#DinnerWithTrump Ripple CEO’s Secret Dinner with Donald Trump Sparks Crypto At yesterday morning’s opening bell, Ripple (XRP) surged after the company’s CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, posted a photo on social media showing that he had just had dinner with US President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago, Florida. Stuart Alderoty, Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer, followed him.The content of their discussion is unknown As speculation mounts over whether their conversation will touch on legislation and regulatory developments surrounding cryptocurrency.

Ripple ignites speculation for a meeting of its own with the SEC’s higher-ups: The timing of this meeting is interesting as Ripple is nearing the end of its major case with the U.S. Security and Exchange Commission (SEC). Garlinghouse’s post read: “Strong start to 2025!” suggests hope for partnership with the incoming administration.