Ripple Raises $500M, Focuses on Business Integration Instead of IPO
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 07 2026- Successful Fundraising: Ripple raised $500 million in November 2025, achieving a valuation of $40 billion, which underscores its strong financial health and enhances its competitive position in the market.
- IPO Plans Shelved: President Monica Long stated that Ripple does not need public market capital for growth, allowing the company to focus on acquisition integration and expanding its stablecoin business without the pressures of going public.
- Acquisition Integration Strategy: In 2025, Ripple completed several significant acquisitions, including the $1.25 billion purchase of Hidden Road, making it the first crypto-native firm to own a global multi-asset prime broker, thereby enhancing its service capabilities in digital asset and foreign exchange trading.
- Market Expansion and Tech Upgrades: Ripple's RLUSD surpassed a $1 billion market cap by late 2025, while new features on the XRP Ledger, such as lending and privacy tools, are expected to launch this quarter, further advancing the company's strategic development in stablecoins and network upgrades.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
