Ripple CEO advocates for XRP as part of a U.S. crypto reserve strategy. Garlinghouse opposes token maximalism, pushing for a multichain approach. A diverse reserve strategy could bolster U.S. leadership in digital finance. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse is suggesting XRP as a reserve asset for the U.S. He’s pushing for a diverse crypto reserve strategy, not just Bitcoin. Garlinghouse’s proposal comes after discussions with the U.S. president Donald Trump regarding the potential role of XRP as a strategic reserve asset. Some thoughts on maximalism… let me say this as clearly as I can – the crypto industry has a real shot, here and now, to achieve the many goals we have in common, IF we work together instead of tearing each other down. This is not, and never will be, a zero-sum game. • I own… — Brad Garlinghouse (@bgarlinghouse) January 27, 2025 In an X (formerly Twitter) post, Garlinghouse outlined his vision for a government-backed digital asset reserve. This reserve would include multiple cryptocurrencies rather than just picking one, like Bitcoin. Garlinghouse stressed the importance of a level playing field. He advocated for a “multichain … The post Ripple CEO on U.S. Crypto Reserves—Why It Can’t Be Just BTC appeared first on Coin Edition .