In a post on X, market commentator John Squire highlighted a key insight from a recent interview featuring Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse : Ripple is placing greater emphasis on acquisitions than on an IPO or an XRP-focused ETF. Squire paired his summary with a video excerpt from the discussion, drawing attention to Garlinghouse’s focus on strengthening Ripple’s role as a blockchain infrastructure company. Ripple is prioritizing acquisitions over an IPO or ETF. “Right now, acquisitions matter more… Ripple is, at its core, a blockchain infrastructure company.” – @bgarlinghouse $XRP He made it crystal clear pic.twitter.com/ElgmEg0FM3 — John Squire (@TheCryptoSquire) August 18, 2025 What Garlinghouse Said In the clip, Garlinghouse described Ripple’s position and strategic focus: “You know, we have been in a very fortunate position to be able to grow the business organically. We’re also frankly more proactive. And looking at acquisitions that this is an industry that is finally going to be able to thrive in the United States, the largest economy in the world.” Speaking further, he said: “I think the industry is still underestimating the shift from the headwinds to the tailwinds. That’s going to make a bigger difference than people think. And finally, the U.S. market is unlocked.” When asked whether this meant acquisitions now take precedence over an IPO, Garlinghouse avoided naming specific targets but emphasized Ripple’s core identity: “Well, I’m not going to name names, but Ripple at its core is a blockchain infrastructure company. We sell our technologies to businesses, primarily financial institutions, and we’ll be an infrastructure company.” How the Priorities Are Framed The discussion itself focused on acquisitions versus IPO. Garlinghouse emphasized proactive dealmaking and a more favorable U.S. environment, while the interviewer explicitly drew the comparison with an IPO. The ETF dimension appears in John Squire’s framing of Ripple’s broader strategic hierarchy. Garlinghouse concentrated on acquisitions and Ripple’s infrastructure mandate, while Squire contextualized this as a prioritization over IPO and ETF considerations. We are on twitter, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) July 15, 2023 Strategic Implications for Ripple Two points emerge clearly from the interview. First, Ripple views the U.S. market as “really unlocked ,” with conditions shifting from “headwinds to tail winds.” Second, acquisitions align with Ripple’s stated role as a blockchain infrastructure company selling technology to businesses, particularly financial institutions. This focus has already materialized through recent strategic acquisitions, including the purchase of Hidden Road and Rail , which strengthen Ripple’s ability to serve institutional clients. Together, these insights point to acquisitions as Ripple’s primary lever for expanding its infrastructure footprint, while IPO and ETF paths remain secondary in this discussion. The Takeaway John Squire’s summary and the interview excerpt present a consistent message: Ripple is prioritizing acquisitions in the near term. Brad Garlinghouse’s remarks frame this choice as an extension of Ripple’s infrastructure-driven identity, emphasizing dealmaking in a newly favorable U.S. market. Within the provided context, acquisitions—not IPOs or ETFs—are the centerpiece of Ripple’s current strategy. 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 States the Priority Between XRP ETF, IPO, and Acquisitions appeared first on Times Tabloid .
