Latest Cryptocurrency Market News – Zebec Network’s leadership joined an X Space with Uphold and Ripple, sparking speculation of a potential partnership to integrate XRP and USDC for on-chain micro-payments. By July 9, 2025, discussions had advanced, with Zebec exploring synergies to enhance its real-time payment streaming platform. This collaboration could leverage Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin and XRP’s low-cost, high-speed transactions to complement Zebec’s USDC-based infrastructure, boosting ZBCN’s utility and market position.
Zebec’s layer-1 blockchain specializes in continuous settlement, streaming payments by the second for payroll and remittances. Integrating Ripple’s assets could enhance micro-payment capabilities, targeting use cases like tipping or subscription models in DeFi.
Ripple’s RLUSD, backed by BNY Mellon, offers regulatory compliance, aligning with Zebec’s partnerships with Fireblocks and Chainalysis for KYC/AML adherence. “We’re exploring how XRP and USDC can coexist to serve diverse payment needs,” said a Zebec executive.
The potential partnership taps into the $28 trillion stablecoin transaction volume of 2024, with XRP’s 4-second settlement times complementing USDC’s stability.
However, challenges include reconciling different blockchain protocols and navigating U.S. regulatory shifts, such as the GENIUS Act. X posts from @Zebec_HQ highlight community excitement, but some investors question XRP’s volatility compared to USDC.
If successful, the collaboration could elevate Zebec’s platform, serving over 500 enterprises, and drive ZBCN’s price, which rose 8% post-X Space. As stablecoin adoption grows, Zebec’s Ripple synergy could redefine micro-payments, though technical and regulatory hurdles remain critical.
