When Ripple announced its $1 billion acquisition of GTreasury , the response across the digital asset space was immediate. Among those commenting was Remi Relief (@RemiReliefX), a well-known crypto commentator who reaffirmed his long-held view about XRP’s potential. In a response to Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s announcement, he wrote, “Remember when I said a $1,000 XRP is peanuts. If you don’t…remember it now.” His remark followed Garlinghouse’s statement that Ripple is “breaking into the $120T corporate treasury payments market” through the acquisition. …Remember when I said a $1,000 XRP is peanuts. If you don’t…remember it now! https://t.co/TzMCiX9wgr — The Real Remi Relief (@RemiReliefX) October 16, 2025 Strategic Value for XRP Remi Relief’s reaction reflects a belief among XRP supporters that Ripple’s expansion will translate into greater demand for the digital asset. XRP serves as a bridge currency within Ripple’s network, enabling near-instant cross-border settlements without requiring pre-funded accounts. Integrating this function into GTreasury’s system could introduce XRP as a liquidity tool for multinational corporations managing global cash positions, making Remi Relief’s $1,000 prediction a realistic target. Corporate treasurers traditionally rely on banks and legacy systems like SWIFT for foreign exchange and liquidity transfers. Ripple’s approach replaces these intermediaries with blockchain settlement, allowing value to move directly and continuously. If GTreasury clients adopt this model, each transaction settled using Ripple’s technology could generate recurring XRP usage at an institutional scale. Ripple Targets a $120 Trillion Market The acquisition marks Ripple’s entry into one of the largest sectors in global finance. GTreasury provides treasury management solutions used by corporations to manage liquidity, risk, payments, and compliance. The company plans to integrate its blockchain-based payments technology into GTreasury’s systems to modernize how corporations handle cross-border liquidity and settlement . We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 This move aligns with Ripple’s ongoing strategy to expand beyond cross-border remittances and position XRP as a foundational part of the global financial infrastructure. Ripple has acquired several key firms in 2025, including the multi-asset prime broker Hidden Road and the stablecoin platform Rail. By adding GTreasury, Ripple gains access to corporate finance operations that process trillions of dollars in global transactions. Outlook for XRP While $1,000 is a lofty target, the logic behind Remi Relief’s statement centers on scale. By entering a $120 trillion market and embedding blockchain settlement into the core of corporate treasury operations, Ripple is positioning XRP as more than a transactional token, as it will become part of enterprise liquidity infrastructure. The deal signals confidence in long-term adoption, suggesting that the foundation for future demand is being built through practical, institutional integration rather than retail speculation. 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 Pundit Says “Remember When I Said a $1,000 XRP Is Peanuts” After This Happened appeared first on Times Tabloid .
