Ripple and Securitize integrate RLUSD as a 24/7 off-ramp for investors in BlackRock and VanEck tokenized funds, creating a major bridge between traditional finance and blockchain.
In a landmark move that strengthens the convergence between traditional finance and blockchain, Ripple and Securitize have introduced a new functionality that allows investors in tokenized funds to exit directly into RLUSD, Ripple’s stablecoin, providing an instant and secure off-ramp.
The initiative starts with BlackRock’s BUIDL (USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund) and VanEck’s VBILL (Treasury Fund). Through this integration, investors can redeem their fund shares for RLUSD instantly and around the clock (24/7), bypassing traditional settlement schedules and ensuring continuous liquidity.
RLUSD is fully backed 1:1 by liquid reserves consisting of cash and U.S. Treasury securities. It operates under segregated custody and undergoes third-party attestations. Additionally, Ripple issues RLUSD under a New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) trust charter, giving it an extra layer of regulatory credibility for institutional adoption.
According to Ripple, this innovation not only guarantees immediate liquidity, but also establishes a strong bridge between tokenized real-world assets (RWA) and the DeFi ecosystem, enhancing interoperability. Securitize has also revealed plans to expand RLUSD integration into the XRP Ledger (XRPL), further increasing its reach and utility.
Although RLUSD is still far from matching the dominance of USDT or USDC, adoption has been growing steadily, with circulation surpassing $700 million in recent months. Backed by major players such as BlackRock and VanEck, Ripple is positioning itself as a serious contender in the stablecoin and tokenization market.
With this development, Ripple and Securitize are setting a milestone by bringing traditional capital markets closer to blockchain, reinforcing the vision of a financial future where real-world assets and crypto assets coexist seamlessly, securely, and under strong regulation.
