Ripple commits additional $5M to Asia-Pacific blockchain research

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Ripple Labs will invest $5 million to strengthen blockchain education and research across the Asia-Pacific region. According to a June 10 announcement on the company’s blog, Ripple is expanding its University Blockchain Research Initiative in Asia-Pacific with a new $5 million investment. The fund will support academic research and student-led innovation in six countries. This marks Ripple’s latest move to grow its influence in a region known for progressive fintech regulation and rapid digital ...