Brazil’s FX Evolution: XRP and Ripple Gain Academic Recognition

In November 2025, a Boston University research paper highlighted Brazil’s fast-evolving financial landscape . The study examined emerging monetary infrastructure and technology. Digital assets and fintech such as XRP and Ripple are increasingly shaping Brazil’s foreign-exchange dynamics. These developments may affect economic stability and capital flows. The Rise of ForexTech in Brazil The Boston University paper defines ForexTech as fintech enabling easier access to foreign currencies and digital assets . Retail and corporate users now access U.S. dollars, stablecoins, and other foreign instruments. This innovation increases financial inclusion but also introduces systemic risks. Capital outflows through ForexTech can challenge monetary control and weaken domestic currency strength. Between 2018 and 2024, Brazil’s largest ForexTech firms increased their share of the interbank FX market from 1% to 7.1%. These firms reportedly moved nearly US$30 billion annually through digital platforms. Such volumes are significant relative to traditional banks’ operations. A Boston University paper...

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