XRP Remittances Get a Nod from Mastercard: Ripple Integration?

• Ripple has received recognition from Mastercard for its superior technology solutions that have helped it facilitate cross-border payments.
• Mastercard seeks to diversify its business, introducing modern technology that enables it to digitize payment solutions, opening new business opportunities with Ripple.

A recent report by Mastercard has highlighted Ripple and its XRP remittance solutions. The publication explores the future of remittances in Latin America, highlighting the advantages of digitization and partnerships.

As CNF has reported, Mastercard has been exploring blockchain technology and has forged partnerships with a few blockchain-based firms, including Ripple. In addition to working on a CBDC on the Ethereum blockchain, CNF reported last year that MasterCard and Ripple are collaborating to introduce a revolutionary XRP debit card, blending traditional finance with digital innovation.

In the publication, Mastercard highlights the incredible growth in remittances, particularly the remittances in Latin America, which have grown at a higher pace, 10% annually since 2014. The U.S. and Mexico corridor accounts for the largest remittance pipeline in the world, with a 2023 volume of US$65 billion offering a best-case study for key trends and opportunities for cross-border payment solutions.

The report highlights the existence of underserved or unbanked communities in dire need of financial innovations. The report reveals that these communities require digital payment solutions in a cash environment, transaction transparency and safety, trust through regulatory compliance, royalty rewards and financial education, and value and convenience.

The research team recognizes blockchain technology as a clear solution for the existing challenges. It goes further to recognize Ripple as a novel solution because of its superior technology and payment infrastructure.

Mastercard acknowledged Ripple, Stellar, and Circle for their contributions to faster and more transparent international money transfers. The recognition included Ripple’s partner, SBI Remit, which leverages XRP for cross-border transactions. SBI Remit even launched XRP-based remittance services in three Asian countries last September. Mastercard also highlighted Ripple’s work with countries like Palau on using central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) to improve payment services.

This is not the first time that Ripple has received this form of recognition. MoneyGram has stated in the past that Ripple is the best remittance platform. Others include the National Bank of Egypt (NBE) teaming up with Ripple to enable the processing of remittances to its own country, the Qatar National Bank announcing a new partnership with Ripple to enhance global cross-border payments, and SBI Holdings committing to Ripple and XRP as the “go-to” solutions for cross-border payments.

Mastercard sees a massive opportunity in digital remittances, with the market predicted to reach $550 billion by 2026, growing at 8% annually. Meanwhile, Ripple forecasts a staggering $250 trillion market for cross-border payments by 2027. Collaboration and leveraging XRP could position both companies to capture a significant share of this booming market.

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