Speculation regarding a potential $20 billion acquisition of Circle by Ripple has been circulating on social media. User “Crypto Barbie” claimed Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse made this new offer, leading to claims that the deal is progressing towards completion. However, neither Circle nor Ripple has officially announced an acquisition agreement. ❌ 💨 The viral posts highlight a potential strategic move for Ripple, as it seeks to expand its reach in the U.S. and consolidate its position in the stablecoin market. Proponents of Ripple suggest this move could also be influenced by the slow adoption of their own stablecoin, RLUSD. While these rumors exist, official confirmation remains pending.