Ripple Commits Over $5M to Boost Blockchain Innovation
Through its UBRI program, Ripple invests $5M+ in APAC universities, delivering blockchain research, AI, and XRPL innovation in South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, and Australia. Ripple is increasing its push to develop blockchain technology throughout the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region with more than $5 million in additional funding via its University Blockchain Research Initiative (UBRI). This
Bradley Nelson3 min read
Through its UBRI program, Ripple invests $5M+ in APAC universities, delivering blockchain research, AI, and XRPL innovation in South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, and Australia.
Ripple is increasing its push to develop blockchain technology throughout the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region with more than $5 million in additional funding via its University Blockchain Research Initiative (UBRI). This investment focuses on academic institutions across six countries, reinforced partnerships in South Korea, Japan, and Singapore, and new programs in Taiwan and Australia.
The investment demonstrates that Ripple is dedicated to supporting blockchain talent and innovative research. One of the centers of digital finance innovation is the APAC region, which is a global leader in fintech, with a high concentration of neobanks and controlled environments to test innovative products under relaxed regulatory requirements.
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