#Ripple Acquires Stablecoin Payments Firm Rail in $200 Million Deal to Expand Global Payment Solutions

Blockchain payments giant Ripple has announced the acquisition of Toronto-based Rail, a leading provider of stablecoin-powered payment infrastructure, in a deal valued at $200 million.

The move comes as demand for stablecoin-based transactions surges worldwide, driven by growing adoption in cross-border payments, corporate settlements, and decentralized finance (#DeFi ) applications.

Ripple ($XRP )Expands into Comprehensive Stablecoin Payments Infrastructure

In its official statement, Ripple emphasized that the acquisition would enable the combined companies to deliver the most comprehensive stablecoin payments solution in the market.

The integration aims to provide customers with seamless stablecoin pay-in and pay-out capabilities across key payment corridors, without requiring businesses to hold cryptocurrencies directly on their balance sheets — a significant feature for banks and payment processors seeking to avoid crypto custody complexities.

Why #Stablecoins Are a Key Strategic Bet for Ripple

Stablecoins — digital assets pegged to a fiat currency such as the US dollar — have rapidly evolved into one of the most critical tools in global payments. Their price stability, low transaction costs, and compatibility with blockchain settlement make them increasingly attractive to financial institutions, remittance providers, and corporates seeking fast, low-cost transfers.

The market for stablecoins has exploded over the last three years, with more than $150 billion in circulating supply across assets like $USDT (Tether), #USDC (#Circle ), and DAI. Ripple’s acquisition of Rail positions the company to capture a larger share of this high-growth market.