Ripple unveils XRPL onchain lending protocol

The new system combines off-chain credit decisions with onchain enforcement, pointing to a hybrid lending model on the XRP Ledger.

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Summary

Ripple said it has introduced an onchain lending protocol for XRPL that separates credit underwriting from settlement and enforcement. The model uses off-chain credit decisions while keeping loan execution and enforcement onchain, a structure that could help bring real-world lending practices to blockchain-based markets while preserving automated settlement on the XRP Ledger.

Terms & Concepts
  • XRPL: XRP Ledger, Ripple-linked blockchain network.
  • onchain lending protocol: Blockchain-based system for originating and managing loans.
  • onchain enforcement: Automatic execution of loan terms via blockchain rules.