MoneyGram, Figure Markets, Range Join Stellar as Tier 1 Validators by Mid-August
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Updated · stellar.org · Jul 16
MoneyGram, Figure Markets, Range Join Stellar as Tier 1 Validators by Mid-August
3 articles · Updated · stellar.org · Jul 16
Summary
Stellar said MoneyGram, Figure Markets and Range will run Tier 1 validators, adding three new operators to the blockchain’s core consensus infrastructure.
Each Tier 1 member must run three geographically dispersed full validators, maintain 99.9% uptime, publish complete history archives and complete SEP-1 and SEP-20 self-verification.
The Stellar Development Foundation said the additions should improve fault tolerance and diversify the industries, geographies and infrastructure supporting consensus on a network aimed at regulated finance.
MoneyGram deepens a partnership dating to 2021, while Figure Markets brings capital-markets expertise and Range adds security infrastructure experience after securing more than $30 billion in customer assets across 200-plus blockchains.
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Stellar Welcomes MoneyGram, Figure Markets, and Range as Tier 1 Validators, Marking Major Decentralization Milestone
Overview
On July 16, 2026, the Stellar Development Foundation announced that MoneyGram, Figure Markets, and Range joined as Tier 1 validators, marking a major step in expanding the network’s core infrastructure. These organizations met strict criteria, including running three geographically dispersed validators with high uptime and completing self-verification processes. Their addition strengthens Stellar’s decentralization and boosts institutional engagement, making the network more resilient and trustworthy. By actively coordinating with the existing Tier 1 community, these new validators help ensure the integrity and reliability of Stellar’s global financial platform.