Ripple’s CTO, David Schwartz, has hinted at a potential June launch for its stablecoin, XRP. The stablecoin offers stability and security with 1-to-1 backing by U.S. dollar deposits, aiming to bridge traditional finance and crypto markets. The announcement was made at the XRP Las Vegas conference, sparking discussions in the broader cryptocurrency landscape.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse revealed the company’s venture into the stablecoin realm, citing robust regulatory compliance, financial strength, and a global network as foundations. The upcoming U.S. dollar stablecoin will be backed by a blend of U.S. dollar deposits, government bonds, and cash equivalents in a 1-to-1 ratio, ensuring stability and security for users.
At the XRP Las Vegas conference, Schwartz hinted at a forthcoming disclosure during the XRPL Apex event in Amsterdam on June 11–13. This announcement has ignited excitement within the XRP community and the broader crypto sphere, signaling a potential game-changer for Ripple and its XRP Ledger ecosystem.
The stablecoin promises to unlock new avenues for institutional and decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, leveraging the XRP Ledger’s inherent strengths, including decentralized exchange capabilities and automated market making. The hint comes amid a recovery in the broader cryptocurrency market, with a recent report from Matrixport showing a sustained surge in stablecoin inflows despite Bitcoin’s consolidation since April.
