When a traditional commodities fund manager begins speaking positively about digital assets, the finance industry tends to take notice. In a video shared on X by crypto proponent John Squire (@TheCryptoSquire), Sal Gilbertie, president of Teucrium, discussed his firm’s move into cryptocurrency products, explaining how the company identified a new opportunity in the XRP market. Increasing Crypto Exposure Gilbertie explained that Teucrium had previously filed for Bitcoin-related products and maintained ongoing interests in cryptocurrency. He described himself as “an XRP enthusiast,” noting that the company’s leveraged XRP ETF was designed to meet investor demand while managing exposure through derivatives. The move reflects Teucrium’s effort to expand its ETF lineup beyond traditional commodities into the digital asset space. While the firm has been known for its agricultural and futures-based ETFs, Gilbertie’s comments show that Teucrium is now positioning itself to serve investors seeking exposure to cryptocurrencies in a regulated format. “We’re not holding XRP itself,” he said, emphasizing that the product focuses on leveraging XRP-linked derivatives rather than direct ownership of the token. The fund’s launch was met with immediate interest, and Gilbertie previously revealed that it was the most successful ETF launch in the company’s history . Sal Gilbertie, President of Teucrium Trading, just said it himself: “I’m an $XRP enthusiast.” When Wall Street veterans start speaking like that… you know what’s coming. pic.twitter.com/KYA9LvAU8F — John Squire (@TheCryptoSquire) October 8, 2025 Shaping the Future of Finance During the conversation, Gilbertie offered insight into how he views the broader digital asset landscape. He noted that identifying the next successful cryptocurrency would not be straightforward, describing it as “harder than people think.” Rather than focusing on picking specific tokens, he believes the next phase of growth will come from recognizing how blockchain technology reshapes business operations. “This really is the Internet in the 1990s,” he said, characterizing the current stage of crypto innovation as a period of foundational transformation. We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 Gilbertie also suggested that companies integrating blockchain technologies could represent the next major opportunity for investors. This statement is notable because Gilbertie has previously spoken about XRP overthrowing SWIFT , and reshaping the international payment space could put XRP at the forefront of the next phase of cryptocurrency growth. Institutional Interest Gains Momentum The interview showed a key change in sentiment among traditional finance executives. Teucrium’s leadership entering the crypto ETF field demonstrates an increased willingness to align with investor demand for exposure to digital assets. As firms like Teucrium explore more regulated ways to provide access to digital assets, the distinction between traditional finance and the crypto economy continues to narrow. For now, Gilbertie’s public support of XRP and his company’s rapid success with its leveraged ETF product suggest that institutional participation in the XRP ecosystem is moving from cautious experimentation to active expansion. 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 Teucrium President Says “I’m an XRP Enthusiast” appeared first on Times Tabloid .
