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Triblu founder, Joshua Dalton has proposed through his X account that XRP could serve as a more effective strategic reserve for the United States to address its national debt, surpassing Bitcoin in this capacity.
Dalton’s commentary comes amid growing speculation following President Donald Trump’s recent executive order on cryptocurrencies.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-president-trump-s-executive-order-on-cryptocurrencies">President Trump’s Executive Order on Cryptocurrencies</h2>
On January 23, 2025,<a href="https://www.thecoinrepublic.com/2025/01/24/president-trump-signs-executive-order-to-create-national-digital-asset-stockpile/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">President Trump signed an executive order</a> titled “Strengthening American Leadership in Digital Financial Technology.”
This directive aims to establish regulatory clarity for digital financial technologies and secure America’s position as a leader in the digital asset economy.
The order includes the formation of a working group tasked with evaluating the feasibility of a national digital asset stockpile, potentially utilizing cryptocurrencies seized by the government.
Dalton’s proposal centers on the notion that XRP, due to its association with <a href="https://www.thecoinrepublic.com/2025/01/19/ripple-labs-mints-fresh-2008333-rlusd-stablecoin-as-demand-soar/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Ripple Labs</a>—a company headquartered in the United States—offers a level of transparency and trustworthiness that Bitcoin, with its anonymous creator Satoshi Nakamoto, lacks.
He argues that the unknown identity of Bitcoin’s creator could pose risks, especially if linked to foreign entities like China.
In contrast, he argues that Ripple’s American roots make XRP a safer and more reliable option for the U.S. government.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-xrp-s-potential-to-address-the-u-s-national-debt">XRP’s Potential to Address the U.S. National Debt</h2>
Dalton suggests that XRP could play a pivotal role in mitigating the U.S. national debt, which currently stands at approximately $36.2 trillion.
He proposes that the U.S. government could acquire a substantial amount of <a href="https://www.thecoinrepublic.com/2025/01/21/xrp-price-up-58-to-outshine-historical-january-growth-trend/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">XRP</a>, potentially from Ripple’s escrowed balance of 37.7 billion tokens.
For instance, if the government were to acquire 10,000 XRP tokens, currently valued at $31,500, and the price per token increased to $100, this would result in a portfolio worth $1 million.
Such a price rally would require a 3,074% increase from the current price of $3.15 per XRP. While this scenario is speculative, it underscores the potential for significant returns on investment.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-market-implications-and-considerations">Market Implications and Considerations</h2>
The proposal to use XRP as a strategic reserve involves key considerations. First, regulatory clarity is essential.
President Trump’s executive order aims to establish clear guidelines for digital assets, which could affect XRP’s adoption in government financial strategies.
Market volatility is another concern. XRP’s price fluctuations could make it challenging to use as a reliable reserve <a href="https://www.thecoinrepublic.com/2024/12/22/how-bitcoin-btc-usd-could-reduce-u-s-debt-by-36-by-2050/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">to address national debt.</a> Its stability and liquidity are vital factors.
Finally, establishing a national digital asset reserve requires careful planning. Managing cryptocurrencies like XRP would involve weighing potential risks and benefits before moving forward.
While the idea presents intriguing possibilities, it also necessitates thorough analysis and consideration of the broader economic and regulatory landscape.
As the cryptocurrency market continues to evolve, such discussions highlight the innovative ways digital assets are being considered in national financial strategies.
The post <a href="https://www.thecoinrepublic.com/2025/01/25/u-s-debt-solution-triblus-dalton-sees-xrp-as-a-better-bet-than-bitcoin/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">U.S. Debt Solution? Triblu’s Dalton Sees XRP as a Better Bet Than Bitcoin</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thecoinrepublic.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">The Coin Republic</a>.

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