Arthur Britto, co-founder of the XRP Ledger, made his first post in 14 years on X, igniting discussions and speculations about XRP's future.
Arthur Britto Breaks His Silence
Britto posted on social media on Monday for the first time since creating the account in August 2011. The post features an emoji of a face without a mouth, which typically suggests speechlessness.
Some X users questioned whether his account had been compromised. However, Ripple CTO David Schwartz, Britto’s long-time collaborator, clarified that the post was real and ruled out a hacking incident.
“I can confirm this was not a hack or compromise,” he noted.
What Britto’s Return Could Mean For XRP
Britto’s post sparked speculation among XRP fans about what his potential return could mean. Prominent commentator John Squire pointed out the Ripple co-founder’s strategic timing, asserting that it coincides with several key developments, including record on-chain volume.
Speculation around Ripple’s initial public offering (IPO) prospects and pre-bull market conditions further signals a pattern. “Bullrun confirmed? Too early to say. But Arthur Britto doesn’t casually drop breadcrumbs. When someone this silent speaks… You listen,” Squire added.
Expectations and Rumors Surrounding XRP
Others highlighted Britto’s past ambitious assertion that XRP is “designed” to be worth $10,000 per token and should scale to 8 billion users, making it the core protocol for a truly inclusive global financial system.
“Perhaps a signal. XRP is reaching its moment. The global shift towards digital payments, CBDCs, and stablecoins is aligning with the original vision. The #XRPLedger is closer than ever to serving billions,” said another X user.
Arthur Britto's return to the crypto world and his cryptic post generate significant interest. The future of XRP remains uncertain, but his figure continues to exert a considerable influence on the community.
