Recent developments regarding Ripple and the U.S. Federal Reserve have sparked significant excitement in the XRP community, but one prominent validator is urging caution. Vet, a respected validator on the XRP Ledger’s default Unique Node List (dUNL), publicly warned against sharing unverified information about an alleged integration between the XRP Ledger (XRPL) and the federal banking system. The warning comes after a letter reportedly sent to the Federal Reserve by WhiteRock outlining plans to discuss XRPL technology within U.S. federal banking infrastructure. WhiteRock’s proposal, signed by Noam Levy, outlines ambitious aims for enhanced security, interoperability, regulatory compliance, and an enterprise-grade financial architecture. [This section focuses on the proposed integration.] The letter gained traction after the Federal Reserve relaxed its stance on cryptocurrency regulations, allowing banks to engage in digital asset activities such as custody and stablecoin transactions without prior approval. The timing of WhiteRock’s letter coincided with this shift, prompting speculation about potential federal interest in blockchain integration. [This section emphasizes the impact of regulatory changes.] However, these optimistic claims have raised concerns among those who prefer a grounded approach to XRP development. Vet took to X (formerly Twitter) to challenge the credibility of the WhiteRock proposal and urged community members to practice skepticism. He warned against sharing unverified information without scrutiny, as this could risk spreading misinformation. Vet highlighted that the desire for positive news should not supersede the need for verifiable evidence. [This section outlines Vet’s stance on critical thinking.] His call for responsibility underscores the crucial balance between advocacy and accurate messaging in a space where speculation can easily flourish. As the crypto industry continues to evolve, this episode serves as a reminder that navigating the line between genuine progress and unsupported hype remains essential, especially for XRP in its ongoing legal and regulatory challenges.