Ripple Executive Sees 2026 as Major Turning Point After UK EMI License and Acquisitions

On January 10, 2026, Ripple executive Reece Merrick said 2026 could be transformative for the company following its recent U.K. Electronic Money Institution license and earlier acquisitions. CEO Brad Garlinghouse highlighted that the 2025 performance, especially in Q4, and the deals for Ripple Prime and GTreasury, have strengthened Ripple's strategy around XRP, RLUSD and its broader Internet of Value vision.