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Tokenization Megatrend: Grayscale Names ETH, SOL, LINK in $30B Market

Grayscale Research said Ethereum, Solana, Canton, Avalanche, BNB Chain, and Chainlink are positioned to benefit as tokenized assets expand. The firm estimated tokenized assets at about $30 billion, up 217% year-over-year. Key Takeaways: Grayscale identified Ethereum, Solana, Canton, Avalanche, BNB Chain, and Chainlink as key beneficiaries of tokenization growth. Tokenized assets reached about $30…
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XRP Reaches 5M+ Merchants Through Rakuten Wallet Integration

Rakuten Wallet added XRP access to one of Japan’s largest consumer payment networks, a rollout highlighted by a Ripple manager on April 30. Users can convert Rakuten Points into XRP, trade in-app, and charge Rakuten Cash through Rakuten Wallet for spending via Rakuten Pay…
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Ripple Opens Dubai HQ as Regulated Payments Demand Rises

Ripple expanded its Dubai presence with a new regional headquarters to support Middle East and Africa growth. The office adds capacity to double its regional team as demand rises for regulated blockchain payment and custody solutions. Key Takeaways: Ripple opened a Dubai headquarters to expand Middle East and Africa operations. Regional demand is rising for regulated blockchain payment, custody…
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XRP Eyes Bigger US Payments Role Amid Fed Access Talks

Evernorth CEO Asheesh Birla linked XRP to a potential U.S. payments shift as policymakers weigh limited Federal Reserve account access for stablecoin issuers. The proposal frames XRP as a possible dollar movement rail if RLUSD qualifies under the structure. Key…
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Ripple, Bullish Expand Institutional Access to BTC Options Trading

Ripple Prime clients gained direct BTC options access through Bullish on April 29, expanding institutional derivatives trading. The rollout enables RLUSD use in options trading and connects clients to one of the largest regulated BTC options markets by open interest. Key Takeaways: Ripple Prime clients can now trade BTC options on Bullish using RLUSD. Institutional users gain faster execution…
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RLUSD Goes Live on OKX With XRP Pair and 280+ Markets

Ripple and OKX announced on April 29 that RLUSD is now live on eligible OKX markets, adding 280+ spot pairs and derivatives collateral support. The rollout includes XRP/RLUSD trading, XRPL deposits and withdrawals, and access to OKX’s unified order book. Key…
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Stand With Crypto Calls for Urgent Senate Action on CLARITY Act

Crypto legislation pressure intensified as Stand With Crypto urged the Senate Banking Committee to take action on the CLARITY Act. The campaign targets a markup that could move federal digital asset rules closer to consideration. Key Takeaways: Stand With Crypto pressed lawmakers to move CLARITY Act review forward. Senate Banking Committee action could accelerate clearer digital asset…
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