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Nasdaq-listed VivoPower International PLC, a sustainable energy solutions provider, has unveiled a groundbreaking $100 million plan to acquire Ripple Labs shares, complementing its XRP-focused treasury strategy. Announced on August 8, 2025, this dual-asset approach makes VivoPower the first U.S.-listed company to offer investors exposure to both Ripple equity and XRP tokens, driving its stock up 32% to $5.10.
The strategy involves purchasing Ripple shares at a $19 billion valuation, implying an XRP price of $0.47—an 86% discount to market rates—while directly acquiring XRP tokens. This move leverages Ripple’s 41 billion XRP holdings, valued at $135 billion, and its ventures like the RLUSD stablecoin and payment platform Rail. VivoPower aims to optimize yield and minimize acquisition costs, with every $10 million in Ripple shares potentially adding $5.15 per share in value for shareholders, though subject to market volatility.
VivoPower’s shift aligns with its mission to integrate blockchain into its renewable energy and electric vehicle initiatives, such as its Tembo and Caret Digital units. By partnering with BitGo for custody and Nasdaq Private Market for share transactions, the company ensures secure and compliant asset management. This follows a $100 million XRP investment via Flare Network in June 2025, signaling a broader pivot to digital assets.
As Ripple expands in cross-border payments and stablecoins, VivoPower’s strategy positions it at the intersection of sustainable energy and blockchain innovation. Industry experts view this as a model for non-fintech firms embracing digital assets, potentially inspiring others in energy and infrastructure to follow.
