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Banking network diagram showing traditional correspondent banking vs ODL adoption rates with cost comparison charts
Featured

If ODL Saves Banks 60% on Costs, Why Have Only 15 Adopted It?

Despite ODL cutting cross-border costs by 60%, only 15 banks have adopted it. The barriers aren't technical—they're economic, regulatory, and organizational inertia.

Dec 5, 20257 min read
Judge's gavel with SEC and Ripple logos, representing the conclusion of the landmark SEC v. Ripple legal case
Regulatory

SEC v. Ripple Is Over. Here's What the Ruling Actually Means.

Judge Torres approved Ripple's $125M settlement, ending the SEC case with a 98% penalty reduction. While XRP gains legal clarity as a non-security, the ruling's impact on actual adoption remains uncertain.

Dec 7, 20259 min