AMMClawback Amendment Goes Live on the XRPL, Paving the Way for RLUSD AMM Pools

The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has achieved a significant breakthrough with the activation of the AMMClawback amendment, paving the way for the creation of automated market maker (AMM) pools for RLUSD, Ripple’s USD-pegged stablecoin.

The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has taken a significant step forward with the activation of the AMMClawback amendment, which will allow for the creation of automated market maker (AMM) pools for RLUSD, Ripple’s USD-pegged stablecoin.

This highly anticipated feature went live on the XRPL mainnet, marking a new era for decentralized finance (DeFi) on the ledger.

AMMClawback Goes Live: What It Means for the XRPL Ecosystem

The AMMClawback amendment, which officially launched yesterday, removes a major barrier that previously limited RLUSD and other tokens with clawback features from participating in AMM pools. This update enhances the liquidity potential of RLUSD, a stablecoin issued by Ripple, while ensuring issuers retain control over compliance and regulatory measures. Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO), David Schwartz, expressed excitement about the change, signaling its importance for the broader XRPL ecosystem.

RLUSD/XRP AMM Pool Gains Instant Traction

Within hours of the AMMClawback amendment going live, an RLUSD/XRP AMM pool was launched on the XRPL decentralized exchange (DEX). The launch of this pool quickly garnered attention, with the total value locked (TVL) reaching $220,000 soon after going live. As trading activity surged, the liquidity for the XRP/RLUSD pool continued to grow rapidly, with the TVL surpassing $423,000 in just a few hours.

The RLUSD/XRP pool is one of several RLUSD-paired pools, contributing significantly to the overall liquidity on the XRPL DEX. The assets in the pool currently comprise 68,662 XRP and 209,934 RLUSD, both valued at around $211,637. Although liquidity has surged, some traders have expressed concerns regarding the 0.93% trading fee for this pool. Despite the fee, the growing demand for RLUSD and its liquidity on the XRPL is undeniable.

RLUSD’s Rapid Adoption and Growth

The launch of the RLUSD/XRP AMM pool is a testament to the strong demand for RLUSD and its increasing adoption in the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem. According to XPMarket, an XRPL analytics platform, the RLUSD ecosystem has seen impressive liquidity growth, with several other RLUSD-paired AMM pools emerging on the XRPL DEX. Currently, there are 14 RLUSD pairs, but only a few, including the XRP/RLUSD pool, have gained significant liquidity.

Stablecoin RLUSD Hits $100 Million Market Cap

Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin is making waves with its rapid growth. Jack McDonald, CEO of Standard Custody, a subsidiary of Ripple and issuer of RLUSD, confirmed that RLUSD had reached a market capitalization of nearly $100 million within just one month of its launch. This fast adoption highlights the demand for a stablecoin backed by U.S. dollar deposits, short-term government securities, and other cash equivalents.

Moreover, McDonald emphasized that RLUSD is fully over-collateralized, with Ripple having $6 million more in reserves than the total RLUSD supply. This over-collateralization ensures that the system can handle all redemption requests efficiently. Ripple is also committed to transparency and plans to release monthly independent attestations to maintain trust within the community and comply with regulatory standards.

The Future of RLUSD and XRPL’s DeFi Ecosystem

With the AMMClawback amendment now in effect, the XRP Ledger is expected to see further development in decentralized finance (DeFi). The ability to create RLUSD-backed AMM pools is just one of the many upcoming advances that will enhance liquidity and adoption across the XRPL ecosystem.

As RLUSD gains momentum and liquidity pools continue to expand, the XRPL DEX is poised to become a more prominent player in the decentralized finance sector. With Ripple’s commitment to transparency and over-collateralization, investors and users alike can anticipate increased trust and stability within the ecosystem.