Ripple CEO Confidently States XRP Community Is Ready; Pilot for Real-World Payments Launches

In a move that resonated deeply within the XRP community, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse announced, ‘We have been ready for this moment; the XRP community has been ready for this moment.’ This statement emphasized the company’s strong anticipation of the upcoming developments. The announcement came through a video clip posted by Subjective Views on X, further amplifying the sentiment. partnership with Mastercard, WebBank, and Gemini Trust Company to pilot real-world payments using regulated stablecoin RLUSD on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). This ambitious initiative was unveiled at Swell 2025. The collaboration marks a significant step towards mainstream adoption of Ripple’s technology in the financial sector.