New York’s financial regulatory authority is reportedly close to approving a new stablecoin from Ripple. According to sources familiar with the matter, the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) has indicated that Ripple’s stablecoin, RLUSD, is on track for approval, with a potential launch date set for December 4.
Ripple’s primary focus lies in its decentralized payment platform, RippleNet, which leverages blockchain technology to deliver faster and more cost-effective solutions for global transactions. This system serves as a modern alternative to SWIFT, the traditional international payment network.
Ripple’s crypto, XRP, plays a key role in these transactions by acting as the linking currency. However, XRP’s legal status remains uncertain in the United States due to ongoing litigation with the SEC, which alleges that XRP is not a registered security.
The legal battle, currently at the appeals stage, has created significant market uncertainty for XRP. Back in 2020, XRP’s value dropped by over 50%, with its market capitalization shrinking by $16 billion when the commission filed the lawsuit against Ripple. For much of the past four years, XRP’s price has struggled to surpass $1.
Following Trump’s electoral victory on November 5, XRP experienced a significant price surge, fueled by hopes that his administration will implement crypto-friendly policies. Currently, XRP is the fifth-biggest crypto with a market capitalization exceeding $99 billion.
Ripple’s decision to launch a stablecoin aims to provide a stable digital currency alternative for customers seeking to avoid the volatility and regulatory uncertainties associated with XRP. Ripple is also positioning itself to compete with other well-established stablecoin providers in the U.S., such as Gemini, Circle, and Paxos.
For now, most stablecoin regulatory oversight occurs at the state level. The NYDFS is renowned for its strict regulatory standards, requiring companies offering digital assets to meet high thresholds for consumer protection, transparency, and security.
Businesses in New York can operate in this space by getting a limited-purpose trust charter, as in the case of Gemini and Paxos, or through a BitLicense, which permits platforms like Robinhood and Coinbase to manage cryptocurrency trading and storage.
Ripple recently strengthened its regulatory standing by acquiring Standard Custody and Trust Company, which is a limited-purpose trust firm licensed by the NYDFS. Upon approval, Standard Custody will issue RLUSD.
Ripple’s planned rollout of the stablecoin includes partnerships with key payment providers such as Uphold, Bitstamp, and Moonpay, aiming for a seamless introduction to the market. Blockchain technology firms like MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ: MSTR) will be interested in watching how the new stablecoin is launched and the traction it garners.
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