Japanese gaming firm Gumi Inc. is significantly increasing its investment in cryptocurrency, announcing a plan to purchase ¥2.5 billion ($17 million) worth of XRP over the next five months. This move, which is more than double the company’s previous Bitcoin acquisition, signals a growing corporate interest in XRP.
The acquisition will happen gradually from September 2025 to February 2026. This strategy aligns with the broader push by Ripple and SBI Holdings (a Gumi backer) to expand XRP’s use in international remittances and liquidity services. This positions Gumi at the forefront of one of the most practical applications of crypto.
Gumi’s new strategy combines both Bitcoin (BTC) and XRP. While Bitcoin is used as a treasury anchor for stability and yield generation, the XRP investment is a strategic bet on the future of cross-border finance. The company is not alone in this; other firms are also adding XRP to their corporate treasuries, shifting the token from a speculative asset to a legitimate treasury-grade holding. This move also strengthens Gumi’s existing relationship with Ripple’s ecosystem, as the two have previously collaborated on Web3 ventures.
August 2025, Cryptoniteuae
