Ripple has applied for a national bank charter with the OCC and a Federal Reserve master account to enhance its credibility and regulatory standing.
Acquiring these approvals would grant Ripple direct access to the Fed and help eliminate counterparty risks for its stablecoin, RLUSD.
The XRP community is enthusiastic about this development as it could legitimize RLUSD, making it more attractive to traditional financial institutions.
The improved regulatory status could also enhance XRP's appeal for cross-border payments and potentially increase its adoption by institutions, leading to a rise in demand and price.