A prominent XRP Ledger builder warns the network has a narrow window in 2026 to break into the top tier of blockchains. Panos Mekras of Anodos Finance argues that current metrics are alarming and that Ripple and the XRPL Foundation must abandon a cautious approach. The ecosystem’s survival, he claims, depends on aggressive funding, seamless consumer rails, and repositioning XRPL as a foundational finance stack.
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The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has experienced explosive growth, with weekly payment transactions surging 430% in two years, now exceeding 8 million in 2025. Stablecoins like RLUSD and USDC have been key drivers, enhancing XRPL’s role in cross-border settlements. The ledger’s native tokenization support, fast finality, and low fees make it a top choice for enterprises. Institutional interest is rising, with the European Central Bank exploring XRP for distributed ledger payments. In DeFi, XRPL’s TVL stands at $60 million, and recent upgrades, including an EVM-compatible sidechain, aim to attract Ethereum-native dApps. Despite its modest DEX adoption compared to Uniswap, XRPL’s foundational innovations in DeFi and payments position it for future expansion.
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The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has seen a 430% increase in weekly payment transactions over two years, now exceeding 8 million, driven by its fast, low-cost settlement capabilities. Stablecoins like Ripple’s RLUSD and Circle’s USDC have expanded its cross-border payment ecosystem, with institutional interest from entities like the European Central Bank. Meanwhile, XRPL’s DeFi sector is growing, nearing $60M in TVL, supported by features like auto-bridging and a native DEX. Recent upgrades, including an EVM-compatible sidechain and enhanced cross-chain capabilities, aim to boost adoption and solidify XRPL’s role in DeFi and tokenization.
about XRPL Surges 430% in Payments, Expands DeFi & TokenizationXRPL Scams Rise as Ripple Eyes Global Finance Role
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) faces a surge in low-effort scams, with projects launching tokens and presales without viable products, warns Anodos Finance co-founder Panos Mekras. Ripple CTO David Schwartz acknowledges the vulnerability of open ecosystems to fraud but outlines XRPL’s long-term potential as a foundational layer for global finance, with XRP playing a central role in payments and liquidity. Despite these ambitions, XRPL lags behind rivals like Avalanche in quality development, highlighting the need for more credible projects and builders in the ecosystem.
about XRPL Scams Rise as Ripple Eyes Global Finance RoleXRP’s Value Beyond Price: First Ledger & Experts Weigh In
First Ledger, a decentralized exchange (DEX) on the XRP Ledger (XRPL), has declared XRP as the standard, echoing sentiments from experts like Versan Aljarrah and Panos Mekras. Despite Bitcoin’s record highs, XRP investors await a similar surge, recalling its 600% rally in late 2024 fueled by institutional interest and political optimism. However, XRP now consolidates around $2 after peaking at $3.40, testing investor patience. Advocates emphasize XRP’s utility—fast transactions, low fees, and eco-friendly consensus—highlighting milestones like 6M active wallets and 3.3B transactions. The recent launch of EURØP, a MiCA-compliant stablecoin on XRPL, further bolsters its ecosystem. XRP’s current price sits at $2.42, with 361% yearly gains.
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Ripple’s XRP has gained attention as one of the top-performing cryptocurrencies, especially following recent political events. Finance expert Rajat Soni humorously outlined nine steps to “get rich” with XRP, critiquing its centralization and marketing tactics, while sparking mixed reactions from the crypto community. Critics argue that XRP’s centralized control makes it vulnerable to manipulation, with Soni labeling it a “scam.”
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