- Donald Trump’s Ripple-related post on Truth Social fueled speculation about XRP’s U.S. market expansion and potential price surge.
- Ripple’s 75% U.S.-based hiring boost and ETF developments signal growing confidence in domestic crypto market conditions.
Donald Trump gained significant attention in the crypto sector by sharing a Ripple Labs and XRP-related article on Truth Social. The post sparked speculation about a potential surge in Ripple’s presence across the U.S. market. Many XRP supporters believe his endorsement could strengthen the value of digital assets.
Link: https://t.co/PQLbHladMl
— Good Morning Crypto (@AbsGMCrypto) February 19, 2025
The post highlighted Ripple’s growing business in the U.S. since the 2024 election. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse discussed the company’s renewed focus on the domestic market and how regulatory shifts under a potential Trump administration could reshape the industry.
He also addressed former SEC Chairman Gary Gensler’s policies and their role in shaping a broader market upswing.
Gensler, very much on brand – completely dismissive of the 2024 election and the American public – fully commits to his failed ‘regulation-by-enforcement agenda to the bitter, bitter end. #Sad https://t.co/1FEzB8d13o
— Brad Garlinghouse (@bgarlinghouse) January 14, 2025
Crypto analysts and traders quickly responded to Trump’s post, pointing to Ripple’s increasing engagement with U.S. businesses. Garlinghouse disclosed that in late 2024, Ripple secured more domestic deals than in the prior six-month period. That shift contrasts with previous years when the company prioritized international expansion due to regulatory uncertainty.
Ripple’s 75% U.S. Hiring Surge Signals Market Confidence
Adding weight to Ripple’s U.S. push, 75% of the company’s open positions are now based in the country, a striking contrast to its prior hiring patterns, as we previously reported. For years, Ripple focused on global markets, but its current hiring spree suggests confidence in U.S. market conditions.
2025 is here and the Trump bull market is real. For Ripple, this is even more personal after Gensler’s SEC effectively froze our business opportunities here at home for years. The optimism is obvious and very deserved.
Today:
✅75% of Ripple’s open roles are now US-based, while…— Brad Garlinghouse (@bgarlinghouse) January 5, 2025
The company has also maintained close ties with Trump’s team, having contributed to the Fair Shake PAC during the election cycle. Ripple executives have previously engaged with Trump, fueling speculation that his administration could bring policy changes favorable to the crypto sector. While the exact extent of Trump’s influence on Ripple’s operations remains unclear, his post signals potential support for the company’s ambitions in the U.S.
XRP’s price action has reflected this shift. Since Trump’s election victory, XRP has emerged as one of the top-performing assets in the crypto market. Investors see his administration as a potential catalyst for regulatory clarity, paving the way for institutional adoption and greater market stability.
XRP ETF Race Heats Up as SEC Acknowledges Key Filings
The SEC’s recent acknowledgment of two spot XRP ETF applications from the Cboe BZX Exchange added further momentum to the ongoing XRP rally. The applications, submitted by 21Shares and Bitwise, signal growing demand for an institutional-grade XRP investment product.
Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart described the SEC’s move as expected, given the increasing interest in XRP. However, he previously estimated a 65% chance of an XRP ETF approval in 2024, noting that Ripple’s ongoing legal battle with the SEC remains a key roadblock.
Although Ripple secured a partial victory in court regarding XRP’s classification, the SEC’s appeal keeps regulatory uncertainty in play. Some industry watchers speculate that the regulator might pause its lawsuit, following a similar approach to its case against Binance. If that happens, an XRP ETF approval could arrive sooner than expected.
