Ripple Announces $550M Deployed To XRPL—Here’s What Changes In 2026
Ripple (CRYPTO: XRP) has deployed over $550 million to XRP Ledger ecosystem since 2017 as it shifts to distributed funding with new FinTech Builder Program and regional hubs.
The Funding Shift
Ripple invested billions to support XRP Ledger growth over the past decade.
Since 2017, over $550 million flowed directly into ecosystem initiatives supporting nearly 200 projects worldwide across payments, DeFi, tokenization, AI, and enterprise applications.
The funding model is shifting in 2026. Historically, most capital flowed through Ripple-supported initiatives like XRPL Grants.
Now, independent organizations, regional hubs, and venture partners will play larger roles in supporting builders.
The New Programs
Ripple launched the FinTech Builder Program for startups building institutional-grade financial applications including stablecoin payments, credit infrastructure, and regulated services.
Unlike traditional grants, this provides structured support from product design to market launch. The program includes accelerator partnerships with …
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