During the @sxsw 2026 event in Austin, Texas, Algorand will be participating directly on the ground. Attendees can anticipate a keynote address from CSMO @marcvl focused on the subject of autonomous agentic payments. Along with this presentation, Senior Director of Impact @mattkeller1 is set to join a panel discussion exploring the ways blockchain technology is rebuilding trust regarding humanitarian aid payments.
A remarkable green initiative was the focus of a recent conversation between CEO @StaciW_DC and Algorand Board Chair @billbar during @Abundance360. They discussed how @EnelGroup, recognized as the largest energy supplier in Europe, has utilized the Algorand blockchain to tokenize solar panels. This exciting step is actively broadening access to sustainable energy for residents in Italy.
In a recent session with @rkbaggs and @Cointelegraph, Algorand CSMO @marcvl provided insights into current network developments. Marc stressed the importance of blockchain rails for AI agents, identifying Algorand as the critical infrastructure for this purpose. You are invited to watch the entire podcast episode below 👇
Catch the latest episode of the @CryptoCoinShow, where @Ashton_Addison_ hosts Algorand CEO @StaciW_DC for an in-depth conversation. The interview highlights fresh updates and future initiatives for Algorand. Feel free to watch the full discussion below 👇
Ethereum’s Strawmap shows where the industry is heading.
Algorand already delivers many of those north stars today:
• High throughput at scale (~15k TPS demonstrated) • Fast UX: instant finality with no forks • Post-quantum readiness with quantum-secure chain history, accounts & transactions • Advanced cryptography incl. state proofs and ZK support
The future isn’t theoretical on Algorand. It’s live.
Join us at @Abundance360 on March 10th as Algorand CEO @StaciW_DC and Board Chair @billbar take the stage. We are excited to present our most recent product developments and projects, spanning vital categories like tokenization, agentic commerce, and payments. Additionally, CSMO @marcvl will provide a live walkthrough of the Algorand agentic commerce solution designed for enterprises.
Getting started on Algorand no longer requires generating a brand new wallet. We are rolling out cross chain account abstraction that enables almost any EVM wallet, including MetaMask and Rainbow, to connect seamlessly with Algorand dApps.
There are no custodial shortcuts involved, nor is there any risk regarding shared signatures. Your existing EVM key simply authorizes an abstracted Algorand account. We employ structured signing within a strictly isolated Algorand domain, ensuring that signatures are designed to be invalid elsewhere.
On the technical side, builders will find that we have merged RainbowKit into @txnlab/use-wallet. This update allows for nearly universal EVM wallet compatibility inside an Algorand dApp with just minimal config.
The ultimate user journey is simple: Open a dApp Connect your current EVM wallet Bridge directly in-app if necessary Start operating
Expect a sneak peek to launch this week alongside @AlphaArcade.
Here is the latest news from the Algorand Engineering Team. We are pleased to announce that Bruno Martins, our current Vice President of engineering and Chief Architect, will be assuming the position of Acting CTO. Known to the community as @bmartins_, he has been a pivotal leader at Algorand for several years and played a vital role in moving our roadmap forward.
We also wish to express our sincere appreciation to Nik Bougalis for his efforts and the valuable insights he applied to the protocol while working with us. We hope he finds great success in his future endeavors.
Our crew remains deeply focused on development and execution. Please look forward to additional information in the near future.
@CryptoIndiaMag recently featured an extensive interview with Algorand CEO @StaciW_DC covering every aspect of the network. During the exchange, Staci detailed the specific capabilities a blockchain must possess to support actual real-world adoption and demonstrated how Algorand successfully addresses those demands.
Transitioning from our development plan to actual deployment, this feature is now active. As discussed by @coinbureau in a recent video, full support for the x402 protocol is officially live on Algorand.
During Multichain Day, Head of Developer Relations @SilentRhetoric explained why we should be so excited about the AI-agentic economy on the Algorand blockchain.
From the x402 integration to native TypeScript, to @getvibekit, the age of AI on Algorand is here.
Competing with Justin Bons on the accuracy of information is certainly a challenge. On a serious note, the Algorand network has achieved its highest level of decentralization to date. This is supported by robust metrics, including more than 1,500 validator accounts and a total exceeding 2B ALGO staked. The ecosystem supports over 3,700 mainnet nodes in addition to our P2P nodes. Distinctively, this is one of the few blockchains capable of hosting a node on the specific device you are using to read this correction. We invite you to verify these capabilities via the information provided below.
Algorand-native USDC is officially supported on @brale_xyz. This development was the subject of a conversation at Multichain Day between @chasemerlin, Head of Product at Brale, and @Camohe90, Head of Builder Programs at Algorand. The pair explored the integration and the new capabilities it offers to both enterprises and builders.
Make sure to tune in for the Algorand Community Call that took place in February 2026. This is your opportunity to catch up on the most recent news from across the ecosystem, including a segment with our special guests at @alphaarcade.
During the event at @cfcstmoritz, @StaciW_DC sat down with @davidwachsman to discuss the return of Algorand to the U.S. and its roadmap for 2026 and beyond. Their conversation highlighted several top priorities, specifically focusing on regulatory clarity, tokenization efforts, and the initiative for bridging traditional markets on-chain.
The @swyptio platform is now officially active on Algorand. This integration enables merchants to collect payments in Kenyan Shillings using M-Pesa, with subsequent on-chain settlement in USDC. Additionally, new infrastructure connecting M-Pesa and USDC links builders to the region's primary payment network, which processes approximately 59% of Kenya's GDP. This marks a shift toward real payments for real merchants.
We are excited to invite you to the Algorand Community Call taking place on February 23. This session offers a great opportunity to catch up on the newest developments throughout the ecosystem and gain an exclusive perspective on our current work. We also encourage you to attend with any questions you wish to ask the team. The broadcast will be available live via X and YouTube starting at 1:45 PM EST.