On February 19, 2025, Brazil’s Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) approved the world’s first spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF), named the Hashdex Nasdaq XRP Index Fund. Managed by Hashdex and administered by Genial Investimentos, the ETF will be listed on Brazil’s B3 stock exchange, although the official trading date has not yet been announced. This approval marks a major milestone for XRP, as it offers investors regulated and secure access to the cryptocurrency through traditional financial markets. Following the announcement, XRP’s price surged by 7.8%, reaching $2.72, bringing it within 20% of its all-time high. The launch of this ETF is expected to boost XRP’s credibility and liquidity, potentially attracting a broader range of investors. Industry experts believe Brazil’s proactive regulatory approach could inspire similar actions in other countries. Meanwhile, in the United States, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has also acknowledged multiple spot XRP ETF applications from firms like CoinShares, Canary Capital, and WisdomTree, reflecting growing institutional interest in XRP. In addition to the ETF, Braza Group, a key player in Brazil’s interbank market, announced the upcoming launch of BBRL, a stablecoin pegged to the Brazilian real and built on the XRP Ledger. Backed by Braza Bank, this stablecoin will initially target institutional clients and plans to expand to retail customers by the end of 2025. This move aligns with Brazil’s broader efforts to modernize its financial system through blockchain technology, as seen in the central bank’s DREX project focused on asset tokenization and cross-border payments. Overall, these developments reinforce Brazil’s position as a global leader in cryptocurrency innovation.

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