Ripple CTO Backs Higher XRP Price as 37 European Banks Join Qivalis Consortium in October 2026

Ripple CTO David Schwartz has reiterated support for a higher XRP price, arguing that increased valuations could enhance network efficiency and liquidity while reducing transaction slippage for institutions. His comments come as 37 European financial institutions across 15 countries formed Qivalis, a consortium that received Electronic Money Institution authorization from the Dutch central bank in October 2026. Qivalis plans to launch a regulated euro-denominated stablecoin to establish a shared digital euro infrastructure for cross-border payments and settlements. Key consortium members BBVA and DZ BANK have existing relationships with Ripple's institutional custody services, underscoring growing blockchain adoption among established European banks.
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