Ripple is continuing to expand its reach in the stablecoin market, aiming to integrate its token RLUSD with USDC, which could significantly alter the financial landscape.
Ripple's Strategy for RLUSD Growth
Earlier in 2025, Ripple attempted to acquire USDC issuer Circle with a $4 to $5 billion bid, which was declined. Ripple's interest in Circle stems from USDC's strong institutional backing and massive market cap of $61 billion. Currently, Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin has grown to a market cap of $320 million, but it lags well behind USDC and USDT. Ripple aims to close this gap by promoting RLUSD through its payment networks and strategic partnerships.
XRP Price Predictions and Impact of Stablecoins
An analyst on the 24hrsCrypto YouTube channel shared bold views on XRP's price movement if RLUSD and USDC integration takes place. He predicts that XRP could rise to $43 in the next two years, which he considers a conservative estimate. He emphasizes that XRP will become a crucial intermediary for capital movement, transforming the financial system. To support a combined market cap of $1.5 trillion, XRP would need to achieve a market cap between $2.5 and $3.5 trillion.
The Role of XRP Ledger and Automated Market Makers
The analyst describes the XRP Ledger as the original decentralized exchange, developed since 2012. With the introduction of Automated Market Makers (AMMs), liquidity will become more efficient compared to traditional order books. He calls liquidity the 'secret sauce' necessary for successful financial transactions and tokenized asset movements. Ripple is building infrastructure to ensure the required liquidity for many new forms of value entering the blockchain.
The integration of RLUSD and USDC, along with Ripple's expansion into the stablecoin sector, underscores a significant shift in the global financial system. XRP is expected to be an important tool in this process, facilitating transformations and providing liquidity.
