Monica Long, president of Ripple, has been named to Stablecon's 2026 list of the most influential leaders in the stablecoin space. The recognition follows her work driving adoption of RLUSD, Ripple's own stablecoin.
Who Monica Long is
Long has been president of Ripple since 2023, overseeing the company's payments and stablecoin strategy. Before that, she served as Ripple's chief operating officer and held roles in product and marketing. She has been a key figure in pushing RLUSD into the market, a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar and built on the XRP Ledger.
What Stablecon's list means
Stablecon is a conference focused on stablecoins and digital dollars. Its annual list highlights individuals who have shaped the sector over the past year. Being named to the 2026 edition signals that Long's efforts with RLUSD are being noticed by the stablecoin community.
RLUSD and its adoption
Ripple launched RLUSD in late 2024. The stablecoin is designed for cross-border payments and enterprise use. Long has been a vocal advocate for regulatory clarity around stablecoins, arguing that clear rules will help the U.S. maintain its lead in digital finance. Under her leadership, Ripple has pushed for RLUSD listings on exchanges and integration with payment partners.
The company has not disclosed specific adoption numbers for RLUSD, but Long has said the stablecoin is gaining traction among financial institutions looking for a regulated alternative to existing dollar-pegged tokens.
What comes next
Stablecon's 2026 list is a forward-looking recognition. It suggests that Long and Ripple will continue to play a central role in the stablecoin space as the market matures. The next Stablecon event is expected to take place in early 2026, where Long may speak about RLUSD's progress.
