Lecture on FedNow, Ripple, and XRP Interconnections

Introduction

• Topic: Exploration of connections between FedNow, Ripple, and XRP.
• Additional Points: Addressing community debates between XLM and XRP.

Background

• XLM vs XRP Debate:
  • Stellar Builders X account criticized XRP for focusing on lawsuits.
  • Stellar XLM's connection with XRP: Initially funded by XRP ecosystem.
  • Personal decision to convert XLM to XRP due to lack of perceived value in XLM.
  • Disagreement with XLM founder’s political contributions.

Personal Stance

• Reasons for Moving to XRP:
  • Fundamental similarities between XLM and XRP.
  • Disaccord with XLM founder's political moves.
  • Belief in XRP’s potential and the extensive network and partnerships.
  • Future focus on XRP, HBAR, and other cryptocurrencies.

US Government and XRP

• FedNow and Ripple:
  • Ripple partners with 27 out of 37 FedNow certified service providers.
  • FedNow's goal: Integrating 10,000 banks and institutions.
• RippleNet and Partners:
  • SBI Holdings, a major Ripple partner.
  • 57 early adopter organizations for FedNow grew to 142 providers.
• Early Adopters and Participants:
  • 41 financial institutions, 15 service providers, USA Department of Treasury.

Ripple’s Influence

• Certified Service Providers:
  • US Faster Payments Council, Faster Payments Task Force.
  • ACI Worldwide Corp supports Ripple, synonymous with DLT.
  • Alacrity and AWS partnerships.
  • BNY Mellon’s involvement with Ripple.
  • Ripple technology preferred over Bitcoin and Ethereum in some sectors.

Potential Developments

• Future of FedNow and Ripple:
  • Speculation on Trump’s influence on the Federal Reserve and Ripple’s role.
  • Ripple poised to step in if FedNow is abolished.

Additional Information

• Engagement and Offers:
  • Encouragement to engage in discussion.
  • Promotions related to trading on BTCC.

Conclusion

• Call to Action: Encourages sharing thoughts on the analysis and exploring further opportunities with XRP.
• Sign-off: Promotion of bonuses and reduced fees on BTCC.