Ripple-IE Blockchain, XRPL and Policy Gateway

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Ripple-ie Blockchain, Xrpl And Policy Gateway

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ABOUT THE GATEWAY

The Ripple–IE Blockchain, XRPL and Policy Gateway provides a comprehensive understanding of blockchain technologies, digital assets, and their applications across business, policy, and the evolving financial ecosystem.

Students gain exposure to the core foundations of blockchain and Web3, including cryptocurrencies, decentralized finance (DeFi), and blockchain-driven business models, while also developing technical skills in platforms such as Ethereum and XRPL. The program integrates business, technical, and regulatory perspectives, equipping students to navigate the complexities of innovation in a rapidly changing digital landscape.

This gateway is an optional, interdisciplinary experience that students can undertake alongside their degree at IE University.

PARTNER COMPANY

Ripple is a global technology company that focuses on enabling fast, secure, and low-cost cross-border payments through blockchain and digital asset solutions.

At the forefront of blockchain innovation, the company works with financial institutions, regulators, and enterprises worldwide to advance blockchain adoption and transform the global financial system. Through its XRP Ledger (XRPL), it drives innovation in payments, tokenization, and decentralized applications.

In collaboration with Ripple, this gateway brings together industry insights and hands-on applications to ensure a relevant and practical learning experience.

WHO IS IT FOR

Tailored for students interested in exploring the intersection of blockchain, digital assets, and financial innovation, this gateway equips participants with the skills needed to navigate emerging technologies and their real-world applications.
It welcomes undergraduate students (3rd and 4th year) and master’s students from IE School of Science and Technology, IE Business School, and IE Law School, with admission granted on a case-by-case basis.

OBJECTIVES

Gain foundational knowledge on Blockchain, concepts, applications, benefits, and impact
Build technical knowledge and coding skills in Ethereum and XRPL
Apply blockchain to organizational innovation
Build Apps and decentralized business models
Learn key policies and regulations in Blockchain and Crypto
Develop meaningful connections within the blockchain ecosystem across business leaders, technologists, regulators, and innovators

TIMELINE

Phase 1

Phase 2

Phase 3

Phase 4

Phase 1

October - December

Admissions process and final selection

1/4

LEARNING AREAS

Students develop a comprehensive understanding of blockchain from business, technical, and regulatory perspectives, covering the following topics:

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APPLIED LEARNING EXPERIENCE

After establishing a strong theoretical foundation, students are exposed to practical learning. They take part in an immersive field trip to the XRPL Commons office in Paris, where they will learn about the practical implementations of the XRP Ledger. During this phase, students also work on their final projects, applying their knowledge in practical work areas such as:

Developing decentralized applications
Creating innovative blockchain products within organizations
Designing and launching blockchain or crypto startups
Analyzing business, technology, and regulatory landscapes to anticipate future trends