International

Ripple, Web3 Salon team up to back Digital Asset startups

In a powerful step toward accelerating blockchain innovation in Asia, Ripple has partnered with the Web3 Salon project—supported by JETRO - Japan External Trade Organization and powered by the Asia Web3 Alliance Japan, a prominent Web3 startup ecosystem and strategic enabler in the region. This new collaboration reflects a shared commitment to nurturing Japan’s digital asset ecosystem—an environment known for its deep technical talent, strong regulatory frameworks, and increasing appetite for innovation in financial services and tokenized assets. Supporting Builders in a High-Potential Market As part of the partnership, Ripple will offer grant funding of up to $200,000 per project over the next year. This initiative is part of the XRPL Japan and Korea Fund and Ripple’s broader 1 Billion XRP commitment to provide financial, technical, and business support for…