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In a recent episode of Ripple’s YouTube series “Crypto in One Minute,” James Wallis, VP of Central Bank Engagements, shared his expertise on how Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) could be instrumental in fostering financial inclusion across the globe. CBDCs, or Central Bank Digital Currencies, are a digital form of a country’s fiat currency, issued […]

Bill Morgan, an Australia-based lawyer, has openly criticized Charles Gasparino, a Senior Correspondent at Fox Business, for his negative remarks about the price performance of XRP and the legal outcomes of the Ripple v. SEC case. Gasparino joined FOX Business Network (FBN) in 2010 as a Senior Correspondent. According to his bio on the Fox Business website, […]

During the Ripple Swell 2023 conference in Dubai (Nov 8-9, 2023), Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse engaged in a candid conversation with CNBC’s Dan Murphy. He expressed strong opinions about the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the broader landscape of cryptocurrency regulation. Garlinghouse questioned the SEC’s commitment to its mission of protecting investors, suggesting […]

As reported by Bloomberg, Brad Garlinghouse, the CEO of Ripple, has indicated the company’s readiness to take its legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over the XRP cryptocurrency to the Supreme Court. This statement emerged during Garlinghouse’s interview with Bloomberg Television’s Kailey Leinz at the DC Fintech Week event (November 6-8, […]

Global payments processing company RocketFuel, Inc. has entered into a strategic partnership with blockchain solutions provider Ripple. This move is aimed at incorporating Ripple’s payment technology to modernize RocketFuel’s transactional infrastructure, particularly for fiat currency transfers to global merchants and partners. The platform provided by RocketFuel delivers a one-click checkout system that caters to a […]

The National Bank of Georgia (NBG) has embarked on a pioneering journey into the digital currency space by selecting Ripple, a prominent enterprise blockchain and crypto solutions provider, as its partner for the Digital Lari pilot project. This collaboration is set to explore the capabilities of Ripple’s Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) platform, assessing its […]

On 24 October 2023, Ripple, a FinTech company specializing in enterprise blockchain and cryptocurrency solutions, announced a partnership with Uphold, a global Web3 financial platform. The partnership is designed to improve Ripple’s cross-border payment infrastructure by utilizing Uphold’s crypto liquidity capabilities. Ripple’s existing services focus on facilitating international payments by eliminating the need for pre-funded […]

On 13 July 2023, Honorable Analisa Torres, a district judge for the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, delivered a nuanced ruling in the protracted legal feud between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple Labs Inc. The lawsuit, initiated in December 2020, accused Ripple and its senior […]

In a recent episode of the podcast “Metaco Talks,” Brad Garlinghouse, the CEO of Ripple, clarified the company’s position and future direction. Garlinghouse stated that Ripple does not control the validator network for XRP, although the company is certainly interested in its success. He acknowledged that Ripple owns a significant amount of XRP and believes […]

David Schwartz, Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer, recently shared his optimistic outlook on the XRP Ledger’s (XRPL) role in tokenizing real-world assets. The comments were made during an interview that followed his presentation at the Apex 2023 developer summit. According to a report by The Crypto Basic published earlier today, Schwartz highlighted several advantages that make […]

On 10 October 2023, Eric van Miltenburg, the Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at Ripple, appeared on CoinDesk TV to discuss a range of topics, including Ripple’s recent license acquisition in Singapore, the state of U.S. crypto regulations, and the future of blockchain research. Singapore as a Crypto Hub Van Miltenburg highlighted that Ripple […]

Introduction Sologenic, headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is a leader in global tokenization solutions. Known for its SOLONEX development and Custom-Built CBDC Tokenization Solution, the company is facilitating a digital transformation in the financial sector. Sologenic operates through two distinct platforms: sologenic.com, developed by Core Tech Lab, specializes in asset tokenization, while sologenic.org is […]

Introduction On 10 October 2023, well-known crypto influencer “Crypto Assets Guy” took to social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) to share a comprehensive list of 20 reasons why he is extremely optimistic about XRP, the digital asset associated with Ripple. His arguments range from the asset’s legal standing in the United States to […]

Introduction On 13 July 2023, Hon. Analisa Torres, a district judge at the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, issued a pivotal ruling in the SEC vs Ripple Labs lawsuit, which has been ongoing since December 2020. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) had accused Ripple Labs Inc. and […]

John Reed Stark, a regulatory compliance expert in the digital space with a 15-year tenure as an SEC enforcement attorney, took to social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) on 6 October 2023 to share his insights on Judge Torres’ recent order concerning the SEC and XRP. Stark emphasized that the judge’s decision to […]

The $XRP community has been abuzz with a recent revelation from Ripple’s CTO David Schwartz, who responded to a question from popular cryptocurrency influencer Alex Cobb on the lowest price ever paid for a single XRP token. Among the flurry of responses, a figure well-versed in the XRP community, Schwartz noted that his late father […]

Introduction James Wallis, Vice President of Central Bank Engagement at Ripple, recently spoke to PYMNTS about the transformative potential of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in global payments. Prior to his current role at Ripple, he was the Vice President of Global Sales Strategy & Operations at Ripple from May 2019 to January 2021. In […]

Ripple Announces Full Licensing in Singapore On October 3, Ripple announced that its Singapore-based subsidiary, Ripple Markets APAC Pte Ltd, has obtained a full Major Payments Institution (MPI) license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). This comes four months after the company received preliminary approval for the same license, allowing it to offer digital […]

Last night, in front of a packed, jubilant crowd consisting of Ripple employees and members of the XRP Army, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse gave a rousing speech in which he gave a special shoutout to several people who had provided invaluable help/support to Ripple, himself, and the XRP community. It all started on August 28 […]

On September 29, Panos Mekras, a well-known blockchain consultant and financial technology expert, explained why has invested in $XRP. Mekras is the Founder of DigitalGen Financial Services, Co-Founder of Anodos Finance, and the author of “Understanding the Crypto Economy: A Full Guide for Beginners.” Mekras says he holds XRP due to its promising potential, rooted […]

In a recent blog post, Ripple, a prominent figure in the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry, discussed the challenges that global businesses are grappling with due to rising interest rates. According to Ripple’s 2023 New Value Report, almost half of the enterprises surveyed identified high interest rates as a significant hurdle for cross-border payments. Ripple pinpoints […]

Recently, Lauren Belive announced her appointment as the new Head of U.S. Public Policy and Government at FinTech firm Ripple, a key player in modernizing international payment systems. Belive emphasized the importance of active involvement in policy discussions in Washington D.C. and the United States. She aims to not just participate in these dialogues but […]

On 21 September 2023, On 16 July 2023, Marc Fagel, a Lecturer at Stanford Law School and a former Regional Director (San Francisco Regional Office) at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), talked about the primary reason behind the SEC’s decision to seek permission for an interlocutory appeal in the Ripple lawsuit (which was initiated […]

Brad Garlinghouse, the CEO of FinTech firm Ripple Labs, has openly criticized the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and its Chairman, Gary Gensler. While speaking at Messari’s Mainnet 2023 event (September 20 – 22, 2023, New York City), Garlinghouse labeled Gensler as a bully, accusing him of prioritizing power and politics over effective regulation. […]

According to Ripple, the convergence of blockchain technology and the decline in global cash usage have accelerated the research and development of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). In a blog post published on 19 September 2023, Ripple cites that nine out of ten central banks are currently investigating the potential of CBDCs. Furthermore, Juniper Research […]

Ripple partner Tranglo has reported an impressive trajectory in its service metrics from 2021 to 2023, registering a net rise in the usage of the $XRP-powered solution On-Demand Liquidity (ODL). According to Singaporean news outlet The Edge, Tranglo saw its net ODL transaction volume surge from a modest $53 million in 2021 to a staggering […]

Bradley Chase, the Head of Liquidity Products at Ripple, recently spoke with PYMNTS about the transformative role of cryptocurrencies in today’s digital-first world. According to Chase, the digital landscape has shifted, and merchants must adapt to stay competitive. He emphasized that cryptocurrencies are not just a trend but a “digitally native global asset” that appeals […]

On July 13, 2023, District Judge Analisa Torres of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York issued a complex ruling in the SEC vs Ripple Labs lawsuit. Initiated in December 2020, the SEC accused Ripple Labs and its top executives, Bradley Garlinghouse and Christian A. Larsen, of allegedly unlawful offering […]

Panos Mekras, a well-known blockchain consultant and financial technology expert, recently engaged with his social media followers on X to discuss the following investment question: Should one invest in Ripple’s potential IPO or buy XRP tokens? Mekras is the Founder of DigitalGen Financial Services, Co-Founder of Anodos Finance, and the author of “Understanding the Crypto […]

Ripple Labs, a leading player in the cryptocurrency industry, is broadening its reach in Southeast Asia through a strategic alliance with SBI Remit, a subsidiary of the Japanese financial behemoth SBI Group. This collaboration aims to facilitate international money transfers to three Southeast Asian countries: the Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia, utilizing digital asset XRP. The […]

As Ripple explained in a blog post published on 13 April 2023, Liquidity Hub was created to address the inefficiencies in bridging the crypto and fiat world. Apparently, it can function as a standalone solution or as an extension of Ripple’s cross-border payments solution, leveraging its global network to provide partners access to payout rails […]

During his visit to Singapore for TOKEN2049, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse sat down with Bloomberg reporter Annabelle Droulers to discuss a range of topics, including Ripple’s ongoing legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the company’s international expansion, and the broader state of the cryptocurrency industry. Garlinghouse expressed frustration with the SEC’s […]

 Shannon Thorpe, a Business Support Manager at Wells Fargo and a popular financial expert, has recently revealed she believes that price of the native token of the XRP Ledger, $XRP, could be trading at $500 in the future. Thorpe’s prediction is based on Ripple managing to take over cross-border payments using its XRP-powered solutions, which, […]

FinTech firm Ripple, a leading entity in the blockchain and digital asset arena, has announced its intention to acquire Fortress Trust, a financial institution that specializes in Web3 technology. This move aims to fortify the technological foundation for businesses and financial organizations entering the Web3 ecosystem. According to a blog post published by Ripple yesterday, […]

The ongoing legal battle between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple Labs, initiated in December 2020, has taken another significant turn. District Judge Analisa Torres of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York issued a mixed ruling on July 13, 2023. The SEC had accused Ripple and […]

Ripple is broadening its academic affiliations in Europe with the addition of four new institutions to its University Blockchain Research Initiative (UBRI). Now in its fifth year, the UBRI program has enlisted Trinity College Dublin (Ireland), EPITA (France), IE University (Spain), and the University of Trento (Italy) to augment blockchain and cryptocurrency research and education […]

On September 6, 2023, Chris Larsen, the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Ripple Labs, sat down for an interview with Ed Ludlow, co-host of Bloomberg Technology, which is a daily tech news show on Bloomberg TV. U.S. Crypto Policy Criticisms Larsen was highly critical of the United States’ approach to cryptocurrency and blockchain regulation. He […]

Blockchain consultant Panos Mekras, who is the Founder of DigitalGen Financial Services, Co-Founder of startup Anodos Finance, and author of the book “Understanding the Crypto Economy: A Full Guide for Beginners“, recently posted a thread on X (formerly known as Twitter) about the opportunities awaiting XRP holders with the upcoming introduction of a new Automated […]

Popular pseudonymous crypto analyst “CryptoWendyO“, who is the founder of CryptoWendyO Media, recently dissected the ongoing legal saga between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple Labs. She highlighted the case’s broader implications, not just for Ripple and its native token XRP, but for the entire cryptocurrency market. “Wendy O” (aka “Crypto Wendy”) […]

As Ripple prepares for its “community celebration” on September 29 in New York City, speculation has been rife about whether the event will feature significant announcements like an IPO or a full settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). John Deaton, an American who has been closely monitoring the SEC v. Ripple Labs […]

On 31 August 2023, John Deaton, a prominent, highly-respected attorney closely monitoring the U.S. SEC’s lawsuit against FinTech firm Ripple, attacked former hedge fund manager Jim Cramer’s claim (during an episode of CNBC’s “Mad Money”) that the public knows nothing about XRP. Deaton, Managing Partner of Deaton Law Firm, is the founder of CryptoLaw, a website focusing […]

On 1 September 2023, Ripple Labs Inc. filed its opposition to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Motion to Certify Interlocutory Appeal. This move comes as the latest chapter in the ongoing SEC v. Ripple Labs lawsuit, initiated in December 2020. Ripple’s Memorandum of Law in Opposition to Plaintiff’s Motion to Certify Interlocutory Appeal […]

On July 13, 2023, District Judge Analisa Torres of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York delivered her verdict in the legal battle between the SEC and Ripple Labs, initiated in December 2020. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission had initiated legal proceedings against Ripple Labs and its top executives, […]

Despite the ongoing legal complexities with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Ripple Labs and its CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, have announced a “community celebration” for September 29 in New York City. While the event is being touted as a “proper victory party,” it’s important to note that the legal skirmish is far from over. […]

According to Andrew Harris, Senior Platform Associate at Pantera Capital, the ruling by Analisa Nadine Torres, a U.S. district judge of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, could be a game-changer for the crypto industry. Dan Morehead, who previously served as the Head of Macro Trading and CFO at Tiger […]

In a recent interview on the “Digital Perspectives” YouTube channel, Uphold CEO Simon McLoughlin touched on various topics of interest to the XRP community, especially one of his company’s upcoming products (“Vault”). Uphold is a financial services platform that allows users to convert, store, and transact in various assets, including cryptocurrencies, fiat currencies, and precious […]

The SEC v. Ripple Labs lawsuit has been a significant legal battle in the crypto world. On July 13, 2023, Hon. Analisa Torres, a district judge at the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, delivered a complex ruling in the case, which was initiated in December 2020. The SEC had […]

The legal battle between the SEC and Ripple Labs has seen significant developments, with insights provided by Marisa Tashman Coppel, Senior Counsel at Blockchain Association, on X (formerly known as Twitter) on 22 August 2023. Her tweets shed light on recent rulings by Judge Torres and Judge Rakoff of the U.S. District Court for the […]

The legal battle between Ripple Labs and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continues to unfold, with both parties recently informing Judge Analisa Torres about their availability for the upcoming trial. Scheduled to take place in the second quarter of 2024, the trial aims to resolve the lawsuit initiated by the SEC against […]

Earlier today, Ben Armstrong, a prominent figure in the cryptocurrency world, shared a video update about the importance of XRP with his over 1.45 million YouTube channel subscribers. Below is a breakdown of what Armstrong said about the XRP Ledger (XRPL) in this video: Nature and Functionality of XRPL The XRP Ledger is a public […]

In the ongoing saga between U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple Labs, John Deaton, a prominent American attorney who is the owner of the Deaton Law Firm (which is based in East Providence, Rhode Island) and who has been closely monitoring the lawsuit, recently shed light on a potential misstep by Ripple that could […]

Introduction On 21 August 2023, John Deaton, a prominent American attorney who has been closely observing the SEC v. Ripple lawsuit since its inception in December 2020, expressed his concerns regarding the SEC’s approach to cryptocurrency litigation. In a post on X (previously Twitter), Deaton delved into the SEC’s inconsistent arguments and its handling of […]

What Did Judge Torres’ July 13th Ruling Say? On 13 July 2023, Hon. Analisa Torres, a district judge at the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, gave her ruling in the SEC vs Ripple Labs lawsuit, which was initiated in December 2020. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) had filed a lawsuit […]

In a significant development on 13 July 2023, Hon. Analisa Torres of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York delivered her ruling on the lawsuit initiated by the SEC against Ripple Labs and its two senior executives, Bradley Garlinghouse and Christian A. Larsen, in December 2020. The SEC claimed that […]

Yesterday, Mastercard shared insights into the evolving landscape of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and their potential impact on the global financial system. CBDCs, essentially digital versions of government-backed fiat currencies, are gaining traction as a more stable alternative to the speculative nature of cryptocurrencies. Mastercard points out that according to the Bank for International […]

In a recent development in the ongoing legal battle between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple Labs, Ripple’s CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, has expressed his frustration and vehemently countered the SEC’s allegations. The core of the dispute revolves around the SEC’s claim that Ripple and its senior executives, including Garlinghouse and Ripple Co-Founder […]

In a significant legal development from July 13, 2023, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) faced a mixed outcome in its lawsuit against Ripple Labs Inc. and its top executives, Bradley Garlinghouse and Christian A. Larsen. The lawsuit, initiated in December 2020, alleged that Ripple and its leaders had unlawfully offered and sold XRP […]

Ripple, the blockchain-based digital payment network, has been enlisted by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) to be a part of its newly formed cross-border payments interoperability and extension (PIE) task force. This move underscores the growing recognition of blockchain’s potential in reshaping the global payments landscape. The Bank for International Settlements (BIS), headquartered in […]

Climate change is pressing, and the tech world is responding. Enter Ripple, which has just unveiled Centigrade in collaboration with the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI). It’s an open data platform and its mission? To bring some clarity and efficiency to the carbon and nature markets. Centigrade’s vision is straightforward: democratize the carbon credit market. They’re […]

Judge Torres’ Ruling on 13 July 2023 In July 2023, Judge Analisa Torres of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York delivered her decision in the case between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple Labs, which began in December 2020. The SEC accused Ripple Labs and its senior […]