XRP vs Solana: Western Union’s New Partnership Sparks Debate in Crypto Community
Western Union’s announcement to build its digital asset network and USD-backed stablecoin, USDPT, on Solana’s blockchain has stirred strong reactions from XRP supporters. $XRP advocate Crypto Bitlord criticized Ripple’s leadership for allowing Solana to capture a partnership many felt should have belonged to Ripple. This move challenges Ripple’s long-standing position as a leader in cross-border payments.
Despite this, Ripple’s recent strategic acquisitions paint a bigger picture. With Hidden Road (Ripple Prime), GTreasury, and Rail under its belt, Ripple is expanding into deep institutional finance, handling trillions in payments annually. Crypto Bitlord highlighted that Solana’s deal with Western Union is reportedly a $50 million, six-month arrangement — a short-term play compared to Ripple’s multi-trillion dollar ecosystem.
For XRP holders, this signals Ripple’s commitment to building a comprehensive and enduring digital finance infrastructure, even as competitors like Solana secure high-profile partnerships. The future of digital payments is unfolding — with Ripple positioned for the next phase of growth.
