Ripple President Monica Long will take the stage at XRP Community Day on February 11, 2026, to confront growing skepticism that Ripple is distancing itself from XRP. She will stress that the digital asset remains integral to the company’s long-term strategy.
Long Directly Addresses ‘De-XRP’ Criticism
Long’s session in the Americas region, moderated by Token Relations founder and CEO Jacmel Melinek, will push back against speculation that Ripple has reduced its reliance on XRP amid shifting market conditions. She will reaffirm that XRP is a core component of Ripple’s financial infrastructure, aligned with future goals, and essential to global payment systems.
Garlinghouse and Community Discuss XRP’s Global Impact
The event opens with a fireside chat featuring Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and Thinking Crypto’s Tony Edward. They will cover XRP’s expanding role in global finance, accelerating institutional adoption, and growing market acceptance. Also on the agenda: XRP’s stability and the community’s long-term support for the asset.
XRP Community Day Scale and Agenda
This year’s global virtual event is divided into three regional sessions—Americas, EMEA, and APAC—to accommodate participants worldwide. Alongside top executives, ecosystem leaders and institutional partners will explore XRP ecosystem innovations and upcoming projects. Launched in January 2025, the first Community Day drew over 250,000 participants from more than 50 countries. Monica Long’s address is expected to deliver a clear message: XRP remains a strategic anchor for Ripple.