Ripple launches Mint to expand institutional access to RLUSD

Ripple has launched Mint to expand institutional access to RLUSD, as the stablecoin's market cap approaches $1.6 billion. This initiative aims to resolve institutional friction associated with RLUSD. Simultaneously, XRP is trading near $2.60, where its cup-and-handle pattern faces potential invalidation if it remains below key resistance. It remains unclear whether the introduction of Mint will significantly influence the XRP price as the asset struggles to complete its technical chart formation.