XRP News Today: Cryptocurrency Analyst Links Ripple, Stellar, Musk Ventures in Blockchain Theory

A prominent cryptocurrency analyst, Stellar Rippler, has proposed a theory that links Ripple (XRP), Stellar (XLM), and several of Elon Musk’s ventures, including X and Grok. The analysis is based on public partnerships, symbolic branding, and technical overlaps, suggesting a deeper architecture behind Musk’s financial and technological vision.

At the core of this theory is Jed McCaleb, the co-founder of both Ripple and Stellar. McCaleb now leads VAST, a space station company partnered with SpaceX. Stellar Rippler suggests that this partnership could be more than just an aerospace collaboration. It might be the first step toward integrating blockchain infrastructure with satellite-based communication networks like Starlink, potentially laying the groundwork for global financial systems in low-connectivity areas. The general belief is that McCaleb left Ripple due to internal conflicts, but Stellar Rippler has previously suggested that McCaleb was assigned to start Stellar, indicating that both networks are part of a broader strategy.

Stellar Rippler points to visual and technical hints as further evidence. The X logo resembles a modified version of the Ripple logo, and Grok’s logo is similar to Stellar’s. Additionally, the source code of x.com, which is public, references terms such as “wallet,” “ledger,” and “bridge,” which are central to XRP’s framework. These are not generic terms but core components of Ripple’s cross-border settlement ecosystem. Musk has also changed his X name to Gorklun Rust, and Stellar Rippler noted that Stellar runs on Rust, pointing to Musk’s past “Stellar Ripple Constellation” post as intentional.

The theory also links Ripple’s Interledger Protocol (ILP) to Grok AI, which allegedly mentioned “interledger routing” in version 2.0. ILP enables cross-ledger payments through XRP, making it a natural fit for any system looking to unify digital and fiat transactions at scale. Grok’s reference suggests that Ripple tech might have been quietly tested in Musk’s growing digital ecosystem. Musk’s ambitions for X as an “everything app” align closely with the long-term goals of both Ripple and Stellar. Each blockchain aims to provide infrastructure for payments, identity, asset tokenization, and liquidity. In the past, Musk stated, “The future economy will run at the speed of thought.” Stellar Rippler compares this with Ripple’s older slogan, “Move money at the speed of information,” suggesting a shared vision.

While no official confirmation exists, the pieces presented suggest that if Musk integrates blockchain technology, the XRP Ledger (XRPL) and Stellar blockchain could power it. The analysis highlights the potential for a unified financial system that leverages the strengths of both Ripple and Stellar, with Musk’s ventures playing a pivotal role. This theory, if true, could revolutionize the way we think about digital transactions and financial infrastructure.