Plasma (XPL) is a Layer 1 blockchain optimized for stablecoin payments. It uniquely offers zero-fee USDT transfers by anchoring its security to Bitcoin. As of late January 2026, XPL trades near $0.12, with a market cap around $230M.
2026 Key Highlights
Staking Launch: Q1 2026 introduces native XPL staking and delegation, rewarding holders for securing the network.
Token Unlocks: A major 2.5B token unlock (25% of supply) for investors/team is set for July 28, 2026.
Ecosystem: Backed by Peter Thiel and Bitfinex, Plasma now integrates with NEAR for cross-chain settlements.