#What Are the Insights from TRON DAO at the Digital Assets at Duke Conference?
The TRON DAO recently participated as a Gold Tier Sponsor in the Digital Assets at Duke Conference, which took place from February 4-6, 2026, at Duke University's Penn Pavilion in Durham, North Carolina. This annual event attracted over 200 influential leaders from sectors including finance, policy, and technology to discuss the rapidly evolving digital asset landscape.
During the conference's inaugural welcome reception hosted by Fidelity, members of the TRON DAO engaged with other participants and industry leaders. On the second day, Sam Elfarra, a community spokesperson for TRON DAO, participated in a panel discussion focused on stablecoins. Moderated by Lee Reiners from the Duke Financial Economics Center, the panel also included representatives from Circle, Stripe, and the Stellar Development Foundation.
During the discussion, panelists addressed the increasing adoption of stablecoins as crucial tools for payment and settlement across various trading platforms and corporate treasuries. They examined the diverse landscape of stablecoin issuers, ranging from innovative fintech startups to established financial institutions, while also exploring evolving reserve models and regulatory frameworks that influence stablecoin development and market dynamics.
The TRON DAO firmly believes that scalable and cost-effective blockchain infrastructure is essential for the future of global financial systems. As a leading network for stablecoin transactions, TRON emphasizes the importance of constructive policy engagement and collaboration with academic and institutional partners.
Following the panel, the TRON team attended a Fireside Chat hosted by Crypto in America and featuring Bo Hines. This session covered significant developments in the digital asset landscape and the increasing role of stablecoins in financial transactions.
Through its involvement in the Digital Assets at Duke Conference, TRON DAO showcased its dedication to collaborating with policymakers, scholars, and industry leaders to shape the future of digital finance. For more information about TRON's initiatives and forthcoming events, you can visit the official TRON DAO website.
#What Is TRON DAO?
TRON DAO represents a decentralized autonomous organization committed to advancing internet decentralization through blockchain technology and decentralized applications. Founded by Justin Sun in September 2017, the TRON blockchain has witnessed substantial growth since its MainNet launch in May 2018. Currently, TRON hosts a significant portion of USD Tether's circulating supply, surpassing $83 billion.
As of February 2026, data from TRONSCAN reports that the TRON blockchain has over 363 million user accounts, conducted more than 12 billion transactions, and registered over $23 billion in total value locked (TVL). Recognized as a leading global settlement layer for stablecoin transactions, TRON continues to facilitate everyday transactions successfully, underlining its mission of moving trillions and empowering billions.