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Ripple CTO Debunks 'We Don't Need XRP' Rumors

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Thu, 25/04/2024 - 8:08
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Ripple CTO Debunks 'We Don't Need XRP' Rumors
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In a recent development, David Schwartz, the CTO at Ripple, addressed concerns raised by some members of the XRP community regarding the necessity of XRP in light of Ripple's latest venture into stablecoin territory.

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Earlier this month, Ripple made headlines by unveiling its own dollar-pegged stablecoin, set to be issued later this year. Backed by U.S. dollar deposits, short-term treasury bonds and other cash equivalents, the token marks a significant milestone in Ripple's expansion efforts. Initially deployed as an ERC-20 standard token, it promises to enhance the efficiency and stability of transactions within the ecosystem.

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Amid the buzz surrounding the stablecoin announcement, questions arose regarding the role of XRP in Ripple's future payment solutions. Addressing these concerns, David Schwartz emphasized the strategic importance of XRP in the company's vision. Contrary to speculation suggesting redundancy, Schwartz clarified that the introduction of the stablecoin does not diminish the significance of XRP in facilitating seamless cross-border transactions.

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Schwartz highlighted the pivotal role of payment software capable of settling with XRP, underscoring its superiority in certain scenarios. He emphasized Ripple's commitment to providing users with the best possible experience, leveraging XRP where it excels while acknowledging its limitations in other contexts.

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Schwartz's remarks serve to debunk any notions of XRP's diminishing relevance within the Ripple ecosystem. Instead, he emphasized the importance of ensuring that users have access to the most suitable payment methods for their needs, whether it be XRP or the new stablecoin.

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