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Is Ripple About to Dominate Stablecoins with USDC on XRPL?

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Vignesh S G and Sohrab Khawas

USDC, the world’s second-largest stablecoin by market cap, has officially launched on the XRP Ledger (XRPL), and it’s already shaking up the industry. Ripple advocate and CryptoLaw founder John Deaton hailed the move as a major milestone—one that could reshape the stablecoin landscape.

So, what does this mean for XRP, Ripple, and the broader crypto ecosystem?

Let’s break it down.

Why USDC on XRPL Is a Big Deal

USDC currently holds a market cap of $61 billion, trailing only Tether ($155B). With this launch, developers and institutions can mint and redeem USDC directly on XRPL, unlocking new possibilities for payments, DeFi, and enterprise adoption.

XRPL is already known for ultra-fast transactions and low fees, and now it has a highly liquid and regulated stablecoin to boost its real-world use cases.

John Deaton Reacts: “A Win for XRP and Ripple”

Ripple’s long-time legal ally John Deaton celebrated the move, calling it a “significant step” for both XRPL and the entire XRP ecosystem.

His message is clear: This isn’t just a partnership—it’s a power move.

Ripple vs Circle? Stablecoin Rivalry Heats Up

Some experts suggest that Circle’s move to launch USDC on XRPL might be a strategic push to challenge Ripple’s dominance in global payments.

Rumors even hint at a rejected $5 billion acquisition offer from Ripple to Circle—a bold play that never went through. Now, Circle seems to be collaborating, not competing, by building on Ripple’s blockchain instead.

Regardless, the launch is expected to boost XRPL adoption and bring more innovation to the ecosystem.

DeFi Surge on XRPL: Is a Price Rally Coming?

DeFi activity on XRPL is already on the rise.

  • TVL in early Sept 2024: $14.21M
  • Late Sept 2024: $67.66M
  • Mid-Jan 2025: $87.27M
  • Current TVL: $56.61M

This growth in Total Value Locked (TVL) is a positive signal for investors, often correlating with increased demand and rising token prices.

In fact, XRP has surged 339.8% over the past year, outperforming both Bitcoin and Ethereum.

  • September 2024: +7.98%
  • January 2025: +46%

Stablecoin Ecosystem on XRPL: Who’s Dominating?

The total stablecoin market cap on XRPL stands at $91.06 million, with USDC entering the arena:

  • RLUSD: $85.88M (94.32% dominance)
  • TBILL: $5.18M (5.68% dominance)

The ecosystem saw a 37.82% jump in 7 days, and with USDC now in the mix, the competition and liquidity could soon surge.

Final Thoughts: Is XRPL Becoming a Stablecoin Powerhouse?

With USDC’s integration, XRPL strengthens its position as a go-to blockchain for stablecoins, institutional payments, and decentralized finance. The move is seen as a strategic turning point for Ripple and its entire network—one that could shape the future of enterprise blockchain adoption.

FAQs

What is USDC and why is its launch on XRPL significant?

USDC is the world’s second-largest stablecoin. Its launch on the XRP Ledger brings regulated, highly liquid stablecoin functionality to XRPL, enabling faster, cheaper payments and boosting DeFi and enterprise adoption

How does USDC integration benefit the XRP Ledger?

USDC increases XRPL’s liquidity, attracts institutional users, and enables new use cases in payments, DeFi, and cross-chain transactions

What other stablecoins are active on XRPL?

RLUSD and TBILL are currently the leading stablecoins on XRPL by market cap, but USDC’s entry is likely to increase competition and liquidity

Vignesh S G and Sohrab Khawas

Vignesh is a young journalist with a decade of experience. A proud alumnus of IIJNM, Bengaluru, he spent six years as a Sub-Editor for a leading business magazine, published from Kerala. His interest in futuristic technologies took him to a US-based software company specialising in Web3, Blockchain and AI. This stint inspired him to view the future of journalism through the lens of next generation technologies. Now, he covers the crypto scene for Coinpedia, uncovering a vibrant new world where technology and journalism converge.

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