XRP News Today: Gumi Bets on XRP to Power Global Payments, Not Speculation

Gumi, a Japanese gaming and blockchain firm, has committed to acquiring XRP worth 2.5 billion yen (approximately $17 million) to expand its digital asset treasury and strengthen its role in cross-border payment solutions. The purchase, approved by the company’s board, will occur between September 2025 and February 2026 through a phased acquisition of around 6 million tokens. This move aligns with Gumi’s broader strategy to leverage blockchain technology in financial services, particularly in international remittances and liquidity networks [1].

XRP is central to Gumi’s strategy due to its utility in facilitating fast, efficient cross-border payments. The company emphasized that its investment is not driven by speculative motives but by the token’s strategic role in global financial infrastructure. “XRP will enable us to participate in liquidity networks directly,” stated a Gumi representative, highlighting the alignment with Ripple’s growing influence in cross-border payments. The investment builds on Gumi’s earlier acquisition of 1 billion yen (about $6.7 million) in Bitcoin in 2025, which is being used in staking protocols to generate additional returns [2].

Gumi’s partnership with SBI Holdings, its largest shareholder and a key player in Japan’s blockchain ecosystem, further underscores the strategic nature of the XRP acquisition. SBI, as a major shareholder in Ripple and co-manager of SBI Ripple Asia, has been instrumental in promoting XRP-based solutions in Japan and Asia. The company noted that Ripple’s recent launch of its RLUSD stablecoin in Japan reinforces the growing adoption of XRP in the region and supports Gumi’s financial objectives [3].

The company’s digital asset treasury will now focus on a dual-asset strategy, with Bitcoin serving as a store of value and XRP providing access to growth opportunities in blockchain-based financial services. Gumi plans to hold Bitcoin for stability while using XRP to expand its participation in liquidity networks and international remittances. This balanced approach aims to enhance corporate value through diversified exposure to digital assets. Additionally, Gumi will monitor the market value of its crypto holdings quarterly and disclose any significant impacts on earnings [1].

Gumi’s XRP treasury initiative reflects broader trends in Japan and Asia, where companies are increasingly integrating blockchain and digital assets into their financial operations. For instance, China’s Linklogis recently partnered with the XRP Ledger to support global supply chain finance. Gumi’s decision to add XRP to its portfolio, alongside Bitcoin, demonstrates its confidence in blockchain’s long-term potential to shape the financial landscape. The company also intends to assess the effectiveness of its strategy over time, particularly in terms of asset returns and market value.

The investment period for XRP will span several months, allowing Gumi to gradually integrate the asset into its operations. This timeframe enables the company to adapt to market conditions and optimize its digital asset strategy. Gumi’s approach emphasizes transparency and accountability, with a commitment to reporting the financial performance of its crypto holdings. The company aims to maintain a competitive edge in the evolving financial services sector through blockchain innovation and strategic asset management [3].

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