Plans to Integrate Ripple’s Blockchain and Raise Funds via Debt Financing
Webus International, a China-based global chauffeur and hospitality services provider, has filed a Form 6-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), announcing its intent to establish a $300 million XRP-focused corporate treasury.
This move marks another institutional adoption of Ripple’s XRP ecosystem, highlighting growing interest in blockchain-powered financial infrastructure amid rising global demand for efficient cross-border payments.
Treasury Strategy: XRP Integration and Debt Financing
According to the SEC filing published Tuesday, Webus plans to raise up to $300 million through non-equity financing or credit facilities. The funds will be used to support the development of a crypto reserve centered on XRP, the native token of Ripple’s blockchain network.
The company also revealed a partnership with asset manager Samara Alpha to help structure and execute its XRP strategy. The initiative will involve integration of Ripple’s blockchain-based payment network into Webus’ travel and hospitality operations, particularly for cross-border settlements and booking transparency.
“Webus aims to modernize its payment systems and strengthen financial resilience through crypto-backed treasury diversification,” the company noted.
Institutional Trend: Ripple Gaining Ground in Treasury Adoption
Webus is the latest international firm to explore XRP-backed treasuries, signaling increasing institutional trust in Ripple’s network.
- In May, VivoPower International, a Nasdaq-listed clean energy firm, announced a $121 million XRP-centric treasury program, backed by investors including members of the Saudi Royal Family.
- Similarly, Wellgistics, a Florida-based pharmaceutical logistics company, secured a $50 million equity credit line to fund XRP payment integration and build its digital asset reserve.
XRP Adoption and Market Implications
XRP, currently the fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, has seen a resurgence in institutional interest as regulatory clarity improves and Ripple expands its global footprint in payment settlements.
While Webus’ Form 6-K is a disclosure for material updates to U.S. investors, it signals the firm’s serious intent to position XRP as part of a long-term treasury diversification plan.
The initiative may also lay the foundation for crypto-enabled business models within the travel, hospitality, and automotive sectors — particularly in Asia and the U.S.
Outlook
As regulatory environments evolve and blockchain solutions gain credibility, companies like Webus are leading a new wave of crypto treasury innovation. The focus on XRP — known for fast, low-cost cross-border transactions — underscores a shift toward real-world utility in digital asset strategies.
Whether this trend gains further momentum may depend on the broader regulatory tone and XRP’s continued traction in global payment infrastructure.
