Ripple, a leading real-time gross settlement systems provider, is set to expand its Ripple Payments services in the United States, using XRP as the primary bridge currency. This expansion comes after a relatively subdued presence in the U.S. market for the past three years, with plans to introduce new product updates driven by money transmitter licenses (MTLs) that cover a substantial portion of states. With the majority of its business conducted outside the U.S., Ripple aims to capitalize on its global standing by enhancing its services within the U.S. market, leveraging its expertise in blockchain technology and payments to offer streamlined cross-border transaction solutions.
To kick off this development, Ripple will host a meet-up at its newly established headquarters in San Francisco, featuring a panel discussion led by company executives and a contribution from Chief Technology Officer David Schwartz on Ripple’s blockchain and payments outlook for 2024. The company is also actively recruiting talent across various global locations, including Bangalore, San Francisco, Toronto, and London. The expansion signifies a strategic move for Ripple, positioning the company to play a crucial role in reshaping cross-border payments within the United States.
Ripple Payments is a service that uses XRP as a bridge currency, providing benefits such as swift transaction settlements, cost-effectiveness compared to traditional methods, transaction transparency via a public ledger, and security through a consensus mechanism. This expansion highlights Ripple’s commitment to transforming cross-border payments in the U.S., presenting an opportunity for the company to further establish its presence in the market and showcase the advantages of its payment services utilizing XRP.