Crypto exchange Gemini has created a buzz by hinting at a new XRP-branded Mastercard in the United States. A large billboard in New York City displayed a release date of August 25, 2025, stirring reactions in the crypto community. Although Gemini and Mastercard have not officially confirmed this project, the speculation is already changing discussions in the financial sector. The image displayed the logos of Gemini, Mastercard, XRP, and a message, “Prepare your bags.” Notably, the message suggested a “new era in crypto payments,” sparking conversations about whether XRP is about to be integrated into mainstream financial systems. Crypto Community Awaits Full Details on the Proposed Launch Meanwhile, this news comes as the price of XRP rose above $3. This means XRP is gaining attention, both in price and from institutional investors. The recent increase past $3 is also due to higher investor confidence, good market trends, and clearer information about XRP’s regulatory status. Crypto lawyer John Deaton, a supporter of XRP, also commented on speculation about a new XRP-branded card. In a fun post on X , he wagered that this card could outperform other crypto-linked cards. If confirmed, the XRP-branded Mastercard could significantly boost XRP’s acceptance and use in daily payments. As the rumored launch date approaches, many will look to Gemini and Mastercard for updates. Whether this is just a marketing push or a sign of deeper involvement, one thing is clear: XRP is gaining attention. XRP’s potential to change the future of crypto payments may be closer than ever. A Crypto Card For The Masses In a similar vein, Mastercard teamed up with crypto exchange OKX to launch the OKX Card, a new crypto-enabled payment card designed to give users access to their digital funds. The card allows consumers to spend stablecoins effortlessly, integrating crypto into daily purchases with traditional payment convenience. Interestingly, Mastercard’s aggressive expansion into stablecoins signifies a rapidly growing market. MetaMask also joined forces with Mastercard to unveil a card that lets users spend self-custodied crypto using smart contracts. Last month, Bitget Wallet, a popular self-custody digital wallet, also teamed up with Mastercard and Immersve to launch a new crypto-linked card . Gemini Expands Services to Boost Market Presence Gemini, founded in 2014 by twins Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss , is well-known in the crypto world but still sees lower trading volumes than Coinbase and Binance. In June, Gemini filed for an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States as crypto markets began to recover. The company also entered the tokenized stock market in June, allowing customers in the European Union to invest in on-chain equities. Additionally, the exchange recently introduced a new self-custody wallet and an on-chain trading dashboard as it works to strengthen its position in the crypto market. The post Gemini Hints at XRP-Branded Mastercard Launch appeared first on TheCoinrise.com .
