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coindesk.comRipple has proposed an XRPL Lending Protocol that would let institutions borrow against tokenized assets on the XRP Ledger. The system automates loan mechanics on-chain while keeping credit decisions with human underwriters off-chain. Testing on a development network begins Monda…
CoinDeskRipple's chief executive stated that bitcoin retains long-term value while arguing that Strategy's preferred-stock issuance has damaged broader crypto market sentiment. The comments came as Strategy's STRC shares fell to a record low.
pymnts.comRipple received a preliminary green light for a Crypto Asset Service Provider license from Luxembourg's financial regulator under the EU's MiCA rules. The approval would let the San Francisco firm offer stablecoin payments across the bloc.
CoinDeskThe investment will integrate Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin and XRP Ledger into Flutterwave's network for cross-border payments across Africa. Flutterwave said the round values the company at $3.2 billion.
BenzingaRipple introduced infrastructure for autonomous AI payments on the XRP Ledger. XRP ETFs recorded $7.44 million in net inflows on June 9.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewThe United Nations warned that even an immediate end to the Middle East war would leave disrupted humanitarian supply chains impaired until at least 2027. UNICEF logistics chief Jean-Cedric Meeus detailed the global ripple effects during a Geneva press conference.
CoinDeskRipple Labs is pursuing at least $1 billion through a special purpose acquisition company to build the largest known XRP treasury. The plan would test institutional demand for XRP amid cooling interest in token accumulation stocks.
ventureburn.comRipple Prime has connected its prime brokerage platform to EDX Markets, allowing institutional clients to access spot and perpetual futures trading. RLUSD is scheduled to serve as a settlement and collateral asset in the future.
benzinga.comA project has partnered with Ripple to conduct an audit of the XRP Ledger's validator, custody, and wallet layers for quantum vulnerabilities. The review aims to advance post-quantum security measures on the ledger.
BloombergMarket Financial Solutions Ltd., a local UK firm, has collapsed, sending ripples through foreign credit markets. A German bank owned by U.S. investment firm Lone Star Funds is among lenders exposed to the firm. The development marks the latest case of a UK financial failure affec…
SemaforOutflows have put 2026 on track to be the worst year for foreign investment exits from India since markets opened to overseas capital in 1993. Investors have shifted toward South Korea and Taiwan amid booming AI chip demand while India grapples with ripple effects from the Iran w…
nypost.comThe United Arab Emirates conducted retaliatory strikes on an Iranian oil refinery on Lavan Island shortly after President Trump announced a cease-fire on April 8, according to the Wall Street Journal. The strike caused a large fire and is expected to cripple output for months. U.…
BenzingaRipple Prime closed a $200 million debt facility provided by Neuberger Specialty Finance. The funding will expand the firm's margin financing and lending capacity to better serve its institutional clients. @CoinDesk reported the development on Monday.
ftfnews.comThe transaction settled in under five seconds outside traditional banking hours through a pilot involving JPMorgan’s Kinexys, Mastercard and Ripple. It marks the first time tokenized U.S. Treasuries have moved across borders and banks in near-real time. The pilot was announced on…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewOndo Finance, Kinexys by JPMorgan, Mastercard and Ripple completed a pilot transaction that settled tokenized U.S. Treasuries across borders and banking systems in near real time outside traditional banking hours. The test marks a major step toward 24/7 global markets. @CoinDesk…
pymnts.comClawBank's Manfred AI agent secured its own Employer Identification Number, opened an FDIC-insured U.S. bank account and holds a crypto wallet while preparing to trade more than 30 cryptocurrencies. The development was detailed at Consensus 2026 in Miami, where speakers also disc…
Al JazeeraThe ongoing U.S.-Israeli war in Iran has unexpectedly strengthened Ukraine's position in its conflict with Russia through new drone technology deals with Gulf states and strikes on Russian oil facilities. Despite higher oil prices aiding Russia's revenues, Ukrainian actions have…
EuronewsU.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before the House Armed Services Committee on the ongoing Iran war, addressing its $25 billion cost and recent dismissals of top military leaders. Lawmakers questioned the conflict's justification and the proposed $1.5 trillion defense…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewWanchain has integrated Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin into its bridge infrastructure. This enables transfers between the XRP Ledger and networks including Ethereum, Wanchain and Cardano. The development supports cross-chain functionality for the stablecoin.
CoinDeskRipple has detailed a roadmap to secure the XRP Ledger against quantum computing threats, targeting full implementation by 2028. The plan includes emergency measures and phased integrations of post-quantum cryptography. This follows recent warnings about quantum risks to blockcha…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSEC Chair Paul Atkins stated that the agency has ceased its 'regulation through enforcement' approach toward cryptocurrency. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse praised the shift, highlighting it as a positive change from prior policies. The announcement comes amid ongoing discussions o…
cryptoninjas.netExodus wallet has expanded its native support for XRP and the XRP Ledger through a partnership with Ripple. The update includes new in-wallet tools for managing XRP and RLUSD, available directly within Exodus’s self-custody platform.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewEmi Yoshikawa, former vice president of Ripple, has launched a $100 million fund of funds backed by SBI Holdings. The fund seeks to connect Japanese companies with early-stage startups in Silicon Valley focused on AI, fintech and blockchain. Yoshikawa previously served as VP of R…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSBI Ripple Asia has completed development of a token issuance platform on the XRP Ledger. The company also registered as a prepaid payment instrument issuer with Japanese authorities. This enables businesses in Japan to issue tokenized payments using the platform.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewA temporary ceasefire has been announced between the United States and Iran following recent hostilities in the Middle East. Energy prices have declined sharply, with Brent crude oil dropping 15 percent and European natural gas falling 18 percent. Discussions on future talks and…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewA report from Ripple, citing Chainalysis data, indicates that on-chain value in Sub-Saharan Africa rose 52% year-over-year. This growth is attributed to regulatory developments in South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, and Mauritius. The report highlights increasing cryptocurrency adoptio…