Aave has announced its 2026 roadmap following the closure of a four-year investigation by the SEC on August 12, 2025. CEO Stani Kulechov outlined the company's future plans, which include the introduction of Aave V4, the Horizon expansion, and the complete launch of the Aave App. Aave V4 will implement a hub and spoke model to efficiently manage high volume and liquidity. The Horizon initiative, currently holding $550 million in deposits, aims to reach $1 billion by incorporating additional banks. Meanwhile, the Aave App, which launched in November, is targeting one million users with a full rollout expected in early 2026. Additionally, Kulechov announced a $9.8 million buyback of AAVE tokens, signaling confidence in the platform's growth.