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TETHER'S 1 BILLION USDT MINT ON TRON

Great news for the ecosystem. Tether has just minted 1 billion USDT on the TRON network, marking the first major liquidity move of 2026

While it’s officially authorized but not issued (inventory for the treasury), this is a massive positive signal for several reasons:

●Ready for Demand: It shows Tether is preparing for a fresh wave of institutional capital. When big buyers are ready to enter, the fuel is already in the tank.

●The Power of TRON: With TRON processing over $7.9 trillion in USDT transfers last year, this mint solidifies its position as the world's most efficient and affordable digital dollar highway

●Market Confidence: History shows these inventory boosts often happen right before major market activity. It’s a sign that the industry’s plumbing is being upgraded for the next big move

The bottom line: Liquidity is the lifeblood of crypto and the pipes just got a billion dollars wider
@Justin Sun孙宇晨
@TRON DAO
@Tether USDT
#TRONEcoStar

TRON SECURES GROWTH STAR AT TOP 100 HK AWARDS

TRON has been honored with the Global Blockchain Ecosystem Growth Star award at the 12th Top 100 Hong Kong Stocks Awards

This recognition from the Hong Kong Stock 100 Research Center highlights TRON’s surging influence in both the Web3 space and the traditional financial sector. With over 352 million global accounts and $23 billion+ in TVL, the network is now a primary pillar of the digital economy

The Vision:
As TRON Founder @Justin Sun孙宇晨 shared in his keynote, blockchain is redefining financial transparency and efficiency. This award solidifies TRON’s commitment to supporting Hong Kong’s journey toward becoming a premier global digital financial hub
#TRONEcoStar @TRON DAO

TESTING THE $0.30 CEILING

Tron (TRX) is showing incredible resilience. While the broader market sentiment remains in Fear, TRX is pushing against major resistance at $0.30

@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @TRON DAO #TRONEcoStar

THE FUTURE OF DeFi IS HERE: JOINING THE USDD 2.0 REVOLUTION

The 7th #USDD Global Content Creation Program has officially kicked off TODAY, and the stakes have never been higher

As we navigate the 2026 crypto landscape, USDD 2.0 stands out as more than just a stablecoin, it’s a transparent, over collateralized, and decentralized powerhouse. Whether it’s the security of the TRON DAO Reserve or the seamless utility across multiple chains, USDD is redefining what stability looks like.

Why you should dive in
● 1,000 USDD Prize Pool for the top 10 creators

●Long term KOL Partnership opportunities (let’s build together)

●Community Growth: Sharing the vision of a decentralized future

The clock is ticking. The campaign runs from Jan 9 – Feb 9, 2026

Ready to create?

Sign up👇 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhJLwWvw6ox4R_5lahXqD9DsoySbtvviy_JlT4MfB-DcpTkg/viewform

Full Details here 👇 https://medium.com/@usddio/usdd-global-kol-content-creation-program-phase-vii-f418e877d44f?postPublishedType=initial

Let’s show the world the power of @USDD - Decentralized USD
@Justin Sun孙宇晨 #TRONEcoStar

FROM FILE SHARING TO DeFi POWERHOUSE: THE $BTT LIQUIDITY SURGE 

A massive milestone for the BitTorrent ecosystem: The total supply of $BTT on JustLend DAO has officially surged past $1.78 Million USD

WHY THE COMMUNITY IS WATCHING 

●Passive Gains: $BTT holders are moving from static wallets to active yield-earning, taking advantage of decentralized lending on the TRON network.

●Network Trust: Breaking the $1.78M mark on a premier DAO like JustLend proves that $BTT is a trusted pillar of the DeFi landscape.

●Ecosystem Growth: Higher supply = better liquidity for the BitTorrent Chain (BTTC), paving the way for more dApps and cross-chain utility

The transition from a file sharing utility to a DeFi powerhouse is happening in real time. 

Are you putting your $BTT to work?

👉Check the markets: 👉 app.justlend.org

@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @BitTorrent_Official #TRONEcoStar

FROM CHARTS TO CHECKOUT: HOW THE WIREX & ZEROIN INTEGRATIONS FUELLED TRON'S RECORD DECEMBER

The Angle: Tie the high activity in your chart to the brand new January 2026 announcements from Wirex (on-chain payment layers) and Zerion (wallet integration)

Why it works: It makes the data feel live. It explains that the 3.7 million active accounts are likely a result of these new partnerships making it easier for people to spend USDT at 80 million+ Visa merchants

@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @TRON DAO #TRONEcoStar

UNLOCK ENHANCED YIELDS: BINANCE WALLET & USDD SUPERCHARGE PHASE 2 REWARDS

The moment you've been waiting for is here, @USDD - Decentralized USD announced the launch of USDD x @Binance Wallet Strategy Phase 2. Building on the massive success of Phase 1, they're making it even bigger and better

WHAT'S NEW IN PHASE 2?

● Reward Pool Boosted: We've upgraded the reward pool from 300,000 USDD to an incredible 500,000 USDD! More rewards for our amazing community.

● Seamless Continuation: Jump right back in! This phase seamlessly continues, offering stable and enhanced earning opportunities.

● Earn with Confidence: With sUSDD offering a strong 12% APY, maximize your stablecoin holdings with Binance's robust platform.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Event Period: January 10, 2026, 8:00 AM SGT – February 9, 2026, 7:59 AM SGT

Don't miss out on this limited time opportunity to boost your crypto portfolio. Opportunities won't wait. Get ready to join and earn in Phase 2

Learn more and participate via the official Binance Wallet app

OFFICIAL LINK 👇
https://www.binance.com/en/activity/trading-competition/w3e-usdd-2026

@Justin Sun孙宇晨

#TRONEcoStar

THE $7.9 TRILLION POWERHOUSE: TRON’s 2025 MASTERY 

2025 was the year TRON moved from a blockchain to watch, to the infrastructure that runs the world. Independent reports from Messari, RWAxyz, and Stablecoin Standard confirm that TRON is now the undisputed leader of the global digital economy

THE 2025 PERFORMANCE WRAP

➜$7.9 Trillion Processed: Unmatched annual USDT transfer volume

➜The USDT Hub: Host to $78B+ in USDT, accounting for 42% of its total global supply.

➜Retail Dominance: Captured 65% of all global retail transfers (under $1,000), proving it’s the network people actually use

➜Efficiency Leader: Processed 3.2 billion transactions in one year, with 1.9 billion of them being completely free for users

Beyond payments, TRON’s emergence as a top-tier hub for Real World Assets (RWAs) marks its evolution into a full scale financial settlement layer. Whether it's micro payments in emerging markets or institutional asset tokenization, TRON is the engine behind it all.

Learn more here 👇 
https://news.bitcoin.com/tron-records-7-9-trillion-in-usdt-transfer-volume-in-2025-new-research-from-messari-rwa-io-and-stablecoin-insider/

@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @TRON DAO #TRONEcoStar

THE STRATEGIC IMPACT OF SUNio’s LATEST UPGRADE ON TRON

An announcement was made by @SunPump that the SUN.io V2 Router is officially deployed and live. While you enjoy the same interface you know and love, they’ve overhauled the backend to deliver a faster, more secure, and ultra cost effective trading experience

WHY SHOULD YOU CARE ABOUT THE V2 ROUTER?

● Massive Energy Subsidies: The V2 Router is now the primary hub for our 99% energy subsidy. This means your swap fees remain near zero, keeping more profit in your pocket.

● Zero Impact Transition: Developers and users, don’t sweat it. The contract interfaces and calling methods remain unchanged. No new code is required to start reaping the benefits of V2

● Performance Optimized: By consolidating resources into the core V2 contract, they’ve reduced latency and improved transaction stability, perfect for high speed trading during meme coin surges on #SunPump

IMPORTANT DEADLINE 

While the old router is still active, energy subsidies for the previous contract will end on January 14, 2026, at 23:59:59 (SGT). To keep enjoying that 99% discount, make sure you are using the latest V2 routing

The TRON ecosystem is moving fast, and SUN.io is leading the charge in decentralized efficiency. Don't let high fees slow you down, experience the V2 difference today

👉 Start trading now: SUN.io

read more here 👇
https://sunio.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/53994815712281-Announcement-on-the-Updated-Deployment-of-SUN-io-V2-Router-Contract

@Justin Sun孙宇晨 #TRONEcoStar

TRON & Wirex FORGE THE FUTURE OF AUTONOMOUS PAYMENTS ON THE BLOCKCHAIN

Wirex, a leader in stablecoin solutions, is integrating its expertise directly into the TRON network, creating a robust, onchain payment layer designed for the future

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR YOU AND THE EVOLVING DIGITAL LANDSCAPE?

● Instant & Global Value Transfer: Experience truly seamless, borderless transactions, powered by TRON's high-performance network and Wirex's stablecoin technology.

● Autonomous Payments Era: Get ready for agentic payments. This collaboration is laying the groundwork for digital agents and AI applications to pay, earn, and transact autonomously on the blockchain. Imagine a world where your smart contracts or AI assistants can manage finances independently and efficiently

● OnChain Excellence: Built entirely onchain, this new Wirex TRON infrastructure ensures transparency, security and decentralization at its core. It's a foundational step towards a truly integrated Web3 economy

This partnership is very innovative for the intersection of AI, blockchain and global finance, paving the way for unprecedented innovation in how value is exchanged digitally

Read more here👇
https://news.bitcoin.com/wirex-launches-tron-native-payment-infrastructure-for-agentic-payments/

@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @TRON DAO #TronEcoStar

WHY WINkLink's 2025 STRATEGIC EXPANSION SETS THE STAGE FOR A TRON UTILITY BREAKOUT IN 2026

While the market focused on volatility, WINkLink spent 2025 building a fortress around the TRON ecosystem. The numbers are in, and they tell a story of massive utility expansion

● 17 Strategic Partnerships: From wallets like klever_io to identity and infrastructure leaders, WINkLink expanded its reach into every corner of Web3

● Beyond Price Feeds: The network isn't just a ticker, it’s powering VRF (for fair gaming), AnyAPI (for custom data), and Automation (for hands free smart contracts)

● The TRON Backbone: As the first comprehensive oracle on #TRON, WINkLink has become the mission critical bridge between real world data and on-chain execution

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR THE NEXT PHASE

With the WIN token currently testing key support levels around $0.00003, the massive ecosystem growth from 2025 provides a fundamental floor that many retail investors are overlooking. As DeFi and GameFi on TRON continue to scale, the demand for WINkLink’s decentralized data only goes one way Up

Builders are already flocking to the open door are you watching the data or just the chart?

Explore over here👇
https://winklink.org/#/ecosystem?scroll=partners

@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @WINkLink_Official #TronEcoStar

THE EVOLUTION OF AINFT: 2025 RECAP & THE ROAD TO AN AI NATIVE FUTURE

The Pivot to AI Native Infrastructure 2025 marked a historic turning point for the project. Moving beyond its roots, APENFT officially rebranded to AINFT, signaling a permanent shift toward building AI driven Web3 infrastructure

This transition was anchored by a 4 stage AI + Web3 roadmap designed to integrate intelligence directly into the TRON ecosystem

TECHNICAL MILESTONES & INNOVATION

●TRC-404 Launch: Introduced via NFT Pump, this new hybrid standard bridges the gap between liquidity and digital rarity.

● Ecosystem Depth: Established critical integrations with tier-1 platforms including Binance, Kraken, Sun.io, and Biconomy.

● Global Presence: Solidified authority in the space with major showcases at TOKEN2049, Korea Blockchain Week, and Thailand Blockchain Week

MY CONCLUSION
By blending AI capabilities with decentralized tech, AINFT has transitioned from a marketplace to a foundational layer. As the recap states, 2026 is just getting started, expect this year to focus on the execution of their 4 stage roadmap

Read the full breakdown on Medium for a deep dive into the technical roadmap
Here👇
https://medium.com/@OfficialAINFT/ainft-2025-recap-e56a3f789be8

@Justin Sun孙宇晨 #TronEcoStar

THE BEST LAZY PASSIVE INCOME IN DeFi RIGHT NOW

Looking for a way to beat inflation without the stress of market volatility? USDD 2.0 has officially leveled up the stablecoin game on PancakeSwap and Uniswap.

By providing liquidity to USDD/USDT pools, you aren't just holding a dollar pegged asset, you're earning a massive 13.28% APY in real time

WHY THIS IS A MOVE

● Stable on Stable: You’re pairing two stablecoins, which drastically reduces the risk of Impermanent Loss.

● The Merkl Boost: No manual staking required. Use the Merkl layer to automatically track your liquidity and claim your rewards with one click.

● Over collateralized: Unlike old school algos, USDD 2.0 is backed by a transparent reserve of BTC, ETH and TRX

TOP POOLS TODAY
➜PancakeSwap V3 (USDD-USDT): 13.28% APY

➜Uniswap V4 (sUSDD-USDT): 10.12% APY

Ready to put your idle stables to work? Head over to 👉https://app.merkl.xyz/?search=usdd to see your live earning potential

@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @USDD - Decentralized USD #TronEcoStar

$940M TVL & HIGH YIELD STAKING IS LIVE

USDD is dominating the stablecoin scene

The latest weekly recap (Dec 29 – Jan 4) reveals massive growth and fresh earning opportunities across the ecosystem

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

● $940.94M TVL: Protocol liquidity is surging as trust hits new highs.

● $8.28M Yield: The Smart Allocator is efficiently turning reserves into real returns.

● Mining Alert: Phase XIII of USDD 2.0 Supply Mining is active on JustLend DAO.

● Top Tier Rewards: Earn a stable 12% APY on sUSDD or up to 20% in specialized staking vaults

With native deployment on TRON, Ethereum, and BNB Chain, USDD is the multi-chain powerhouse built for the next wave of DeFi

@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @USDD - Decentralized USD #TronEcoStar

THE SILENT ENGINE OF WEB3 INTEROPERABILITY: HOW BTTC VALIDATORS BRIDGE THE GAP

Ever wondered how assets move seamlessly between TRON, Ethereum and BNB Chain? It isn’t magic, it’s the BitTorrent Chain (BTTC) Delivery Layer

While most users just see a Swap button, a powerhouse of Validators is working behind the scenes to sync every block and transaction

Here’s the 60-second breakdown of how it works:

●The Synchronizers: BTTC Validators aren't just processing data, they are the bridge keepers that align transactions across different blockchain languages

●The 2/3 Rule: Security is non negotiable. For a cross-chain transfer to be confirmed, over two-thirds of these decentralized validators must reach a consensus.

●Checkpoint Finality: Every few minutes, validators bundle these transactions into checkpoints and post them to the mainnets (like TRON or Ethereum). This means your cross-chain move inherits the rock-solid security of the world’s biggest networks.

WHY IT MATTERS IN 2026: With staking rewards sitting around ~7% APY and the ecosystem expanding into AI and decentralized storage (BTFS), BTTC has evolved from a file sharing protocol into the essential infrastructure for a connected Web3

Learn more here 👇
https://bttc.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/10471813548313-BTTC-Network-Delivery-Chain-Mechanism

@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @BitTorrent_Official #TronEcoStar

WHY THE USDD 2.0 VAULT REPORT IS BREAKING BOUNDARIES FOR TRON DeFi

The latest USDD Vault Weekly Report (Jan 6, 2026) is out, and the numbers tell a clear story: Capital Efficiency

While the market sees many stablecoins struggling with transparency, USDD 2.0 is proving that you can have high yields without sacrificing security

HERE'S THE BREAKDOWN

● Massive Backing: Over $52M in collateral sitting in the TRX-B vault alone, maintaining a healthy buffer above its 120% minimum ratio

● Low Friction: With stability fees as low as 0.5%, minting USDD is one of the most cost effective ways to unlock liquidity from your TRX without selling your bags

● The 12% Golden Standard: Holders are flocking to sUSDD, capturing a massive 12% APY beating out traditional savings by a landslide

MY CONCLUSION

USDD 2.0 isn't just a stablecoin, it is an engine for the TRON ecosystem. Whether you’re a minter or a staker, the transparency of these vaults is the foundation of trust

Start minting at USDD now
Here👇
https://app.usdd.io/tron/
@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @USDD - Decentralized USD #TronEcoStar

HOW BitTorrent IS QUIETLY BUILDING THE INTERNET'S NEXT BACKBONE

While the world was celebrating the New Year, BitTorrent was busy redefining cross-chain connectivity

The launch of the BTTC Bridge Beta is more than just a technical update, it’s a major step toward a truly interoperable Web3. By simplifying how assets move between blockchains, BitTorrent is transforming from a file-sharing giant into a foundational layer for decentralized finance (DeFi)

THE NUMBERS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES

● 2.15M+ Transactions already recorded via BTFS SCAN

● 736B+ $BTT in cumulative volume

The message is clear: The BitTorrent ecosystem isn't just growing, it's scaling at a massive rate

Read and learn more here👇
https://medium.com/@BitTorrent/bittorrent-weekly-report-12-29-01-04-ec8db6e3ddad

@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @BitTorrent_Official #TronEcoStar

WINkLink (WIN): THE DATA BACKBONE OF THE TRON ECOSYSTEM, BEYOND THE NUMBERS 

While many investors focus solely on price action, the real story of WINkLink (WIN) lies in its infrastructure dominance and network effects. As TRON continues to lead the industry in stablecoin volume and daily active users, the Oracle Layer provided by WINkLink is the silent engine making it all possible

NOTABLE POINTS 

● Massive Network Reach: With over 808,000 unique holders, WINkLink has one of the most decentralized distributions of any oracle project. This isn't just a whale dominated asset, it is a community owned utility

● The Liquidity Engine: A 24 hour trading volume surge of nearly 40% signals a significant increase in market interest and liquidity. This indicates that despite market fluctuations, there is a consistent and high demand for the token

● Fully Circulating Supply: One of WINkLink's greatest strengths is its transparency. With a Total Supply and Circulating Supply that are almost identical, the project has removed the inflationary overhang that plagues many other tokens. Investors don't have to worry about sudden team unlocks or massive supply dumps

● Proven Longevity: Having launched in mid 2019, WINkLink has survived multiple market cycles. Its OK reputation on TRONSCAN highlights its status as a verified, secure, and integrated protocol

STRATEGIC PERSPECTIVE 

WINkLink is successfully transitioning from a niche data provider for gaming into a universal data bridge. By connecting the TRON blockchain to real world price feeds, sports results, and weather data, it enables a new generation of smart contracts

SUMMARY 

If TRON is the highway for global digital assets, WINkLink is the GPS. With a fully diluted supply, a massive holder base, and a 40% jump in activity, the project is proving its resilience. The era of the decentralized oracle is here, and WINkLink is leading the charge on TRON

For more details
check here👇
https://tronscan.org/#/token20/TLa2f6VPqDgRE67v1736s7bJ8Ray5wYjU7

@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @TRON DAO @WINkLink_Official #TronEcoStar

TRON’s 2025 MOMENTUM

Have you been away? Catch up on what TRON’s been up to

As we close out the new year, the #TRON ecosystem is stronger than ever. 2025 was a year of quiet power and massive functional adoption.

Here are the key highlights from the final weeks of 2025 that you might have missed

➜Dominating Stablecoins: TRON remains the global settlement layer, processing over $24 billion daily in USDT transfers, 6.8x more than Ethereum.

➜DeFi Revolution: The TVL (Total Value Locked) in TRON DeFi surged past $4.4 Billion, driven by major upgrades to JustLend DAO and SUN.io

➜Institutional Adoption: USDT on TRON received regulatory approval in Abu Dhabi (ADGM), and PayPal USD (PYUSD) expanded to the network via LayerZero.

➜Cross Chain Growth: TRON officially integrated with Base (Coinbase's L2) and launched BTTC 2.0, making multi chain asset movement seamless

➜Deflationary Milestone: TRON continues to lead the industry in revenue burning, outperforming Ethereum and Solana in H1 and H2 to keep TRX supply in check

The mission remains the same. Empowering decentralized commerce for every human on the planet

Read the full 2025 Year in Review
here:👇
https://x.com/i/status/2008331856534794345
@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @TRON DAO #TronEcoStar

TRON (TRX): The PERFORMANCE KING OF THE TREASURY WATCHLIST

If you’re looking at this watchlist, one number jumps off the screen: TRON at +17.28%.

While the entire Crypto Treasury sector is seeing green, #TRON is significantly outperforming heavyweights like MicroStrategy (MSTR) and MARA

Here is the quick insight on why TRON is currently in that pole position

● THE UTILITY GIANT: TRON isn't just a speculative asset; it is the global backbone for USDT (Tether) transfers. With extremely low fees compared to Ethereum, it has become the preferred network for real-world payments and remittances in 2026

● INSTITUTIONAL ADOPTION: Recent news of a Revolut integration across Europe and potential TRX Strategy ETFs have shifted TRON from a retail coin to a serious corporate treasury contender.

● MASSIVE NETWORK ACTIVITY: TRON just hit a milestone of 12.5 billion transactions, proving its scalability. High velocity trading and growing DeFi volume are creating organic, sustainable demand.

● DEFLATIONARY EDGE: Unlike many other tokens, #TRON has a consistent burn mechanism, reducing supply as network activity increases. When the market turns bullish, this scarcity helps fuel explosive price moves like the one seen here

MY CONCLUSION

TRON is sitting at the top because it’s no longer just following Bitcoin, it’s leading based on real world network usage
@Justin Sun孙宇晨 @TRON DAO #TronEcoStar