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Ripple secures EU MiCA license for its $1.6 billion RLUSD Stablecoin. $Ripple received preliminary CASP approval from Luxembourg's CSSF, allowing it to offer crypto asset services across all 30 EEA countries under MiCA. RLUSD can now be used for cross-border payments and settlements across Europe once full authorization is granted 😁

Ripple has officially launched its USD-backed stablecoin RLUSD in Japan, marking a major milestone in the company’s expansion across Asia. Following approval from Japan’s Financial Services Agency (JFSA), RLUSD is now available to both institutional and retail users through SBI The launch delivers on the strategic partnership announced by Ripple and SBI Group in August 2025 and brings regulated USD stablecoin access to one of the world’s most advanced digital asset markets. Ripple and SBI Expand Their Long-Term Partnership Ripple and SBI have been working together since 2016 to expand blockchain use across Japan and Asia-Pacific. With RLUSD now live, they plan to use it for cross-border payments, tokenization, and collateral management.  Ripple says Japan’s clear regulations make it a key market for stablecoins, while SBI called the launch a major step toward the future of on-chain finance.  According to Reece Merrick, Managing Director, Middle East & Africa, Ripple, “following JFSA approval, RLUSD is now live for institutional and retail users on SBI VC Trade’s platform. This builds directly on our long-standing partnership and brings trusted, regulated USD stablecoin access to one of the most innovative markets.” A Fully Regulated USD Stablecoin RLUSD has been approved in Japan as a Type 4 Electronic Payment Instrument. It is fully backed 1:1 by U.S. dollar deposits, Treasuries, and cash equivalents. Reserves are verified through monthly third-party attestations. SBI VC Trade will offer free RLUSD deposits and withdrawals. RLUSD is the second USD stablecoin on the platform after USD Coin. Since launching in late 2024, RLUSD has grown to a market cap of about $1.7 billion. RLUSD on XRPL Is Closing In on Ethereum Meanwhile, the community is getting more interested in RLUSD’s supply distribution across blockchains. According to XRP community members Vet and Bill Morgan, RLUSD circulating on the XRP Ledger is now close to overtaking Ethereum, with roughly $792 million on XRPL compared with about $793 million on Ethereum. Analysts see Ripple is gradually shifting growth toward XRPL, which better aligns with the stablecoin’s core strengths of fast payments and efficient value transfers. Recent customer redemptions on Ethereum have also reduced supply there. With Japan now onboard, Ripple is continuing to position RLUSD as a key piece of regulated global financial infrastructure. $XRP

Ripple is heading toward a decisive July 1 deadline in California that could shape its future in the U.S. financial system. The focus is no longer just on XRP itself, but on how well Ripple aligns with tightening stablecoin regulations. This moment feels like a real test of readiness, whether Ripple can fully operate within a regulated environment or face limitations in one of the world’s most important markets. ▪️RLUSD Moves to the Center RLUSD has quickly become the backbone of Ripple’s evolving strategy. Built as a dollar-backed stablecoin, it is designed to meet compliance standards while enabling fast, low-cost transactions across blockchain networks. What stands out is how Ripple is positioning RLUSD not just as a payment tool, but as infrastructure. It is being integrated into multiple ecosystems, targeting institutional adoption, and aiming to support real-world financial use cases like cross-border settlements and liquidity provisioning. ▪️Impact on XRP’s Future For XRP holders, the big question is how much value flows back to the token. If RLUSD drives higher transaction volume on the XRP Ledger, demand for XRP could strengthen naturally. However, if activity spreads more across other chains, the direct benefit may be less pronounced. ▪️Final Outlook From a personal perspective, this deadline feels like more than just a regulatory checkpoint, it’s a validation moment. If Ripple executes well, RLUSD could anchor a new phase of growth and legitimacy. If not, it may slow momentum at a time when competition in the stablecoin space is intensifying. Either way, the outcome will likely define Ripple’s direction for years ahead. $XRP

XRP remains on the defensive ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy announcement, with traders reducing risk exposure while waiting for clues on the future path of US interest rates. Although the market expects the Fed to leave rates unchanged, attention is firmly on Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's remarks, especially as inflation continues to run at its highest level in three years. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions appear to be easing after reports that the United States and Iran are preparing to sign a peace agreement later this week. The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and progress toward lifting restrictions on Iranian ports have helped improve overall market sentiment, though cryptocurrencies continue to trade cautiously. Despite the softer macro backdrop, XRP remains capped below the key $1.20 resistance level. Broader weakness across the crypto market has limited buying interest, leaving the token vulnerable to another pullback. On the fundamental front, Ripple announced a strategic investment in Flutterwave's Series E funding round. The partnership aims to integrate Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin into Flutterwave's payment infrastructure, expanding stablecoin adoption across Africa. The move strengthens Ripple's push into real-world payment settlements and increases the utility of the XRP Ledger for cross-border transactions. XRP/USDT 4H Technical Outlook XRP's recent rebound from the $1.05 support zone has started to lose momentum after sellers aggressively defended the $1.25-$1.28 resistance area. The rejection suggests that bears remain in control of the short-term trend. Price is currently hovering near $1.20, but momentum indicators are beginning to weaken, signaling fading bullish pressure. As long as XRP remains below the major resistance zone, the overall structure favors sellers. A drop below $1.19 could accelerate downside pressure toward $1.12, with the key $1.05 support level remaining the main bearish target. A break beneath that floor may trigger a deeper decline. For a stronger bullish reversal, XRP needs to reclaim and close above $1.28. Such a breakout could open the path toward $1.36-$1.39, followed by additional resistance levels near $1.46 and $1.55. Until a breakout occurs, XRP is likely to remain range-bound, with traders closely monitoring the battle between buyers and sellers around current levels. #Xrp $XRP