Ripple’s University Blockchain Research Initiative (UBRI) has been at the forefront of fostering innovation and education in blockchain technology through partnerships with universities around the world. One of its standout partnerships is with Morgan State University, which has seen significant success in expanding technological capabilities and promoting academic excellence and innovation culture. The recent renewal of a $1.05 million collaboration between the two organizations further demonstrates Ripple’s commitment to nurturing talent and innovation at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the United States.