Edoardo Farina, founder of Alpha Lions Academy and a vocal supporter of XRP, boldly claims that owning at least 1,000 XRP could be life-changing.

He supports this view with geopolitical and financial developments, arguing that XRP will play a significant role in the future of global finance.

Farina’s thesis centers on a key upcoming milestone: the official launch of the European Central Bank’s (ECB) digital euro, slated for October 2025. He emphasizes that Christine Lagarde, ECB President, has made it clear that all European institutions will be involved in rolling out the digital euro as “the currency of the future.”

With central banks across Europe preparing for the Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) era, Farina believes XRP could play an instrumental role. He claims the TIPS system (Target Instant Payment Settlement), used across Europe, shows ties to the XRP Ledger. However, this remains unconfirmed.

Ripple’s Ecosystem Connections Run Deep

Farina argues that the XRP Ledger isn’t just theoretically capable; the Central Bank of France may have already tested it for digital payments. Furthermore, Palau’s digital currency, which uses the euro and is built on XRPL, may serve as a testbed for broader use in the Eurozone.

Furthermore, Farina points to Ripple’s potential acquisition of Circle, the issuer of USDC, one of the few stablecoins compliant with Europe’s new MiCA regulations. This move, Farina argues, could position Ripple to dominate the regulated stablecoin market and cement its infrastructure within the EU’s financial system.

A Comparison to Stellar’s Big Moment

To further illustrate XRP’s potential price reaction, Farina draws a parallel to Stellar (XLM). He noted XLM surged over 200% following the announcement that Ukraine would build its CBDC on the Stellar network. He speculates that XRP could experience a similar, if not greater, rally if the digital euro is confirmed to run on the XRP Ledger.

While NDAs may delay public announcements, Farina warns that once the news breaks, “the train will leave the station fast.”

Holding 1,000 XRP as a Strategic Move

Based on these speculative scenarios, Farina insists that holding 1,000 XRP is essential for those serious about their financial positioning. At today’s price of around $2.18, accumulating 1,000 XRP would cost approximately $2,180.

In Farina’s view, this could be a strategic decision for investors who believe in the asset’s long-term role in global finance. He frames this as a “non-negotiable” goal for those aiming to future-proof their portfolios.

The view is that XRP could reach anywhere from $100 to $1,000 in the coming years, potentially putting those who hold 1,000 tokens on the path to realizing their millionaire dreams. However, this remains highly speculative, as it could take several decades for XRP to reach those lofty heights.

Yet, Farina warns that once institutions start FOMOing in, retail investors may find themselves priced out.

“Ignoring XRP or not holding at least 1,000 would be the definition of insanity,” he concludes.