Ripple Deploys $550M as XRP Ledger Expands to Community Funding in 2026
Key Takeaways:$550M Deployed Into XRP Ledger Since 20172026: A Distributed Builder ModelCommunity-Led Funding MechanismsExpanded Accelerator and Venture Access
XRPL’s accelerator footprint will grow in 2026. Programs: Programs will center on startups that develop institution-grade financial products such as stablecoin systems, tokenized assets, and frameworks of on-chain credit.
Venture participation is also increasing. Founders building on XRPL will have more direct exposure to global capital networks, not just grant programs.
Local offices will be more instrumental in interrupting local startups and connecting them with mentors and investors. This growth increases the international presence of XRPL as a builder and allows communities in the different parts of the world to design their own development plans.
Ripple emphasized that support is not being reduced. Instead, it is being diversified. The ecosystem will combine grants, venture capital, accelerators, and community allocation into a unified builder economy.
With over $550 million already deployed and a new distributed structure launching in 2026, XRPL is positioning itself for a broader phase of decentralized growth across payments, tokenization, and enterprise blockchain infrastructure.
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