Overview

• Announced on September 2, the expansion embeds Ripple Payments into Thunes’ Direct Global Network, extending a collaboration that began in 2020.
• Thunes reports reach across 130-plus countries and 80 currencies via more than 320 payment methods, connecting to over 7 billion wallets and bank accounts.
• Ripple cites operations in over 90 payout markets covering more than 90% of daily FX, with processed volume exceeding $70 billion.
• The integration targets real-time local-currency payouts using Thunes’ Smart Superhighway and SmartX Treasury System with controls reinforced by its Fortress Compliance Platform.
• Company statements emphasize faster, more predictable and compliant cross-border transfers, while no specific new corridors or XRP token usage were disclosed.