During the XRP Las Vegas 2025 conference, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse advocated for a partnership between XRP and Bitcoin, urging the cryptocurrency communities to collaborate rather than compete.

Garlinghouse emphasized that the Bitcoin community should not be viewed as adversaries by XRP holders, highlighting the mutual benefits of cooperation against the global banking industry.

He argued that the focus of the cryptocurrency sector should be on financial transformation instead of engaging in a zero-sum game.

Garlinghouse noted that Ripple is moving past its legal challenges and is now concentrating on the growth and expansion of XRP.

He acknowledged the resilience of the XRP community amidst ongoing legal battles with the SEC, while also recognizing the regulatory successes in the crypto industry.

At the conference, Garlinghouse highlighted Ripple CTO David Schwartz’s vision for redesigning the banking system through blockchain technology, which he believes is still underestimated.

Garlinghouse discussed the implications of Ripple's acquisition of Hidden Road, which aims to bridge traditional finance with decentralized finance (DeFi).

As a gesture of goodwill, Garlinghouse donated the 'Skull of Satoshi' to the Bitcoin community, which was positively received by supporters of both cryptocurrencies.

Despite the positive discussions, there has been increasing hostility from Bitcoin supporters towards Ripple, particularly following Ripple's lobbying efforts against a Bitcoin-only reserve in the U.S.

Historically, tensions have existed between the XRP and Bitcoin communities, often revolving around criticisms related to transaction costs and decentralization.

Garlinghouse believes that the success of Bitcoin positively impacts XRP and the broader digital asset industry, reinforcing the need for collaboration.

His remarks reflect a desire for cooperation despite the ongoing tensions that have persisted between the Bitcoin and XRP communities for over a decade.