Ripple’s RLUSD Dances with Binance: Zero Fees, Big Dreams, and a Dash of Sarcasm

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In the vast, dusty plains of the crypto frontier, Binance, that great behemoth of exchanges, has decided to throw a hoedown for Ripple’s RLUSD. A stablecoin, they say, backed by the almighty dollar, short-term Treasuries, and the elusive “cash equivalents”-whatever those may be. It’s a grand ol’ time, with zero-fee incentives and multichain access, as if the world needed another coin to keep track of.

Binance Rolls Out the Red Carpet for Ripple’s RLUSD, Because Why Not?

On a chilly January morn, Ripple and Binance, those two titans of the digital realm, announced that RLUSD, Ripple’s U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin, would waltz onto the Binance stage for spot trading. First up, Ethereum, with the XRP Ledger (XRPL) integration promised like a distant relative who’s always “coming soon.”

The Binance proclamation, as grand as a carnival barker’s call, reads:

“Binance will list Ripple USD (RLUSD) and open trading for the following spot pairs at 2026-01-22 08:00 (UTC). To celebrate, we’re slashing fees to zero for RLUSD/USDT and RLUSD/U. Because nothing says ‘party’ like free trades.”

The exchange, ever the meticulous host, detailed new pairs-RLUSD/USDT, RLUSD/U, and XRP/RLUSD-opened deposits early, and promised withdrawals on the 23rd. Portfolio margin eligibility, a zero BNB listing fee, and future inclusion in Binance Earn were all part of the package. Of course, trading access remains as elusive as a honest man in a gold rush, subject to jurisdictional restrictions and account verification.

Ripple, not to be outdone, chimed in with their own announcement:

“The listing includes Ethereum support, with the XRP Ledger coming soon. Trading pairs XRP/RLUSD and RLUSD/USDT will be available on launch day. Because what’s a stablecoin without a few trading pairs to confuse the masses?”

“This multichain listing ensures greater accessibility,” Ripple added, with a wink and a nod. “Whether you’re a highfalutin institution or just a regular Joe with a dream, RLUSD is here to make your payments, liquidity, and interoperability dreams come true. Or at least, that’s the sales pitch.”

RLUSD, they say, is backed one-to-one by U.S. dollar deposits, short-term Treasuries, and those mysterious cash equivalents. Monthly attestations keep everything on the up and up, or so they claim. Ripple’s partnerships-Facilita Pay, Ripio, Osl, Bitpanda, and Amina Bank-are expanding faster than a California wildfire. With a market cap over $1.3 billion, RLUSD is making waves in remittances and onchain finance. And let’s not forget the dual regulatory framework, courtesy of the New York Department of Financial Services and the OCC. Because nothing says ‘trust’ like a government stamp of approval.

FAQ ⏰

  • When does RLUSD start trading on Binance?
    RLUSD spot trading begins on 2026-01-22 at 08:00 UTC. Mark your calendars, or don’t-it’s not like the world will end if you miss it.
  • Which networks does RLUSD support at launch?
    Ethereum gets the first dance, with the XRP Ledger joining the party later. Because why rush a good thing?
  • What trading pairs are available for RLUSD on Binance?
    Initial pairs include RLUSD/USDT, RLUSD/U, and XRP/RLUSD. Plenty of options to lose your shirt.
  • How is RLUSD backed and regulated?
    RLUSD is backed one-to-one by U.S. dollars, Treasuries, and cash equivalents, all under the watchful eye of the NYDFS. Because nothing says ‘stable’ like government oversight.

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2026-01-22 02:57