XRP News Today: Revolutionizing Crisis Aid: Blockchain Cuts Delays, Boosts Transparency

Ripple has forged partnerships with leading humanitarian organizations-including World Central Kitchen (WCK), Water.org, GiveDirectly, and Mercy Corps-to leverage its blockchain-based payment platform and RLUSD stablecoin for faster, more transparent aid delivery. The collaboration, announced on October 30, 2025, according to a Business Wire release, aims to streamline cross-border transactions and improve financial inclusion in crisis zones by bypassing traditional banking systems. Ripple Payments, a licensed end-to-end platform powered by blockchain technology, enables nonprofits to send funds in seconds, 24/7/365, while RLUSD-a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin-provides a stable medium for transactions, CoinEdition reported.

World Central Kitchen, which has delivered millions of meals during disasters since 2020, is using Ripple's technology to accelerate fund disbursements to local partners in regions lacking banking infrastructure, a Yahoo Finance report says. Payments settle in hours rather than days, allowing WCK to expand meal distribution during emergencies. Similarly, Water.org has completed successful trials of Ripple Payments in Brazil, Mexico, and Peru, and now plans to route all Latin American transactions through the platform, with potential expansion into Africa and Asia, Investorempires reported. The nonprofit aims to enhance access to affordable water and sanitation loans for 81 million people.

Mercy Corps Ventures is piloting RLUSD for emergency cash transfers and parametric insurance payouts in Kenya, addressing delays that often hinder crisis response. Scott Onder, Chief Investment Officer at Mercy Corps, noted that blockchain-enabled payments can close critical timing gaps for families awaiting aid. GiveDirectly is also exploring similar initiatives for anticipatory cash transfers, further testing stablecoins' role in humanitarian contexts.

RLUSD's rapid growth underscores its institutional adoption. With a market capitalization exceeding $900 million in less than a year, the stablecoin has become a cornerstone for cross-border aid, Coinotag reports. Ripple President Monica Long emphasized the real impact of these partnerships, highlighting how blockchain reshapes financial systems beyond speculation. She noted that the technology's transparency and speed are "revolutionizing aid delivery" while aligning with broader crypto trends, such as Evernorth's $1 billion XRP purchase.

The initiative also reflects Ripple's strategic focus on financial inclusion. By enabling real-time, programmable payments, nonprofits can reduce intermediaries and ensure funds reach unbanked populations through mobile-first solutions. As RLUSD's use cases expand, Ripple aims to standardize best practices for aid groups, donors, and auditors, fostering trust and scalability.