Block's head of Bitcoin product, Miles Suter, firmly rejected integrating XRP into the Cash App ecosystem, stating "never" in response to user inquiries. Instead, Block has launched free USDC stablecoin transfers for its 59 million users across multiple blockchains, with an option to convert USDC directly into Bitcoin. This move aligns with Block's strategy to promote Bitcoin as the main internet currency, viewing stablecoins like USDC as a technological bridge rather than a replacement for fiat money. While XRP integration is currently off the table, future market demands or Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin could challenge Block's Bitcoin-centric approach.
Bitcoin fell back to $64,000 after reaching a monthly peak of $65,500 due to profit-taking and geopolitical tensions from Iranian strikes on U.S. bases. Most altcoins also declined as bearish sentiment dominated the market, with XRP futures showing i...
Ripple's Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty urges Senate to pass the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, warning that rejecting it would leave 67 million US crypto holders vulnerable to fraud and bad actors. The bill aims to clarify regulatory authori...
Whales have accumulated 70 million XRP over the past week, showing strong confidence despite XRP's price consolidating below resistance levels. The XRP Ledger surpassed 8 million activated accounts, indicating growing network adoption across payments...
The EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation fully took effect on July 1, 2026, ending a transitional period for non-compliant crypto platforms. Major players like Coinbase, Ripple, and Bitstamp secured licenses in Luxembourg, becoming key gat...
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has exceeded 8 million activated accounts, marking significant growth driven by institutional interest and AI integration. Originally built for fast cross-border payments, XRPL now supports tokenization of real-world assets, dec...
