Ripple has announced the global launch of Ripple USD (RLUSD), a USD-backed stablecoin designed to offer unparalleled utility, compliance, and stability for financial institutions. Supported by major exchanges and strategic partnerships, RLUSD aims to enhance global adoption and facilitate seamless transactions by integrating with both traditional fiat payment systems and decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols. With rigorous transparency measures and an advisory board that includes notable financial experts, Ripple's RLUSD seeks to establish a high standard for trust and functionality in the stablecoin sector.

The analysis shows $BITCOIN outperforming traditional assets like gold, S&P 500, oil, and treasury bonds across 1, 3, 5, and 10-year periods.

Arkham Intelligence shows the exchange moved a total of roughly 1,619.6 Bitcoin to two untagged addresses on December 17, split between a 1427.9 BTC and a 191.7 BTC transfer.