Ripple CEO Clarifies XRP’s Independence in Decentralized Governance

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse explicitly reaffirmed XRP’s independence, stating that it operates autonomously from Ripple’s control. This clarification comes amidst growing institutional interest in XRP, reflected by recent spot ETF launches and robust trading volume, highlighting shifting market perceptions of XRP. Garlinghouse emphasized on social media and at the Ripple Swell 2025 conference that XRP is governed by its community and not controlled by Ripple, reinforcing its decentralized nature. His statements coincide with rising institutional engagement, as seen in recent XRP ETF launches and the increasing activity of major financial institutions.