瑞波币单日铸造450万RLUSD，蓄势控制稳定币市场

Ripple has taken a significant step in its efforts to strengthen its position in the stablecoin market. According to data from Etherscan, the company has successfully minted 4.5 million RLUSD, a stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the US dollar, which is currently in the testing phase. This minting occurred within the RLUSD Treasury, with an additional batch of 260,000 RLUSD added, bringing the total to 4.76 million RLUSD. This move signals Ripple's readiness to launch the stablecoin on a larger scale by the end of 2024.

1. Testing RLUSD on the XRP Ledger and Ethereum

Since August 2024, Ripple has been testing RLUSD on the XRP Ledger and Ethereum networks. The stablecoin aims to facilitate cross-border transactions with lower costs and higher speeds. This large-scale minting is part of a broader beta phase, where Ripple is ensuring that RLUSD meets the highest security and efficiency standards. Once it passes the testing phase and receives regulatory approval, the stablecoin is expected to compete with major players like Tether.

2. The Primary Benefit of RLUSD: Utilizing XRP as an Auto-Bridge

One of the main innovations of RLUSD is its use alongside XRP as an auto-bridge asset. This feature allows RLUSD to be more liquid and efficient in cross-blockchain transactions. The auto-bridge is also expected to simplify the conversion of RLUSD to other assets, increasing transaction speed and reducing costs, especially in the context of cross-border payments. This feature positions RLUSD not just as a regular stablecoin, but as a powerful tool for global transactions. Ripple's move is seen as a strategy to maximize the use of the XRP Ledger and Ethereum networks, providing more accessible and affordable crypto solutions to users worldwide.

3. Challenges and Opportunities in the Stablecoin Market

Despite being in the testing phase, RLUSD still faces significant challenges. Competition in the stablecoin market is fierce, with Tether and USD Coin (USDC) already established and holding significant market shares. However, Ripple remains optimistic that with the integration of the XRP auto-bridge and a focus on transaction security and speed, RLUSD can offer a better alternative.

Moreover, the potential disruption from the ongoing legal case with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) remains a significant risk for Ripple. The case has highlighted the status of XRP as a security, even though the courts ruled in Ripple's favor in July 2023. Despite these challenges, Ripple continues to advance its stablecoin project and expand its operational reach.

Impact on XRP Price

In addition to strengthening its position in the stablecoin market, the large-scale minting of RLUSD is also expected to have a positive impact on the price of XRP. As seen with Ethereum when the DAI stablecoin was launched, an increase in stablecoin usage typically brings increased liquidity to the supporting blockchain network. Some analysts predict that the launch of RLUSD could trigger a surge in the price of XRP.

In recent days, the price of XRP has shown a stable trend, with chart patterns indicating the potential for a breakout. If the price successfully breaks through resistance around $0.626, an increase of up to 9% could occur. Conversely, if a correction takes place, the price could return to support levels between $0.568 and $0.573.