币界网报道：Pro-XRP lawyer John Deaton has predicted Ripple could achieve a $100 billion valuation if it goes public, though he cautioned the timing remains uncertain due to ongoing SEC litigation. Deaton noted Ripple's strong financial position with over $1 billion in cash and $25 billion in XRP holdings reduces urgency for an IPO. He suggested Ripple might wait until the SEC case concludes, possibly in 2024, before pursuing a public listing. The lawyer highlighted Ripple's potential to disrupt cross-border payments as justification for the ambitious valuation, comparing it to PayPal's market cap. Deaton also mentioned Ripple's recent acquisition of Standard Custody as a strategic move to strengthen its regulatory compliance ahead of any public offering.