Germany’s Biggest TV Channel Features Ripple, XRP On Air
Ripple and its native token XRP have been given rare mainstream exposure on German finance channel Der Aktionar TV. Related Reading: XRP Poised For Amazon-Like Boom? Analyst Predicts $200 Rally In a recent segment, the hosts spoke with David Hartmann of Vontobel about the cryptocurrency’s place in global banking and how investors can access it through certificates and futures. Ripple’s Role In International Transfers According to Hartmann, Ripple has become a recognized player in international finance by offering faster settlement solutions for cross-border payments. The discussion....
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