币界网报道：Ripple is reportedly in advanced discussions to acquire digital asset platform Uphold as part of its strategic expansion into broader crypto financial services. The potential deal, estimated at $250 million, would bolster Ripple’s payment infrastructure and liquidity management while expanding Uphold’s institutional reach. Uphold, known for its multi-asset trading capabilities, processes over $2 billion monthly in crypto transactions and supports XRP trading pairs. Ripple’s President Monica Long confirmed ongoing evaluations of "complementary businesses" to enhance its payment solutions, though neither company has officially commented on the acquisition talks. The move aligns with Ripple’s growing focus on regulatory clarity and institutional adoption following its partial legal victory against the SEC. Market analysts suggest the acquisition could strengthen XRP’s position in cross-border payments, where it already facilitates nearly half of RippleNet’s transactions. Uphold’s compliance-first approach and 10 million users would provide Ripple with deeper retail and enterprise access. XRP’s price surged 8% on speculation around the deal, continuing its 2023 recovery amid renewed institutional interest in Ripple’s payment-focused use cases. The talks coincide with Ripple’s ongoing hiring spree for its custody and liquidity products, signaling broader ambitions beyond its longstanding legal battles.