Digital Commercial Paper (DCP), a tokenized fixed-income asset backed by U.S. Treasuries, is now operational on the XRP Ledger.
According to Ripple’s press release, the asset, rated Prime-1 by Moody’s, offers a modern approach to commercial paper issuance, transaction, and integration.
DCP aims to improve treasury management efficiency while leveraging XRPL’s capabilities to facilitate faster settlements, reduce transaction costs, and increase round-the-clock availability. Guggenheim Treasury Services operates the asset.
Efficient Issuance and Management
DCP is issued, tokenized, and managed through the Zeconomy platform. This robust system facilitates the asset’s issuance via Great Bridge Capital Company, a bankruptcy-remote Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) established by Guggenheim Treasury Services.
Notably, Zeconomy’s platform offers institutional-grade services, providing digital asset governance, integration, and a powerful toolkit for corporations and traditional finance participants. This setup ensures secure management while enhancing DCP’s accessibility for Qualified Institutional Buyers and Qualified Purchasers.
As of its launch in September 2024, DCP has already processed over $280 million in issuance. The tokenized asset is backed by U.S. Treasury securities, with maturities available up to 397 days, providing investors with a stable and flexible short-term debt instrument. Its Prime-1 rating from Moody’s further bolsters its credibility and attractiveness to institutional investors.
The Role of XRP Ledger in Tokenized Finance
XRP Ledger offers several advantages that make it an ideal platform for DCP. The network’s efficient, low-cost settlement system ensures swift transactions, which are critical in the fast-paced world of commercial paper. Furthermore, the blockchain’s capacity for 24/7 operation helps address the delays and operational costs inherent in traditional settlement processes.
Moreover, XRPL’s scalability and security are key factors in supporting DCP’s high-volume issuance and transactions. The platform has already processed over 3.3 billion transactions since its inception in 2012 without any security breaches.
As Markus Infanger, Senior Vice President of RippleX, stated:
“The inception of DCP is an example of this shift, and it expands the offering of institutional financial assets coming to XRP Ledger. The XRP Ledger is the backbone, established to support regulated financial assets that need efficiency, scalability, and compliance features that meet the demands of global markets.”
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