Altcoins News
By Maheen Hernandez
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Ripple’s newly introduced stablecoin, RLUSD, is steadily gaining traction in the crypto space. Its latest milestone is a high-profile listing on Gemini, the U.S.
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The statement was made by Reece Merrick, Ripple’s Managing Director for the Middle East and Africa, who took to social media to share the news.
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Introduced in December 2024, RLUSD is Ripple’s answer to the growing demand for blockchain-native, fiat-pegged digital currencies.
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Interestingly, the pace of RLUSD minting has slowed recently. According to blockchain monitoring data, the last issuance occurred on April 25, when three separate batches…
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Beyond market activity, Ripple is also leveraging RLUSD for social impact. In a gesture aimed at education reform, Ripple introduced a $25 million donation in RLUSD to support U.S.
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Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse emphasized the company's goal of supporting classrooms across the country.
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Teach For America’s CEO, Aneesh Sohoni, welcomed the donation, noting that it will bolster several of the organization’s key programs.
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This philanthropic use of RLUSD reflects Ripple’s vision of positioning the stablecoin not just as a transactional asset but also as a tool for social good.
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The Gemini listing, combined with Ripple’s educational donation, signals a two-pronged strategy: expand RLUSD’s market presence while reinforcing Ripple’s reputation as a…
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Looking ahead, the trajectory of RLUSD will depend on multiple factors, including broader adoption, stablecoin regulations, and continued integration within Ripple’s payment…
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