XRP News Today: C1 Fund's Ripple Move Bridges Public-Private Blockchain Markets

C1 Fund Inc. (NYSE: CFND), a publicly traded closed-end investment company focused on late-stage digital assets and blockchain infrastructure, has acquired equity in Ripple, a global enterprise blockchain technology provider. This strategic investment aligns with C1 Fund's objective to expand its portfolio of companies advancing institutional-grade blockchain finance. Ripple's platform leverages stablecoins like RippleUSD (RLUSD) and the XRP Ledger (XRPL) to facilitate efficient cross-border payments and asset settlementsC1 Fund Inc. Announces Equity Purchase in Ripple, Leading Enterprise Blockchain Solutions Provider^[1].

Elliot Han, Chief Investment Officer of C1 Fund, emphasized that Ripple's technology and international reach complement the fund's strategy to support core infrastructure in blockchain finance. "We believe this investment further positions C1 Fund to participate in the evolving landscape of digital assets," he statedC1 Fund Inc. Announces Equity Purchase in Ripple, Leading Enterprise Blockchain Solutions Provider^[1]. Dr. Najam Kidwai, CEO of C1 Fund, added that the acquisition underscores confidence in Ripple's leadership and innovation, positioning the fund to benefit from the growing adoption of blockchain in financial systemsC1 Fund Inc. Announces Equity Purchase in Ripple, Leading Enterprise Blockchain Solutions Provider^[1].

C1 Fund, which maintains a portfolio of approximately 30 digital assets and blockchain infrastructure companies, typically allocates at least 80% of its assets to equity and equity-linked securities in the sector. The fund, headquartered in Palo Alto, California, operates under the management of C1 Advisors LLC and excludes investments in companies primarily administered in the People's Republic of China, including China Hong Kong and China MacauC1 Fund Inc. Announces Equity Purchase in Ripple, Leading Enterprise Blockchain Solutions Provider^[1]. As of October 2025, C1 Fund's market capitalization stood at $55.89 million, with shares trading at $8.1 apiece, though the fund's shares had declined 12.9% year-to-dateC1 Fund acquires stake in Ripple to expand digital assets portfolio^[2].

Ripple's technology, including its XRP Ledger and RLUSD stablecoin, is designed to streamline cross-border transactions and reduce liquidity costs for financial institutions. The company's recent expansion into the Middle East, including partnerships with Bahrain Fintech Bay, highlights its focus on regulatory compliance and institutional adoptionC1 Fund Adds Ripple to Portfolio in Strategic Blockchain Investment^[5]. This aligns with C1 Fund's emphasis on investing in companies with robust compliance frameworks and scalable solutions.

Financial analysis of C1 Fund reveals challenges, including weak gross profit margins and zero revenue growth, reflecting its focus on capital appreciation rather than income generationC1 Fund (CFND) Invests in Blockchain Leader Ripple - GuruFocus^[3]. However, insider buying activity over the past three months-totaling 95,040 shares-suggests confidence in the fund's strategic directionC1 Fund (CFND) Invests in Blockchain Leader Ripple - GuruFocus^[3]. The fund's high P/E ratio of 9999 and zero net margins further underscore its speculative profileC1 Fund (CFND) Invests in Blockchain Leader Ripple - GuruFocus^[3].

The investment in Ripple marks a continuation of C1 Fund's strategy to diversify its exposure to blockchain infrastructure. By targeting mature companies like Ripple, the fund aims to bridge the gap between public and private markets while offering investors access to regulated, institutional-grade digital asset solutions.