Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, announced the company’s strategic focus on enhancing the XRP Ledger’s functionality through partnerships with nearly 10 governments. These collaborations aim to develop Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and foster the creation of stablecoins to promote global financial inclusivity. Ripple’s initiatives include working closely with countries such as Bhutan, Palau, Montenegro, Georgia, and Colombia, with a shared goal of advancing financial modernization and inclusion. Additionally, Ripple has joined forces with the Digital Dollar Project to explore opportunities surrounding a potential U.S. digital dollar.