SWIFT has unveiled a vision for multi-rail cross-border payments using blockchain technology, emphasizing interoperability and integration with existing banking systems. This move draws comparisons to Ripple, which has long offered multi-rail settlement via traditional rails, XRP, and stablecoins, enabling faster and more efficient cross-border transactions. While some see SWIFT's strategy as catching up, others view Ripple and SWIFT as complementary players in a future where interoperable payment networks coexist. The evolution reflects growing demand for faster, cost-effective, and flexible global payment solutions.
XRP and Cardano (ADA) prices dropped significantly due to the US Senate shelving the CLARITY Act to prioritize other legislation, reducing the bill's chances of passing before the August 8 recess. XRP fell 4.8% to $1.05, and ADA declined 6.45% to $0....
Bitcoin fell 2.7% to about $63,200 following a sharp sell-off in Asian equity markets, notably Korea's Kospi which dropped over 10%. The tech sector was pressured by worries over AI infrastructure investments exceeding $750 billion, causing Nvidia sh...
XRP is trading in a tight range near $1.10–$1.11, forming a bullish symmetrical triangle pattern that suggests a potential breakout toward $1.35. Positive market indicators like funding rates and a 30-day Z-Score above zero indicate growing buying mo...
South Korean crypto exchange Upbit began trading Ripple USD (RLUSD) against the Korean won, Bitcoin, and Tether on July 28, 2026. Deposits and withdrawals are supported exclusively on the XRP Ledger, requiring destination tags for proper crediting. T...
Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin has been listed on Upbit, South Korea's biggest cryptocurrency exchange, offering trading pairs with KRW, BTC, and USDT. Upbit controls about 70% of the South Korean crypto market, making this listing significant for RLUSD's...
