Bitwise
Bitwise files Amendment #4 for XRP ETF with NYSE listing and 0.34% fee—analysts call this the final step before SEC approval. With October 20 deadline approaching and 100% approval odds, XRP could see billions in institutional inflows as crypto ETFs enter mainstream finance.
stablecoin
Ripple partners with World Central Kitchen, Water.org, GiveDirectly, and Mercy Corps to deliver humanitarian aid through RLUSD stablecoin. Since blockchain payments now settle in hours instead of days, this transforms how emergency assistance reaches vulnerable communities.
Evernorth Holdings Inc
Evernorth's XRPN debuts on Nasdaq with $1B in XRP—but is this treasury model better than spot or leveraged ETFs? We break down premium valuation, yield potential, and risk factors to help investors choose the right XRP exposure vehicle.
Canary Capital
Canary Capital removes delaying amendment from XRP ETF filing, targeting November 13 launch. Strategic move bypasses SEC shutdown delays while Bloomberg analysts project 95% approval odds and $5-10B first-month inflows. XRP's regulatory clarity advantage positions it ahead of altcoin competitors.
Mastercard
Mastercard's $2B Zero Hash acquisition talks elevate RLUSD integration significance. The payments giant's potential ownership of XRP Ledger infrastructure provider could accelerate institutional stablecoin adoption and strengthen Ripple's ecosystem positioning.
Western Union
While everyone focused on Western Union choosing Solana, they missed the real story: WU spent $500M to acquire Intermex—a proven XRP ODL user since 2020. This isn't Solana vs XRP; it's validation that bridge currencies are irreplaceable
Wisdom Tree
BNY Mellon's digital asset partnerships create perfect storm for XRP institutional adoption. America's oldest bank now provides custody, compliance & infrastructure needed for enterprise-scale Ripple deployment. Regulatory clarity + institutional backing = game changer.
Uphold Inc
Uphold partners with Exactly Protocol to launch crypto-backed Visa credit card & yield earning. Borrow against Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, USDC without selling. Florida & Latin America Dec 2025, broader US Q1 2026. DeFi goes mainstream.
Ripple
Ripple-backed Evernorth amasses $1B in XRP ahead of historic Nasdaq SPAC debut. With backing from SBI, Pantera, and Kraken, the firm aims to become the world's largest public XRP treasury.
Western Union
Western Union pilots stablecoin settlement to move away from SWIFT and modernize remittances following GENIUS Act passage. The 173-year-old giant aims to cut costs, speed transfers, and reduce reliance on correspondent banks. What does this mean for XRP?
White House Crypto Advisory Board
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse leads race for White House crypto advisory council seat, potentially reshaping XRP regulations and U.S. digital asset policy. His Mar-a-Lago meeting with Trump puts him at the forefront of crypto's regulatory future.
IBM
IBM launches Digital Asset Haven with Dfns—a platform enabling institutions to manage digital assets across 40+ blockchains. Major implications for XRP's institutional adoption and cross-border payment utility as enterprise crypto infrastructure matures.