Ripple Plans to Do "Something Special" for XRP Holders After IPO

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has hinted (https://youtu.be/rjlIpRzeunE?si=psWT4rMgTN2TGr8Y&t=861) that XRP holders could receive "something special" if Ripple ever becomes a public company.

He made the comment during an interview on the Crypto In America podcast with journalist Eleanor Terrett. During the discussion, Garlinghouse explained that Ripple is not currently focused on launching an IPO.

Ripple IPO Plans

Garlinghouse said Ripple is in no hurry to go public because several crypto companies have struggled in the stock market recently.

He pointed to companies like BitGo and Gemini, saying they have not performed strongly as public companies. He also mentioned reports that Kraken may have delayed its IPO plans.

According to Garlinghouse, staying private also gives Ripple more flexibility. He joked that being a private company allows him to speak more openly without heavy pressure from regulators or lawyers.

Still, he admitted Ripple could eventually consider going public in the future, although it is not a current priority.

Could XRP Holders Benefit?

The conversation later turned to XRP holders and whether they could benefit if Ripple eventually launches an IPO. Eleanor Terrett asked Garlinghouse if XRP holders could directly get from Ripple becoming a public company.

Garlinghouse replied that Ripple already works to benefit XRP holders by expanding the XRP ecosystem and increasing adoption around the world. However, he also hinted that Ripple could possibly offer additional benefits in the future.

According to him, Ripple may decide to do "something special" for XRP holders if the company ever goes public. However, he stressed that this is not something being planned right now. In his words:

"If and when Ripple goes public, would we do something special for people who hold XRP? Maybe, but that's not in the immediate term."

Ripple Still Focused on XRP Growth

During the interview, Garlinghouse also said Ripple continues to focus heavily on advancing the XRP ecosystem. He explained that Ripple considers XRP adoption when making partnerships and acquisitions.

Garlinghouse also mentioned Ripple's support for digital asset treasury firms like Evernorth, which is working toward building a large XRP treasury business with Ripple's backing.

According to Garlinghouse, Ripple believes these efforts help XRP holders, the XRP community, and Ripple shareholders at the same time.

While XRP Holders Wait

While XRP holders await "something special" from a future Ripple IPO, a new opportunity garnering all the spotlight now is Minotaurus (MTAUR) (http://minotaurus.io/insight/7ab441034d8c4c839eb8c6c2f8e183d8). This low-cap gaming token has already delivered strong early price moves turning heads.

MTAUR is currently priced at 0.00012754 USDT after climbing more than 3X from its earlier price of 0.00004 USDT over the past few months. Supporters believe the token could offer the kind of early-stage opportunity that XRP and Bitcoin once gave to early buyers.

For example, 100 USDT at the current price of 0.00012754 USDT could expand significantly if the token continues rising. If MTAUR reaches 0.0024 USDT, that 100 USDT sum would be worth around 1,882 USDT. If the price eventually climbs to 0.024 USDT, the same amount could be roughly 18,820 USDT.

Part of the excitement comes from the project's relatively small starting market cap of about 5.6 million. Supporters argue that this leaves more room for expansion compared to already established large-cap cryptocurrencies.

The project is also preparing for possible exchange listings, which many believe could expand visibility and activity. According to the team, more adoption partnerships and ecosystem announcements are expected in the near future.

Strong Use Case

Minotaurus is tied to a blockchain gaming ecosystem inspired by maze-navigation mythology. Players use the token for in-game upgrades, customization features, and digital items, creating utility tied directly to player activity inside the ecosystem.

The project has also undergone an audit process. According to a Coinsult Proof of Assets report, the presale wallet showed zero outbound transactions during the full 549-day presale period. At the time of verification on Dec. 18, 2025, the wallet reportedly held more than 2.7 million USDT on-chain.

As XRP holders continue to watch Ripple's long-term plans, some are choosing to diversify into smaller, emerging projects like MTAUR in search of higher potential.

Conclusion

Ripple's latest comments have once again sparked optimism across the XRP community. At the same time, those searching for early-stage opportunities are paying attention to Minotaurus (MTAUR), especially after its recent 3X price move and upcoming exchange plans.

For those who missed XRP's early breakout years ago, MTAUR could offer another chance to enter a project before wider adoption begins.

To learn more about the project, presale details, and how to participate, visit the official Minotaurus website (http://minotaurus.io/insight/7ab441034d8c4c839eb8c6c2f8e183d8).

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