Ecosystem Fund launched TRON DAO Ventures (TDV) and added it to its list of existing investment pathways.
  • An increase in application usage was evident in Q4, as smart contract triggers were up ~45% QoQ.
  • The TRON community of developers continued to grow with three seasons of Hackathons including over 2300 participants and the launch of TRON Academy with blockchain-club partnerships on seven top tier university campuses.
  • The report also favorably mentions that TRON joined the Ethereum Enterprise Alliance, suggesting it “could catalyze collaboration between the two networks.”

CONCLUSION

Overall, considering the state of the crypto market in Q4, Messari’s reports indicate steady strength, ongoing growth, and a bright future both for the TRON network and the USDD stablecoin. As user accounts keep increasing, powerful partnerships are being forged, and the developer community continues to grow, all signals indicate that TRON is resolved to build the future of commerce and community for every human on the planet.

About Messari

Messari provides market intelligence that drives high-conviction participation in the crypto economy.

We help professionals, builders, and communities navigate web3 by providing world-class tools and intelligence. Founded in 2018, Messari is the leading provider of crypto market intelligence products that help professionals navigate crypto/Web3 with confidence. We bring transparency and smarter qualitative and quantitative analytics to the industry by combining a global research database with a comprehensive suite of data visualization and asset discovery tools. We help drive smarter participation in crypto from individuals and institutions alike.

About TRON DAO

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TRON DAO is a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps.

Founded in September 2017 by H.E. Justin Sun, the TRON network has continued to deliver impressive achievements since MainNet launch in May 2018. July 2018 also marked the ecosystem integration of BitTorrent, a pioneer in decentralized Web3 services boasting over 100 million monthly active users. The TRON network has gained incredible traction in recent years. As of February 2023, it has over 141 million total user accounts on the blockchain, more than 4.8 billion total transactions, and over $11.2 billion in total value locked (TVL), as reported on TRONSCAN. In addition, TRON hosts the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin across the globe, overtaking USDT on Ethereum since April 2021. The TRON network completed full decentralization in December 2021 and is now a community-governed DAO. In May 2022, the over-collateralized decentralized stablecoin USDD was launched on the TRON blockchain, backed by the first-ever crypto reserve for the blockchain industry – TRON DAO Reserve, marking TRON’s official entry into decentralized stablecoins. Most recently in October 2022, TRON was designated as the national blockchain for the Commonwealth of Dominica, which is the first time a major public blockchain partnering with a sovereign nation to develop its national blockchain infrastructure. On top of the government’s endorsement to issue Dominica Coin (“DMC”), a blockchain-based fan token to help promote Dominica’s global fanfare, seven existing TRON-based tokens – TRX, BTT, NFT, JST, USDD, USDT, TUSD, have been granted statutory status as authorized digital currency and medium of exchange in the country.

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Blocks & Headlines: Today in Blockchain – January 30, 2025 (Dogecoin, U.S. Army, DeepSeek, Web3)

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Introduction

The blockchain and cryptocurrency industry continues to evolve, with major advancements in institutional adoption, regulatory modernization, and innovative applications. Today’s roundup covers Dogecoin’s new blockchain strategy, the U.S. Army’s use of blockchain for tracking aid, notable blockchain startups, domain challenges for Web3 companies, the first AI blockchain agent, and Luxembourg’s legal updates for custody chains. Let’s break down the biggest headlines shaping the future of blockchain technology and decentralized finance.


Dogecoin Unveils Strategic Blockchain Movement

Expanding Beyond a Meme Coin

Dogecoin, often viewed as a lighthearted cryptocurrency, is making serious strides toward blockchain utility with a new strategic initiative aimed at expanding its use case beyond simple transactions. The Dogecoin Foundation has announced plans to integrate layer-2 solutions, smart contracts, and interoperability features, potentially positioning DOGE as a serious competitor in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space.

This move signals a shift in the perception of Dogecoin, which has long relied on community-driven momentum. With the new strategy, DOGE could become an integral part of the growing Web3 ecosystem.

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Source: Crypto Briefing


U.S. Army Utilizes Blockchain for Aid Tracking in Ukraine

Military Adopts Emerging Tech for Transparency

The U.S. Army is leveraging blockchain, big data, and generative AI to track billions of dollars in aid sent to Ukraine. This marks a significant step in blockchain’s adoption by governments and defense agencies to enhance transparency and prevent fraud.

By using blockchain for immutable record-keeping, military officials aim to improve logistics tracking, reduce inefficiencies, and ensure secure auditing of aid distribution. This could set a precedent for future government adoption of blockchain-based verification systems.

Source: Breaking Defense


10 Blockchain Startups to Watch in 2025

Innovation Driving the Next Wave of Web3

A new report highlights ten emerging blockchain startups poised to disrupt industries from finance to supply chain management. These companies are working on scalable smart contracts, decentralized identity solutions, and improved cross-chain interoperability.

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Among the standout names are startups focusing on privacy-preserving transactions, institutional DeFi tools, and real-world asset tokenization, reinforcing blockchain’s growing role in mainstream finance and enterprise adoption.

Source: Yahoo Finance


Web3 Companies Struggle with Domain Name Challenges

Decentralization vs. Traditional Domain Ownership

As blockchain companies push forward with Web3 adoption, many are encountering significant hurdles in securing relevant domain names. Unlike traditional domains governed by ICANN, blockchain-native domains such as .crypto and .eth exist outside standard regulatory frameworks, leading to disputes and accessibility issues.

Industry experts are calling for greater collaboration between blockchain projects and domain registrars to ensure seamless Web3 adoption while maintaining online accessibility for users.

Source: Domain Name Wire

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Klaus Agent Becomes the First Blockchain AI to Use Custom DeepSeek Model

AI and Blockchain Converge

The Klaus Agent, an AI-powered blockchain agent, has integrated the DeepSeek AI model to enhance decision-making, smart contract automation, and decentralized application (dApp) intelligence. This innovation represents a major step in merging artificial intelligence with blockchain networks, allowing for more sophisticated automation in DeFi, NFT trading, and DAO governance.

As AI and blockchain continue to converge, the potential for autonomous smart contract execution and predictive analytics is expected to grow, leading to more efficient decentralized systems.

Source: GlobeNewswire


Luxembourg Modernizes Custody Chain Laws for Blockchain

A Legal Framework for Tokenized Assets

Luxembourg, a key financial hub in Europe, has updated its custody chain regulations to accommodate blockchain-based assets. These changes are designed to facilitate institutional adoption of tokenized securities and digital asset custody solutions.

By providing a clear regulatory framework, Luxembourg aims to attract fintech firms, investment funds, and digital asset custodians, further strengthening its position as a leader in blockchain finance.

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Source: National Law Review


Conclusion

The latest blockchain developments underscore the rapid evolution of the industry, from Dogecoin’s strategic shift to military adoption of blockchain for transparency. As AI and blockchain begin to merge, and governments refine regulations, we are witnessing a pivotal moment in decentralized technology.

With institutional interest growing and regulatory frameworks taking shape, blockchain and Web3 technologies are moving closer to mainstream acceptance. Stay tuned for the next Blocks & Headlines briefing as we continue to track the most significant trends shaping the future of decentralized finance and digital assets.

 

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Fintech as a Service Business Research Report 2025: Global Market to Reach $1.1 Trillion by 2030 from $387 Billion in 2024 – SMB Adoption of Fintech Services Spurs Market Expansion Opportunities

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From Apes to Humans: ApeChain Joins Humanity Protocol’s zkProofer Network to Scale Proof of Humanity

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Humanity Protocol, a leader in on-chain Proof of Humanity (PoH) and decentralized identity, is today announcing its partnership with ApeChain, the blockchain powering the ApeCoin ecosystem. ApeChain will join Humanity Protocol’s zkProofer network, a decentralized infrastructure for privacy-preserving identity verification. This partnership positions ApeChain at the forefront of integrating Sybil-resistant, human-centric identity solutions, enhancing governance, utility, and trust across the ApeCoin ecosystem.
Humanity Protocol has established itself as the leading identity layer for Web3 with over 2.5 million users onboarded during its testnet and an impending mainnet launch. Humanity Protocol leverages its Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) framework and PoH technology to deliver unique human authentication for decentralized applications. zkProofers, key components of this framework, validate identities using zero-knowledge proofs, ensuring privacy while maintaining trust. As a zkProofer, ApeChain will play a pivotal role in scaling this identity network, enabling privacy-preserving verification for its users without compromising personal data.
ApeChain, the blockchain underpinning the vibrant ApeCoin ecosystem, supports decentralized applications across NFTs, DeFi, gaming, and governance. Its commitment to scalability, security, and interoperability makes it an ideal partner for Humanity Protocol. By integrating PoH and becoming part of the zkProofer network, ApeChain is elevating its ecosystem with innovative identity solutions designed to bridge the gap between the digital and physical worlds.
With Proof of Humanity, ApeDAO governance will benefit from greater transparency and fairness. Verified human identities tied to voting will prevent Sybil attacks and foster genuine community engagement while maintaining user privacy. This partnership addresses longstanding challenges in decentralized governance, enabling ApeDAO to operate more effectively and equitably.
Terence Kwok, Founder and CEO of Humanity Protocol said: “Partnering with ApeChain as a zkProofer is a significant milestone in advancing decentralized identity. Humanity Protocol’s Proof of Humanity framework will enhance governance, unlock new utility for NFTs, and create privacy-preserving experiences that bridge digital ownership with real-world interactions. This collaboration represents a shared commitment to building secure, human-centric systems that drive innovation in Web3.”
Waabam, ApeCoin Special Council Member and ApeChain Director, said: “This partnership with Humanity Protocol represents a pivotal step forward for the ApeCoin and ApeChain ecosystem. By joining Humanity Protocol’s zkProofer network and integrating its groundbreaking Proof of Humanity technology, we are enhancing not only the security and fairness of our governance processes but also unlocking new possibilities for utility and engagement across our ecosystem.”

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