Ripple has partnered with UC Berkeley to launch an initiative aimed at supporting the XRP ecosystem, with some reports indicating the establishment of a new center or accelerator. The partnership reportedly involves funding from Ripple, with one outlet specifying a $1.3 million gift, and is intended to promote growth and innovation on the XRP Ledger. Details of the initiative's scope and goals are not entirely clear, but it appears to be part of Ripple's broader plans for 2026, which may include efforts to boost institutional use and support startups on the XRP Ledger.