Ripple

On April 22, Ripple Labs filed a rebuttal to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) push for nearly $2 billion in penalties. The move comes as the latest development in the ongoing court case between the two parties, which has been raging since December 2020. The SEC has accused Ripple of raising $1.3 billion through […]

In a recent appearance on Fox Business’s “Mornings with Maria,” hosted by Maria Bartiromo, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse provided insightful commentary on the current state and the future of the cryptocurrency market. Garlinghouse opened the discussion with an overview of the cryptocurrency market’s performance, noting a significant uptick in the past six months, with Bitcoin […]

On April 9, BCB Group announced that it had transitioned its digital asset custody operations to Metaco’s custody orchestration platform. BCB Group is a London-based financial services company specializing in the digital asset sector. They are Europe’s top provider of business accounts and trading services for companies that operate with cryptocurrencies. Some of their major […]

Last Friday, Kevin Paffrath, on his highly popular YouTube channel Meet Kevin, kicked off the discussion by highlighting Ripple’s landmark victory in July 2023, when the SEC declared that the XRP token is not inherently a security. Paffrath pointed out how this regulatory win was a pivotal moment for Ripple, setting a precedent for the […]

Ripple, a leading provider of enterprise blockchain and crypto solutions, announced its plans to launch a stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the US dollar (USD) on April 4, 2024. The stablecoin will be fully backed by a reserve of US dollar deposits, short-term US government treasuries, and other cash equivalents, with monthly attestations published by a […]

On July 13, 2023, in the case of SEC v. Ripple Labs, Inc., document number 2023 WL 4507900 in the Southern District of New York, Judge Analisa Torres ruled in a summary judgment that while Ripple’s direct sales of XRP to institutional buyers were considered securities transactions, its sales on secondary trading platforms were not. […]

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has once again taken aim at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), asserting that the regulator is destined to fail in its attempts to classify Ethereum (ETH) as a security, just as it did with Ripple’s XRP token. Garlinghouse’s comments come on the heels of a heated debate sparked by […]

Yesterday, in a post on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), Brad Garlinghouse, the CEO of Ripple, shared his thoughts on the current state of the cryptocurrency market. Garlinghouse, who has experienced multiple cycles of “crypto is back,” emphasized the importance of real-world utility accompanying the current bullish sentiment. Garlinghouse’s comments come amidst […]

As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the need for efficient, secure, and cost-effective cross-border payment solutions has never been more pressing. Central banks around the globe are exploring the potential of digital currencies to transform the international financial landscape, and XRP, the native cryptocurrency of the XRP Ledger, has features that could make it a […]

In a fascinating revelation from the early days of cryptocurrency, an email exchange from 2009 has surfaced, showcasing Bitcoin founder Satoshi Nakamoto’s praise for the Ripple project. This exchange allegedly involves Martti ‘Sirius’ Malmi, an active Bitcoin developer from 2009 to 2011, who played a crucial role in the initial development and growth of Bitcoin, […]

The Commercial International Bank (CIB), one of Egypt’s largest banks, has partnered with fintech firm Ripple to incorporate blockchain technology into its operations, aiming to enhance the efficiency of cross-border payments. CIB is also venturing into the world of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) by enabling customers to create unique and collectible digital tokens in an initiative […]

Yesterday, during an interview on Bloomberg TV’s “Bloomberg Crypto,” Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse shared his perspectives on the need for clearer cryptocurrency regulations, the future of spot crypto ETFs, and the potential impact of the 2024 elections on the crypto industry. Here’s a detailed exploration of the key points discussed: The Quest for Regulatory Clarity […]

Oliver Segovia, a Senior Director and the head of Product Market for payments at Ripple, has recently hinted at a major announcement for the company’s customers and users in the US. Segovia revealed, as first reported by CryptoPotato that Ripple is set to launch new product updates in the U.S., leveraging its money transmitter licenses […]

As CryptoGlobe reported, on January 31, the cryptocurrency world was shaken by the news of a massive hack targeting Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen’s personal wallet, resulting in the theft of $112 million worth of XRP. This incident has been marked as the largest hack of 2024 to date. Larsen, who is the executive chairman of […]

On January 16, day two of Davos 2024, Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of US crypto company Ripple, engaged in a conversation with CNBC Senior Tech Correspondent Arjun Kharpal, discussing various aspects of Ripple’s future, blockchain technology, and the crypto industry’s progression. SEC’s Stance and Gary Gensler’s Role Garlinghouse expressed his views on the U.S. SEC and […]

Background of the Incident The SEC’s official X (formerly known as Twitter) account erroneously stated on 9 January 2024 that the commission had approved all spot Bitcoin ETF applications. This announcement led to a significant reaction in the Bitcoin market, with the BTC price momentarily surging from around $46,605 to $47,886. SEC’s Clarification and Market […]

Navigating the Currents As XRP sails through choppy waters of legal battles and market fluctuations, its future trajectory in 2024 and beyond remains an intriguing mystery. Analysts, like oracles whispering possibilities, propose captivating price points – $1, $3, even $5 – but the path to these horizons shimmers with uncertainty. This report uses Bard, Google’s […]

In December 2020, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) initiated a significant lawsuit against Ripple Labs, including its executives Bradley Garlinghouse and Christian A. Larsen. The case, centered around allegations that Ripple conducted an unregistered securities offering through its sale of XRP, has been a focal point in the crypto industry, particularly concerning the […]

On December 20, 2023, Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, shared his predictions for the year 2024 on social media platform X, focusing on the evolving landscape of blockchain technology and its intersection with other sectors. His insights cover a range of topics from AI integration to the rise of stablecoins. 1. AI and Blockchain […]

On 19 December 2023, Monica Long, the President of Ripple, shared her predictions for the cryptocurrency landscape in 2024 on social media platform X. Her insights reflect a vision of significant evolution and maturation in the crypto industry. Here’s a detailed breakdown of her key predictions and statements: Breaking the Speculative Hype Cycle: Long anticipates […]

Introduction Fiona Murray, Managing Director of APAC at Ripple, has shared insightful predictions for the cryptocurrency landscape in 2024. Her projections, particularly focusing on the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, suggest a pivotal year ahead for institutional adoption and blockchain integration in financial services. Murray, currently serving as the Managing Director at Ripple since November 2023, has […]

Introduction In a thought-provoking piece for InsideSources, Professor J.W. Verret from George Mason University scrutinizes the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) current regulatory approach towards the cryptocurrency industry. He particularly focuses on the SEC’s interactions with major industry players and the implications of key legal battles, such as SEC v. Ripple. J.W. Verret is […]

On 14 December 2023, Ripple released a 23-page report titled “CBDCs: The Digital Evolution of Money,” which provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolving role of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and stablecoins in the modern financial ecosystem. The report offers an insightful perspective on how these digital currencies are set to digitize economies and […]

In December 2020, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) initiated a lawsuit against Ripple Labs (and two of its executives, Bradley Garlinghouse and Christian A. Larsen), which centered around the allegation that Ripple conducted an unregistered securities offering through its sale of XRP, a digital asset. This case has been a significant point of […]

Ripple’s annual Swell conference, which was held this year in Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai (November 8-9, 2023), was a convergence point for over 600 leaders from the payments, financial services, and blockchain sectors. In a blog post dated 8 December 2023, Ripple shared detailed insights from the event, focusing on the evolving business landscape of crypto […]

U.S. District Judge Robert J. Shelby, serving in the District Court of Utah, issued an order on 30 November 2023, raising the possibility of sanctions against SEC attorneys. These potential sanctions stem from making “misleading” claims about Debt Box, a crypto firm, allegedly moving assets and investor funds overseas, resulting in a court-ordered freeze of […]

Africa’s Financial Landscape and Market Potential According to a recently published guide by Ripple (titled “Faster Payments into Africa”), Africa presents a substantial market opportunity, valued at $2.7 trillion, set to become a key driver in global business. Ripple says the continent has witnessed a remarkable increase in fintechs, especially in the payments sector, responding […]

Introduction to Key Industry Figures and Their Interactions In a series of engaging discussions on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), several prominent figures in the crypto space shared insights and opinions that shed light on personal investment strategies, legal battles, and the impact on the broader crypto industry. Caitlin Long’s Praise for John […]

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 […]