Crypto proponent John Squire has drawn attention to earlier remarks from Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse that outline a long-term valuation scenario for XRP tied to the expansion of institutional digital asset infrastructure. Squire’s commentary centers on the idea that XRP could ultimately reach a trillion-dollar market capitalization, which would place its unit price near the $100 range under current supply assumptions. Rather than framing the outlook as a short-term price forecast, the focus is placed on structural developments within global finance that could support such a valuation over time. According to Squire, the significance of Garlinghouse’s position lies in how XRP is positioned within a rapidly evolving financial environment, particularly as large institutions prepare for wider adoption of digital assets. The emphasis is not only on speculation, but on utility, scale, and integration with existing financial systems. XRP’S MASSIVE POTENTIAL Brad Garlinghouse has PREVIOUSLY suggested $XRP could reach a TRILLION-DOLLAR valuation, putting it near $100. That would spark one of the BIGGEST BREAKOUTS in crypto. The future might be closer than expected. pic.twitter.com/PUyyQT2hxN — John Squire (@TheCryptoSquire) December 20, 2025 Institutional Custody and the Scale of the Opportunity In a video referenced by Squire, Garlinghouse outlined expectations for the digital asset custody market, projecting it to approach $10 trillion by 2030. This estimate reflects the anticipated volume of digital assets that institutions will need to store, secure, and manage as tokenization, blockchain-based settlement, and regulated digital products expand. Garlinghouse explained that custody is only one component of a broader ecosystem. Institutions will also require reliable transfer mechanisms, compliant on- and off-ramps, and infrastructure capable of supporting tokenized assets. Within this framework, XRP is presented as part of a wider set of tools designed to facilitate efficient value movement across networks and jurisdictions. Existing Relationships and Product Synergy Squire’s analysis highlights Garlinghouse’s reference to early discussions with major global banks, including institutions already engaged with Ripple’s technology. In those conversations, banks explored whether Ripple could support custody services, even before the company could do so. Garlinghouse suggested that this demand existed well ahead of recent acquisitions and product expansions. The current strategy, as described, involves revisiting those relationships with a more complete offering. By combining custody solutions with payment, settlement, and tokenization capabilities, Ripple aims to deliver an integrated infrastructure to institutions that are already part of its network. Squire views this continuity as a key factor in understanding the long-term valuation case being made for XRP. We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 Connecting Utility to Long-Term Valuation Squire’s central point is that Garlinghouse’s trillion-dollar valuation reference should be understood in the context of market size and functional demand, not isolated price targets. As institutional participation in digital assets increases, assets that are embedded in core financial workflows may benefit disproportionately. From this perspective, the future valuation of XRP is linked to how effectively it supports large-scale financial activity in custody, transfers, and tokenized markets. Squire concludes that if these components continue to align, the timeline for such outcomes may be closer than many expect, driven more by infrastructure adoption than by market sentiment alone. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are advised to conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on X , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post This Ripple CEO’s Suggestion Puts XRP Price Near $100. Closer Than Expected? appeared first on Times Tabloid .
