Ripple Launches Dollar-Pegged Stablecoin Amid XRP’s Seven-Year Price High

Ripple's Latest Move into Stablecoins Comes as XRP Token Experiences Significant Price Rally

  • Ripple launches RLUSD stablecoin across Ethereum and XRP Ledger networks.
  • RLUSD’s value is maintained through U.S. dollars, government bonds, and cash equivalents.
  • Initial trading platforms include MoonPay, Uphold, Bitso, Archax, and CoinMENA.
  • XRP token reaches $2.82, marking a seven-year high price point.
  • XRP maintains a 122% gain over the past 30 days, currently trading at $2.45.

Ripple, the blockchain payments company, introduced its U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin RLUSD on Tuesday, expanding its digital asset portfolio amid rising XRP prices. The new stablecoin, officially announced Monday, aims to compete in the growing stablecoin market currently dominated by USDT and USDC.

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Asset-Backed Security Structure

RLUSD maintains its 1:1 dollar peg through a combination of:

  • U.S. dollar reserves
  • U.S. government bonds
  • Cash equivalents

The stablecoin operates on both the Ethereum network and XRP Ledger, providing users with cross-chain functionality. Initial trading access is available through select platforms, including:

  • MoonPay
  • Uphold
  • Bitso
  • Archax
  • CoinMENA

XRP Market Performance

The RLUSD launch coincides with substantial gains in XRP’s market value. The native token, which powers Ripple’s payment network, reached $2.82 this month—its highest price in seven years. Current market data from CoinGecko shows XRP trading at $2.45, representing a 122% increase over the past 30 days.

A stablecoin is a cryptocurrency designed to maintain a fixed value, typically pegged to a fiat currency like the U.S. dollar. Unlike volatile cryptocurrencies, stablecoins aim to provide a steady store of value and medium of exchange within digital asset markets.

This development marks Ripple’s first entry into the stablecoin sector, diversifying its services beyond cross-border payment solutions. The company continues to expand its blockchain-based financial products while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.

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