Ripple (XRP) is facing a new turning point at the intersection of the global financial market and the virtual asset industry.

Marking the 10th anniversary of Ripple Swell, several developments are emerging simultaneously: △the granting of a trust bank charter by U.S. financial authorities △the business expansion of the stablecoin RLUSD △and discussions surrounding the role of XRP. In particular, market attention is focusing on Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse, who has repeatedly emphasized the importance of XRP.

■ CEO Garlinghouse Reiterates 'XRP as a Core Strategic Asset'

Even as financial institutions' interest in RLUSD grows, CEO Garlinghouse has conveyed the message that XRP remains Ripple's core strategic asset.

He stressed that Ripple's business strategy must have a positive impact on the XRP ecosystem. This is interpreted as a statement connecting Ripple's expansion of financial infrastructure with the potential utility of XRP.

■ XRP and RLUSD Have Different Roles

A notable aspect of Ripple's strategy is the relationship between XRP and RLUSD.

RLUSD is a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar. Based on its price stability, it can be used for payments and settlement.

In contrast, XRP is the native asset of the XRP Ledger (XRPL), used for paying transaction fees and operating the network. In some international payment structures, it can serve as an intermediary asset (bridge).

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