A post on X by crypto commentator Time Traveler has highlighted a clear divide among XRP holders regarding their expectations and motivations.
The message directly addressed Ripple and its CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, and presented a strictly profit-driven position that contrasts with other perspectives within the community.
In the X post, Time Traveler stated, “We as XRP holders do not care about your banking progress. We hold XRP to get rich and live our lives.” The statement continued by rejecting any alignment with Ripple’s goals, adding, “We do not care about your agenda. We are here to get rich.”
The post made it clear that, from this viewpoint, XRP is held purely for financial gain rather than for any interest in institutional adoption or technological progress.
The responses to the post showed that XRP community members agree with this perspective, while others strongly disagree.
One commenter, Darrell Vollmer, focused on the legal and corporate reality behind Ripple’s operations. He wrote, “Brad’s only fiduciary obligation is to Ripple the corporation. No one at Ripple has any legal obligation to XRP.” He also noted that expectations of sudden price increases driven by Ripple leadership are misplaced, reinforcing the idea that the company operates independently of retail investor expectations.
Another user, Biaz, expressed full agreement with the original post, stating, “100% agree with you. This is the first time I agree with anything you’ve said. Anyone else who pretends it’s not true is just lying.” This comment reflects a segment of XRP holders who see profit as the primary and honest motivation behind their involvement.
A similar stance came from TheShillHunter, who emphasized that Ripple functions as a business with its own priorities. “Do you really think they truly care that you hold XRP and your financial status? It’s a business doing business and making money. Ripple is working for Ripple, not XRP holders. Facts,” the user wrote. This view reinforces the separation between the company’s objectives and the financial expectations of individual holders.
In contrast, another commenter, TheXFactor33, rejected the idea that profit is the only reason to hold XRP. “You absolutely do not represent the rest of us,” the user stated, before adding that some participants are focused on what is being built and its significance.
“This isn’t just about price, it’s about progress,” the comment continued, pointing to a long-term outlook that goes beyond immediate financial returns.
The exchange reflects the difference in how holders perceive XRP. Some approach it as an investment aimed at generating wealth, while others remain focused on the technology and its potential role in financial systems. It also shows that expectations placed on Ripple do not always match the company’s responsibilities or priorities.
As discussions like this continue, they provide insight into the varying perspectives within the XRP community, with no single view representing all participants.
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