The Graph

Sequential blockchain indexing struggles at scale. **Substreams addresses this challenge** through parallel processing, composable modules, and sub-second latency across chains including Solana, Base, and BSC. **Key technical advances:** - Parallel processing architecture replaces sequential indexing bottlenecks - Sub-second data latency for real-time applications - Support for high-throughput chains (Solana, Base, BSC) **2026 Network Evolution:** Substreams transitions The Graph Network into a fully permissionless data service with: - Trust-minimized payment systems - Provider Selection Oracle for routing - Probabilistic verifier ensuring data integrity The infrastructure targets traditional financial institutions requiring compliance-ready, high-throughput blockchain data access. The parallel processing approach has demonstrated 70% cost reductions and significantly faster historical data backfills compared to sequential methods. [Learn more about Substreams modules](https://substreams.dev/)

**Tempo's Moderato and Mainnet are now indexable with The Graph's Subgraphs**, enabling developers to transform raw onchain data into queryable GraphQL APIs without custom infrastructure. **Key use cases for builders:** - Real-time payment tracking dashboards - Stablecoin transfer reconciliation - Compliance monitoring for cross-border flows - Automated payroll verification - Settlement analytics for tokenized deposits This integration provides a standardized data layer for the payments chain, allowing developers to build payment applications with easier access to blockchain data.

A developer built a natural language interface for accessing $1.7 billion in on-chain prediction market data over a single weekend using The Graph protocol. **Key achievements:** - Created 3 custom Subgraphs - Developed 10 MCP (Model Context Protocol) tools - Enabled conversational queries of massive blockchain datasets - Required only one API key This demonstrates The Graph's capability to make blockchain data accessible through simple conversation rather than complex queries. The MCP integration allows AI tools like Claude and Cursor to pull information from over 12,000 Subgraphs using natural language, eliminating the need for technical expertise to access on-chain data.

The Graph is positioning itself as an alternative to centralized infrastructure like AWS for blockchain data services. The protocol is expanding from its original limited product offerings to support multiple specialized data services. **Key developments:** - Teams can now build custom data services on The Graph's open infrastructure - Six specialized data products planned, including real-time streaming and SQL analytics - Unified protocol layer called Horizon will connect these services - Designed for developers, AI agents, analysts, and institutions The 2026 technical roadmap outlines this transformation into a comprehensive data services platform for the onchain economy, moving beyond its initial focus on subgraphs.

A new tool called **graph-aave-mcp** allows developers and content creators to query Aave protocol data using plain English instead of GraphQL. **Key features:** - Real-time access to lending markets, liquidations, flash loans, health factors, and governance data - Fetches live data from The Graph Protocol subgraphs - Single npm install covers all major Aave deployments - Eliminates manual lookups and stale data **Use cases:** - Builders can prototype dashboards by describing requirements in natural language - Content creators can query live data while writing threads - Researchers and risk analysts can access current protocol metrics without technical barriers The tool removes the need for GraphQL knowledge, unit conversions, or outdated screenshots when working with Aave data.

The Graph has released its technical roadmap and 2025 grants report, providing transparency into the protocol's development direction and funding activities. **Key Updates:** - Technical roadmap now available for community review - 2025 grants report published, detailing funding allocations - Public quarterly call scheduled for March 31 **What's Next:** The Graph Foundation will host a community call on March 31 to discuss: - Strategic direction - Product updates - Protocol developments - Economic considerations The call is open to all community members interested in the protocol's future direction.

**The Graph Foundation's Team Lead Nick signals a fundamental shift in web3's evolution.** For the first time, blockchain projects are prioritizing **revenue and sustainability** over growth at all costs. This marks a departure from previous hype cycles toward genuine business fundamentals. **Key developments:** - Industry conversations now center on financial viability - Projects moving from expansion mode to institutional-grade infrastructure - Focus shifting from quantity to quality in blockchain data solutions The maturation reflects broader trends: fewer hype cycles, more practical use cases, and infrastructure capable of supporting traditional finance applications.

The Graph is rolling out three institutional-grade tools for real-time blockchain data: **Substreams** delivers high-performance data streaming for DeFi, DePIN, AI, and traditional finance applications. Horizon integration scheduled for Q2-Q4 2026. **Amp** introduces a SQL-native blockchain database with verifiable data designed for enterprise scale. Developer preview is currently live, with full SQL platform launching Q4 2026. **Tycho** provides real-time onchain liquidity indexing specifically built for trading systems and solvers. Private MVP expected Q1 2026, public beta Q2 2026. These tools aim to bridge the gap between blockchain data and enterprise applications, offering familiar interfaces like SQL alongside specialized streaming capabilities for time-sensitive use cases.

**The Graph is rolling out three new data access tools designed for developers and AI agents:** - **Subgraphs**: The original indexing standard now supports AI compatibility through MCP integration, A2A protocols, x402 micropayments, and Amp-powered data extraction - **JSON-RPC**: Basic blockchain read/write functionality through The Graph's infrastructure (experimental launch planned for Q3) - **Token API**: Pre-indexed token data across 10+ chains with real-time pricing (production-ready in Q1) These tools build on The Graph's recent infrastructure developments for the agent economy, including ERC-8004 identity verification across 8 chains and x402 micropayment capabilities through GraphTally. The additions provide developers with multiple options for accessing blockchain data, from natural language queries to direct API calls.

The Graph has released its 2026 Technical Roadmap, outlining plans to expand from a single protocol into a multi-service blockchain data infrastructure platform. **Key developments include:** - **Six specialized data products** designed to serve different use cases - **Horizon unified protocol layer** to integrate services - **Expanded user base** targeting developers, AI agents, analysts, and financial institutions - **Enhanced capabilities** spanning real-time streaming to SQL analytics The roadmap signals The Graph's evolution from a focused indexing protocol to a comprehensive data infrastructure serving the broader onchain economy. The platform aims to accommodate users ranging from individual developers to large-scale institutional operations.