Ripple CTO Clarifies XRPL DEX Payment Concerns

Ripple CTO Clarifies XRPL DEX Payment Concerns

Ripple CTO David Schwartz disclosed regulatory and liquidity concerns as reasons for not utilizing XRPL DEX for payments, addressing these issues on X, formerly Twitter.

The revelation highlights institutional caution in embracing decentralized exchanges, impacting XRP usability and prompting investigation into permissioned solutions.

Ripple CTO David Schwartz has highlighted why the firm is not engaging the XRPL DEX for payments due to regulatory risks and unreliable liquidity. Regulatory hurdles and institutional concerns are central to Ripple’s current non-adoption stance.

David Schwartz explained that institutions prefer off-chain assets due to compliance issues. The fear of unreliable liquidity sources drives Ripple’s efforts toward permissioned features to bolster institutional confidence. Changes aim to resolve compliance and reputational concerns.

Ripple’s decisions regarding XRPL DEX usage directly impact the firm’s liquidity options. Institutional reluctance is mainly due to regulatory concerns, influencing market practices significantly. XRP remains Ripple’s core bridge asset amid these challenges.

Ripple’s strategic moves entail addressing compliance, AML/KYC issues, and how these factors influence the financial market. Legal and reputational risks are shaping the wider market landscape by discouraging institutional on-chain transactions.

Historical data shows past reluctance from institutions due to existing KYC/AML requirements. This trend persists, but Ripple’s commitment to creating regulatory-compliant tools highlights potential shifts. Institutional access might increase with improved permissioned solutions to ease market entry.

The creation of “permissioned domains” might influence compliance improvement. This could lead to greater institutional adoption of XRPL DEX for cross-border payments. Insights suggest potential technological innovations could support institutional partners in navigating the regulatory landscape.

Institutions have historically preferred to use digital assets off-chain rather than on-chain. I think we’re close to changing that because institutions are starting to see the benefits of moving on-chain.” – David Schwartz, CTO, Ripple