Brad Garlinghouse, who assumed the role of Ripple CEO in 2016 after joining the company as Chief Operating Officer a year earlier, has consistently promoted the use and relevance of XRP . Over the past decade, he has used various media platforms, conferences, and interviews to emphasize the asset’s potential in the global financial ecosystem. A community account known as XRP Investing recently compiled a series of Garlinghouse’s most prominent remarks concerning the token. These statements, gathered from past and recent engagements, reflect his long-standing commitment to advancing the digital asset’s utility and value. Highlighting Functional Advantages Garlinghouse has regularly discussed XRP’s strength, particularly in cross-border transactions. During an early Ripple Swell conference, he stated that the asset was uniquely designed to handle large-scale international payments efficiently. This, he explained, distinguishes it from many other digital assets lacking similar utility. In a 2018 Yahoo Finance Summit appearance, Garlinghouse linked Ripple’s growing involvement in solving global payment issues with the increasing relevance of XRP. He suggested that the firm’s expansion into cross-border financial services would increase demand for the asset in multi-trillion-dollar markets. Later that same year, during a Ripple Swell interview with Cheddar , he underscored XRP’s superior transaction speed and cost efficiency. According to him, the asset processes transactions significantly faster and at a lower cost than Bitcoin, making it more practical for real-time use. Clarifying XRP’s Legal and Structural Standing Garlinghouse has also addressed XRP’s regulatory and structural status. In an August 2019 discussion about a class action lawsuit against Ripple in 2018, he expressed confidence that XRP does not qualify as a security. He referenced regulatory opinions from jurisdictions like the United Kingdom to support this stance. He has also emphasized the token’s operational independence from Ripple. In a 2017 interview with Fortune Magazine’s The Ledger, Garlinghouse stated that XRP could continue functioning without Ripple’s involvement, pointing to the asset’s decentralized nature. We are on twitter, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) July 15, 2023 In a 2018 Stanford Legal Podcast, Garlinghouse shared the story of XRP’s creation, highlighting how early Bitcoin contributors developed it to address Bitcoin’s scalability and energy consumption issues. The asset, he said, was built as a more efficient digital currency from the outset. Financial Transparency and Future Outlook Garlinghouse has not avoided speaking on Ripple’s business model either. In a 2020 interview with the Financial Times, he acknowledged that the company’s profitability and positive cash flow have partially depended on sales of its XRP holdings. Presently, Ripple holds over 41 billion XRP, valued at approximately $82 billion. More recently, Garlinghouse has expressed optimism about XRP’s future within the financial industry. In October 2024, during an interview with Bloomberg , he indicated that he believes XRP will inevitably be included in exchange-traded fund (ETF) offerings, highlighting its growing legitimacy. In January 2025, amid broader discussions around digital assets suitable for a potential U.S. crypto reserve, Garlinghouse disclosed that he holds XRP, Bitcoin, and Ethereum. He advocated for a diversified reserve model that does not rely on a single cryptocurrency. For a decade, Brad Garlinghouse has passionately advocated for XRP, highlighting its potential to revolutionize financial systems. From highlighting its transaction capabilities to defending its regulatory status and forecasting its institutional future, his leadership has helped shape XRP’s global narrative and Ripple’s strategic direction. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on Twitter , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s Decade-Long Advocacy for XRP appeared first on Times Tabloid .
