Ripple CEO Anticipates Record First Quarter Amid Acquisitions

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has announced that the company expects to achieve a record-breaking first quarter, driven by mergers and acquisitions. According to ChainCatcher, Ripple has invested approximately $4 billion into the crypto ecosystem, including the acquisition of Hidden Road for $1.25 billion and GTreasury for around $1 billion. Garlinghouse also highlighted that the progress of U.S. digital asset legislation is slower than anticipated. He mentioned that the CLARITY Act, initially expected to be implemented in April, might be delayed until May. He urged that regulatory measures should not become overly politicized, as this could hinder the industry's development.