VanEck: XRP Will Capture SWIFT's Multi-Trillion Value

What happened

VanEck announced that it believes the XRP Ledger could capture a portion of the multi‑trillion‑dollar transaction volume currently processed by the SWIFT network.

Proposed

Global impact / market context

Capturing SWIFT‑level value would boost XRP’s utility, potentially increasing demand for the token, driving higher trading volumes, and encouraging banks to consider blockchain solutions for faster, cheaper cross‑border settlements.

Analyst inference

The global banking system relies on SWIFT for cross‑border payments, handling trillions of dollars annually. If a blockchain like XRP Ledger were to process even a fraction, it could reshape how banks move money internationally.

Analyst inference

What to watch

1. Adoption of XRP Ledger by any major bank or payment network, which would signal real‑world use and could trigger broader industry interest. Analyst inference
2. Regulatory developments affecting crypto‑based payment systems, as clearer rules could either enable or restrict XRP’s ability to operate alongside SWIFT. Analyst inference
3. Changes in SWIFT’s pricing or service offerings, since higher costs for traditional transfers could make blockchain alternatives like XRP more attractive. Analyst inference

Affected assets

• XRP — XRP

Evidence

• dailycoin.com