Cross-Border Payments, DeFi Pools, and Asia Expansion

[AIcash]

Since launching in late 2024, RLUSD has exceeded $700 million in market capitalization. The stablecoin is now used in Ripple’s cross-border payments network and in decentralized finance pools. Ripple has partnered with DBS and Franklin Templeton in Singapore to add RLUSD to asset management offerings and expanded access in Africa to support remittances and payments.

Brad Garlinghouse confirmed redemptions are live on Ethereum, with XRP Ledger support coming soon. The firm also plans a 2026 launch in Japan with SBI under Financial Services Agency regulations, continuing RLUSD’s growth as a bridge between traditional finance and crypto.

[EmTeam]

RLUSD crossing $700M cap in under a year is impressive From cross-border payments to DeFi pools, adoption looks strong.

[Rimon Khan]

Partnerships with DBS + Franklin Templeton plus expansion into Africa = serious utility. RLUSD is positioning itself beyond just another stablecoin.