XRP News Today: Gumi Bets on XRP's Utility to Power Blockchain Finance

Japan’s Gumi, a Tokyo-listed gaming and blockchain firm, has announced a significant move to bolster its digital asset holdings by investing approximately ¥2.5 billion ($17 million) in XRP , the native token of Ripple. This strategic acquisition is part of Gumi’s broader effort to deepen its involvement in blockchain-based financial infrastructure, particularly in the areas of cross-border payments and liquidity networks. The company plans to execute the purchase between September 2025 and February 2026, marking a key phase in its blockchain-focused business strategy.

Gumi’s decision follows its earlier acquisition of 1 billion yen ($6.7 million) in Bitcoin in early 2025, which is being utilized in staking protocols and other blockchain-based operations. The dual-asset strategy now includes Bitcoin for value preservation and XRP for its utility in financial services. This approach aligns with Gumi’s vision of leveraging both assets to generate stable returns and expand revenue opportunities in the evolving digital asset landscape.

XRP’s role in the international remittance and liquidity networks is a central factor in Gumi’s decision. The company has highlighted the token’s practical applications in facilitating cross-border transactions and enhancing financial liquidity. This move is further reinforced by Gumi’s partnership with SBI Holdings, its largest shareholder and a major player in the Japanese financial and blockchain sectors. SBI has long-standing ties to Ripple and is a co-owner of SBI Ripple Asia, a joint venture that aims to promote blockchain-based payment solutions in Japan and the broader Asia-Pacific region. Additionally, Ripple and SBI recently agreed to distribute Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin in Japan, aiming to offer a regulated and trusted stablecoin for enterprise use by early 2026.

The acquisition is not a speculative move but a strategic integration into the XRP ecosystem, which Gumi sees as a critical component of its blockchain infrastructure. Gumi’s management emphasized that the investment aligns with the company’s long-term vision of strengthening its blockchain capabilities and expanding into the growing market for decentralized financial services. The firm will assess its crypto holdings quarterly, ensuring that market values are accurately reflected in its earnings.

Gumi’s XRP strategy positions it as part of a growing trend among public companies exploring the financial utility of digital assets beyond mere speculation. The company joins a list of others, including Everything Blockchain and Webus International , that are leveraging XRP’s potential for yield generation and cross-border applications. By embracing both Bitcoin and XRP, Gumi is taking a diversified approach to digital asset management, combining stability with utility to drive business growth in the blockchain and financial services sectors.