Brad Garlinghouse Called It! ๐ Rippleโs CEO predicted RLUSD would crack the top 5 USD stablecoins by year-end โ and he was spot on. While many questioned the need for *another* stablecoin, RLUSD has defied expectations.
From a humble $170 million market cap in early 2025, RLUSD strategically grew through beta launches, system tests on $XRP Ledger and Ethereum, and key partnerships with Uphold, Bitstamp, and Keyrock. By October 2025, it hit $900 million, signaling serious momentum. ๐
A surge of $400 million minted between late October and early December 2025 (a ~45% increase in supply) cemented its position. RLUSD didnโt rely on hype, but on building trust through regulatory compliance โ securing OCC approval, a NYDFS license, and BNY as its reserves custodian.
This success proves the stablecoin market isnโt a closed game. Strong infrastructure, trusted partners, and clear regulation can pave the way for new players. The future of stablecoins may belong to projects prioritizing institutions, regulation, and long-term utility.
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