"Today, Ripple Labs announced that it is partnering with 17 universities to launch a research initiative program designed to advance the industry. Titled the “University Blockchain Research Initiative” (UBRI), Ripple is donating $50 million USD (over $64 million CAD) to support blockchain research and innovation.
Ripple aims to grow the blockchain industry

According to a blog post from the Ripple team, the UBRI aims to accelerate academic research, technical development, and innovation in the blockchain industry.  "

https://discover.coinsquare.io/digital-currency/ripple-blockchain-research-50-million-donation/

Love or hate Ripple, I think this is a very generous move that is not only good for all things crypto, but for education in general and blockchain as well.

Real classy move.

What do you think?