On The Chain · 2026-06-29 · 1h 34m
**What did Ripple just do to XRP?** That's the question we couldn't stop asking after looking at everything that happened this week. On their own, these headlines don't seem extraordinary. Monica Long takes center stage. Ripple rolls through Washington pushing the Clarity Act. XRPL Lending moves closer. RLUSD continues expanding. Uphold adds XRP rewards. U.S. lawmakers signal that regulatory clarity is finally within reach. But when you step back... ...a much bigger picture begins to emerge. Tonight, Jeff and Chip connect the dots to explore whether Ripple has quietly shifted XRP into its next phase - and why most people may still be looking in the wrong direction. ### In this episode: What Monica Long's growing role signals for Ripple's future Ripple's Clarity Act campaign in Washington D.C. XRPL Lending and why it matters Uphold expands real-world XRP utility Panos calls out crypto's casino mentality The latest geopolitical headlines and their impact on digital assets SUPPORT ON THE CHAIN Badassery Coffee OTC Mint OTC Merch