Ripple just raised $500 million but says, 'No thanks' to going public. Instead, they’re going on a $4 billion shopping spree, snapping up companies to build a one-stop shop for digital money. While Ripple’s value is soaring, the price of XRP (the coin you can actually buy) is tanking—so don’t assume the company’s wins mean instant gains for your crypto wallet. Sometimes, private growth means more freedom to experiment, but less pressure to deliver quick results. #Business #Market #Ripple