EVERY Single Bank Is Now Flipping | Huge Ripple XRP News

Stablecoin Market Growth & Regulatory Landscape - Stablecoin market cap increased by $442 billion (442,000 million) in the last 7 days, reaching approximately $2625 billion (2,625,000 million) [1] - The SEC is now indicating support for onchain stablecoins, potentially enabling instantaneous settlement payments for securities [4][5] - The Genius Act has been signed into law, marking the first federal legislation to regulate stablecoins [12] - The Clarity Act, aimed at creating a broader regulatory structure for crypto, has passed the House and is moving to the Senate [14] - Industry anticipates stablecoins reaching $300+ billion by the end of the year, with potential for trillions upon passage of the Clarity Act [11] Banking Sector's Embrace of Stablecoins - Major banks are showing increased interest in stablecoins, driven by fear of missing out (FOMO) and regulatory developments [2][3][25][29] - Western Union is exploring offering stablecoin products in its digital wallets [16][19] - Deutsche Bank is considering issuing its own crypto stablecoin [21] - Citigroup is considering issuing its own stablecoin to facilitate digital payments [21] - JP Morgan has filed a trademark for JPMD, a deposit token being piloted on base, which embodies stablecoin characteristics [21][22][23] - Bank of America CEO indicated stablecoins are inevitable and hinted at launching its own token pegged to USD deposit accounts if regulations allow [26] Ripple's Role & XRP - The SEC's shift in stance towards stablecoins is seen as beneficial for Ripple, which has been focused on real-time payments and stablecoin on/off ramps [7][8][9] - Ripple's mission is "building the internet of value," enabling the world to move value like information [9] - Bank of America and Ripple have a long-term partnership, with Bank of America potentially using XRP after the SEC lawsuit concludes [30][31] - XRP is positioned as a bridge between walled garden deposit tokens and stablecoins issued by banks [24]