XRP Ledger Could Unlock $196 Trillion Market with RealFi Integration

The Central banks and institutions are exploring blockchain technology beyond the hype around cryptocurrencies. Ripple aims to enhance cross-border settlements and real-world assets, positioning XRP to potentially move trillions in value.

The Settlement Layer No One Saw Coming

  • The XRP Ledger (XRPL) may unlock a $196 trillion market through RealFi and blockchain-powered finance.
  • Teucrium CEO Sal Gilbertie asserts that XRP and Ripple will tokenize the financial system.
  • XRP's role is evolving from simple transactions to a foundational tool for asset tokenization.
  • Ripple's acquisition of a broker-dealer moves it closer to traditional financial market integration.
  • This development is viewed as a key step toward merging traditional finance with DeFi.

XRP Moves Into Institutional Payment Rails

  • Ripple CTO David Schwartz reports banks are integrating XRP for payments.
  • Ripple Bank will utilize the XRP Ledger for all payments, using XRP as the core asset.
  • Schwartz notes that while partnerships with banks appear promising, the internal processes are slow.
  • Many banks engage for optics rather than genuine progress.

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