Stellar Introduces Milestone-Based Funding with SCF v7.0 Launch

Stellar Development Foundation launched Stellar Community Fund v7.0 on January 16, 2026, to boost ecosystem growth with a new milestone-based grant disbursement model.

This upgrade streamlines funding processes, potentially increasing developer efficiency and strengthening the Stellar ecosystem amid market optimism for XLM.

Market reactions

Market reactions have been cautiously optimistic, with native token XLM experiencing a mild uptick. Detailed financial impacts remain undisclosed, with the community anticipating accelerated project completion rates consistent with the update.

In its 6.5-year history, Stellar’s Community Fund has evolved from equal disbursements to the current milestone-based funding, reflecting its adaptability to network and developer maturity.

“This milestone-based grant disbursement model represents a significant evolution for network maturity after 6.5 years of operation,” said Anke Liu, Ecosystem Author, Stellar Development Foundation. Read more about the SCF v7.

Historical Context and Expert Insights on XLM’s Trajectory

Did you know? In its 6.5-year history, Stellar’s Community Fund has evolved from equal disbursements to the current milestone-based funding, reflecting its adaptability to network and developer maturity.

Stellar’s XLM currently trades at $0.23, with a market cap of $7.32 billion and holds a 0.23% market dominance, according to CoinMarketCap. While its price faced a 4.43% drop in the last 24 hours, it shows a 1.02% gain over the past week.

Coincu researchers highlight the potential for increased project funding visibility due to the milestone model, though many see continued risks in regulatory environments and evolving blockchain technologies. Explore Stellar’s community and its initiatives for blockchain growth. Nevertheless, the enhanced structure is generally seen as positive for long-term strategic growth.