XRP Community Issues Warnings Over Controversial Token Linked to IQ Claim
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 03 2026- Community Backlash: The XRP community expressed strong skepticism towards YoungHoon Kim's promotion of a token linked to his claimed IQ of 276, viewing it as an exploitation of the XRP brand that undermines community trust.
- Technical Leadership Scrutiny: Ripple's CTO David Schwartz publicly questioned Kim's credentials, stating that an IQ of 276 is scientifically impossible and revealing dubious sources for Kim's certifications, which heightened community vigilance regarding the token.
- Token Promotion Controversy: Kim claimed the new token would support XRP and provide real utility, yet community members argued that such misleading messaging was unnecessary, as XRP's value should not rely on unofficial tokens.
- Apology and Trust Crisis: Under community pressure, Kim issued a public apology and unblocked Schwartz, but while some members accepted the apology, many believe the damage to trust in cryptocurrency is difficult to reverse.
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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.
