A recent post by X user BuryMeBig drew strong reactions within the XRP community after making a direct claim about Ripple’s relationship with the so-called “XRP Army.” In his post, BuryMeBig stated that Ripple has no regard for the individuals who have long supported the project, despite their significant contributions to its visibility and presence during legal battles and community engagement. He argued that although XRP holders stood behind the company and its token during critical moments, Ripple does not prioritize or appreciate retail investors who have used XRP with the aim of financial independence. His statement emphasized that supporters should not confuse their loyalty to the project with a reciprocal acknowledgment from Ripple itself. Crypto Bitlord’s Response Well-known crypto investor and commentator Crypto Bitlord responded to this post with strong remarks of his own. In his reply, he stated that the XRP Army played a crucial role in Ripple’s survival and success over the years. He argued that without the community’s backing, Ripple would not have been able to sustain itself and would have failed long ago. The $XRP army made Ripple. Without us, they would have failed years ago. It’s people like you and me they dumped on to sustain operations though 2013-2021 Without them dumping we would of flipped $ETH by now Do they even acknowledge that? https://t.co/hxkDjdf94L — Crypto Bitlord (@crypto_bitlord7) August 26, 2025 However, Bitlord also pointed to a contentious issue that has been a recurring point of debate among Ripple’s critics. He claimed that Ripple maintained its operations from 2013 to 2021 by selling XRP directly to the market, primarily to retail holders. According to him, this continuous selling pressured community members while allowing Ripple to fund its business operations. He went further to say that if such selling had not occurred, XRP could have already surpassed Ethereum in market value. Bitlord concluded his remarks with a rhetorical question, asking whether Ripple has ever acknowledged the role of the XRP Army in its development. Additional Commentary from Users Following the exchange between BuryMeBig and Crypto Bitlord, other users also weighed in with their views. An account named random.NPC supported the criticism, writing that Ripple only focuses on securing corporate contracts with established companies and that retail investors do not factor into its strategic interests. According to this view, Ripple prioritizes institutional adoption over community involvement or recognition. We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 In contrast, another user, Kevin Quinton, dismissed the criticism entirely. He wrote that the negative claims about Ripple were unfounded and described the company’s work as building a larger structure that would ultimately benefit XRP holders. His comment suggested that only committed and resilient investors would remain through the development phase to see those benefits realized. The post from BuryMeBig and the subsequent response by Crypto Bitlord highlight differing views on Ripple’s relationship with its community of XRP supporters. While some argue that Ripple has overlooked the individuals who supported the token over the years, others maintain that the company is engaged in a long-term strategy focused on building partnerships and infrastructure that will eventually benefit holders. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are advised to conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on X , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Pundit: Without XRP Army, Ripple Would Have Failed Years Ago appeared first on Times Tabloid .