Mark Yusko, founder and CEO of Morgan Creek Capital, has outlined the conditions under which XRP could be included in the firm's investment portfolio. Speaking in an interview with the Paul Barron Network, Yusko explained that Morgan Creek prioritizes digital assets with strong development activity and practical real-world use cases.
Currently, the firm holds significant positions in:
However, XRP is not part of the portfolio, and Yusko attributes this decision to two key factors:
While XRP is not currently part of the firm's strategy, Yusko outlined the specific conditions under which it could be reconsidered:
These conditions reflect Morgan Creek Capital's pragmatic approach, focusing on blockchain projects that offer institutional-grade adoption and real-world financial integration.
Potential Shift in U.S. PolicyInterestingly, Yusko recently speculated that the new U.S. administration might consider adding XRP to the national crypto reserve alongside Bitcoin. This would mark a significant policy shift and could dramatically boost XRP's institutional legitimacy.
With Donald Trump's pro-crypto stance, there is growing speculation that regulatory clarity for XRP and other altcoins may improve, potentially paving the way for broader institutional adoption.
Outlook for XRP and Institutional InvestmentWhile XRP remains a dominant player in cross-border transactions, it has yet to reach the institutional threshold required for inclusion in Morgan Creek Capital's portfolio. However, if the conditions Yusko outlined are met—mass banking adoption, SWIFT replacement, and backing from top-tier financial institutions—it could become an attractive asset for institutional investors.
For now, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana remain the firm's top choices, but XRP's trajectory will be closely monitored as the financial sector continues its shift toward blockchain-based solutions.