Ripple Secures FCA Registration, Boosting XRP Adoption
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 10 2026- Compliance Milestone: Ripple has officially registered with the UK's FCA through its subsidiary Ripple UK Ltd., meeting anti-money laundering regulations, which significantly enhances its market credibility in Europe despite being limited to specific crypto operations.
- XRP Adoption Boost: The FCA approval supports the use of XRP for cross-border payments, particularly through the Evernorth initiative aimed at increasing liquidity on the XRP Ledger, thereby enhancing XRP's utility in international transactions and driving market acceptance.
- Increased Capital Inflows: Ripple attracted $300 million in investments from entities like Korean asset manager Lean Ventures following its FCA registration, demonstrating market confidence in its compliance and services.
- Global Expansion Strategy: Ripple's UK registration complements its licenses in countries like Singapore, further solidifying its global strategy aimed at fostering partnerships with banks and payment providers through compliant operations, enhancing its competitiveness in the digital asset payment sector.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
