Chainlink Introduces TRX/USD Data Stream on Base

Chainlink has added **11 new integrations** of its standard across **6 services** and **6 different blockchains**. The latest adopters include: - CMTA - Fairsquarelab - Krwq Cash - Lemonjet - OKX - Qivalis - TownSquare - Trize - UniKA - XLayer - YeNo Markets This expansion demonstrates continued adoption of Chainlink's oracle infrastructure across diverse platforms and chains, building on previous integration waves that included major institutions like DTCC, Coinbase, Fidelity International, and Kraken.

**Project Pangea** brings together over 50 banks from 16 countries to modernize global foreign exchange markets through instant settlement. **Key Features:** - Enables T+0 (same-day) settlement instead of traditional T+2 delays - Uses Chainlink infrastructure with ISO 20022 messaging standards - Facilitates atomic payment-versus-payment (PvP) swaps of regulated EUR and KRW stablecoins - Connects banks to public and private blockchains using existing Swift infrastructure **Impact:** The consortium represents over $10 trillion in assets under management and addresses bottlenecks in the world's largest financial market. Chainlink provides the data, interoperability, and orchestration standards needed for complex cross-chain, cross-border transactions. Project Pangea allows financial institutions to execute direct atomic FX transactions with instant settlement while accessing onchain liquidity through their current systems. [Learn more about the initiative](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/chainlink-and-multinational-banking-consortia-launch-project-pangea-to-develop-t0-settlement-framework-for-international-fx-markets-302807910.html)

The **Chainlink Build program is undergoing significant changes** to better support early and mid-stage projects while ensuring sustainable network economics. **Key Updates:** - The program is adapting to reflect the evolving blockchain landscape - Focus on supporting projects across multiple ecosystems, including recent Solana integration - Selected teams receive technical mentorship, go-to-market resources, and enhanced visibility - Participants can make their native tokens claimable by Chainlink ecosystem members and eligible LINK stakers **Build on Solana Initiative:** - Received 50+ applications in its first month - Supports teams using Chainlink services like CCIP, Data Feeds, Data Streams, and SmartData - Open to both early-stage and established teams across DeFi, consumer apps, and infrastructure - Applications remain open for two months The evolution reflects Chainlink's commitment to fostering long-term ecosystem alignment and innovative use cases while maintaining economic sustainability. [Read the full announcement]( https://chain.link/blog/build-program-evolution)

The Chainlink Reserve expanded its holdings in June, acquiring 593,088 LINK tokens valued at over $4.6 million. **Key figures:** - Monthly acquisition: 593,088 LINK - Purchase value: $4.6M+ - Total reserve holdings: 4,504,167 LINK This represents continued accumulation following May's addition of 475,930 LINK for $4.4 million, bringing total holdings to approximately 3.9 million LINK at that time. The reserve's steady monthly purchases demonstrate ongoing commitment to building LINK token holdings throughout Q2 2026.

Chainlink has launched a **proof of insurance** solution that provides verifiable records for tokenized assets. This innovation allows authorized participants to independently audit an asset's insurance coverage. The solution represents a significant step in bringing **institutional-grade transparency and auditability** to tokenized assets. It joins Chainlink's existing suite of verification tools, including: - Proof of Reserve - Proof of Composition - Proof of Liabilities - Proof of Solvency These "proof of" mechanisms enable critical insights by connecting real-world data to on-chain assets, bridging the gap between traditional finance and blockchain technology.