Stellar: Stablecoin volume surged, attracting institutions and pushing price up nearly 100%.
Polygon: Rebrand, ZK tech, and staking hub drive growth with 5x potential.
Cronos: V2 upgrade and ETF plans spark 52% gain and institutional interest.
The Genius Act has turned heads across the crypto market. Some coins are gaining strong momentum as institutional interest starts to grow. Regulatory support is giving a fresh push to specific projects aligned with the bill’s standards. This shift favors fast, secure networks with real-world use cases. Let’s look at three standout altcoins that are quickly gaining ground ahead of the Genius Act's full rollout.
Stellar (XLM)
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Stellar has posted remarkable growth over the last month. Stablecoin supply on the network surged by $187 million). Total transaction volume reached $1.7 billion, a 199% rise. This explosion in activity caught the attention of global firms seeking reliable blockchain payment tools. Stellar’s compatibility with ISO 20022 strengthens its role in traditional finance systems. Cross-border remittances and corporate payments already run efficiently on the network. These features make Stellar a solid choice for institutions looking to move funds quickly and securely. XLM now trades at $0.84, nearly double what it was two weeks ago. Over the past year, the token gained 364%.
Polygon (POL)
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Polygon, now rebranded as POL, has been a top Layer-2 solution for stablecoins like USDC and USDT. The new name reflects recent changes to align with rules set by the Genius Act. But branding aside, the network continues to deliver fast speeds and very low fees.Polygon’s standout features now include Polygon CDK, zero-knowledge proofs, and a staking hub. These upgrades allow the platform to secure multiple networks within one system. Institutions are paying attention to that level of flexibility and scale. POL trades at $0.25, up 38% in the past two weeks.
Cronos (CRO)
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Cronos, the blockchain linked to crypto.com, is preparing to launch a new stablecoin in Q3. Alongside this, Cronos V2 has made the network 10x faster and more cost-effective. These changes are clearly aimed at drawing interest from larger financial players. A Cronos ETF is also scheduled to launch in Q4, signaling growing confidence among investors. The move to support compliant stablecoins is expected to raise the network’s total value locked significantly. CRO is currently priced at $0.12, up 52% over the last two weeks. If it climbs back to its all-time high of $0.96, that’s a potential 6x return. With current momentum, CRO seems well-positioned for further gains.
Stellar, Polygon, and Cronos are gaining traction as the Genius Act approaches full adoption. Each offers unique features that attract real-world use and institutional support. Strong volume, new tech, and regulatory alignment are driving their growth. These altcoins deserve a close watch in the coming weeks.
