RLUSD: Why Ripple’s Stablecoin Addresses Where XRP Falls Short

Ripple’s stablecoin, RLUSD, is designed to fill a specific niche within the financial ecosystem, addressing where XRP falls short, according to experts. Unlike XRP, which shines in fast, low-cost international payments, RLUSD offers price certainty and compliance that are crucial for traditional finance operations like on-and-offramps, trade collateralization, business payouts, and foreign exchange settlement. This targeted approach underscores the need for distinct tools within Ripple’s ecosystem.