Ripple Secures Expanded MAS License to Broaden Regulated Crypto Payments
Ripple announced on Dec 1, 2025 that Singapore’s Monetary Authority (MAS) has upgraded its license, clearing the way for a wider suite of regulated crypto payment services in the region. The expansion gives Ripple greater scope to offer token-based payment and settlement products through RippleNet and related infrastructure, positioning the firm to serve banks, payment providers, and corporate treasuries in a market that has become central to Asia‑Pacific blockchain adoption.
The MAS approval is notable for its potential to speed token integration into cross-border rails while underscoring Ripple’s compliance-first approach in a major financial center. Market and partner interest may grow as the company scales regulated offerings; the move is broadly positive for XRP utility in settlement flows, though adoption will depend on commercial partnerships and operational rollout across jurisdictions.