Ripple and Thunes Announce Strategic Partnership for Cross-Border Payments

Ripple has partnered with payment infrastructure company Thunes to integrate Thunes' payment network with Ripple's blockchain-based payment solutions. The partnership aims to improve cross-border payments by allowing Ripple's corporate clients to easily withdraw funds in new currencies and countries. Chloe Mayenobe, President and COO of Thunes, highlighted the importance of collaboration, while Fiona Murray, General Manager of Ripple Asia Pacific, emphasized the benefits of blockchain technology in reshaping the future of global payments.

SAN FRANCISCO and SINGAPORE, Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ripple, the leading provider of digital asset infrastructure for financial institutions, has expanded its partnership with Thunes, a global payment infrastructure company. This collaboration aims to enhance cross-border payments by integrating Thunes' payment network with Ripple's blockchain-based solutions. The partnership was announced on September 2, 2025, and will improve the customer payout experience, streamline global money movement, and broaden payout reach across key markets [1].

The collaboration between Ripple and Thunes leverages Thunes' Direct Global Network and Ripple's blockchain-powered payment solutions. This integration allows Ripple's corporate clients to withdraw funds more easily in new currencies and countries, enhancing their global payment capabilities [1]. Chloe Mayenobe, President and COO of Thunes, emphasized the significance of this partnership, stating, "Members across both the traditional finance space and the digital assets ecosystem connect with Thunes. We are in a prime position to bridge these two worlds and drive the future of digital assets, and our alliance with Ripple underscores this. By supporting real-time settlement and deep local integrations, we are enabling digital asset companies to deliver seamless, compliant, and accessible cross-border payments at scale" [1].

Fiona Murray, General Manager of Ripple Asia Pacific, highlighted the benefits of blockchain technology in reshaping the future of global payments. She said, "We are committed to reshaping the future of global payments through blockchain technology. Our partnership with Thunes accelerates our shared mission to improve the efficiency, speed, and security of global payments. By combining Thunes' extensive and trusted Direct Global Network with Ripple's digital asset infrastructure, we are enhancing payment speed, accessibility, and compliance across regions. This partnership not only facilitates seamless, low-cost transactions but also supports the growing demand for innovative, blockchain-powered financial solutions globally" [1].

Thunes' Direct Global Network, which connects directly to over 7 billion mobile wallets and bank accounts worldwide, will benefit from this integration. The network ensures dependable real-time payouts in local currencies and plays a key role in facilitating 'last-mile' delivery in regions with limited banking infrastructure [1]. The partnership will enhance the reach and efficiency of Thunes' Network, providing businesses and end users with fast, secure, and accessible financial services [1].

Ripple Payments, which enables fast, transparent, reliable cross-border payments and on/off ramps for banks, crypto companies, and fintechs worldwide, will be utilized to enhance Thunes' SmartX Treasury System [1]. This system will further streamline and optimize cross-border payment processes for Thunes' clients.

The partnership marks a significant step forward in the digital asset ecosystem, combining the strengths of both companies to deliver innovative, blockchain-powered financial solutions globally. As demand for digital financial services continues to grow, this collaboration is poised to meet the needs of institutions and users worldwide.

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[1] https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/thunes-and-ripple-expand-global-partnership-to-transform-cross-border-payments-302543568.html