According to U.Today, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has announced his upcoming appearance on the renowned television program '60 Minutes.' The full episode featuring Garlinghouse is expected to air soon, marking a significant moment for Ripple as it seeks to gain broader mainstream recognition. '60 Minutes,' which first aired in 1968, is celebrated as one of the most successful and longest-running primetime broadcasts in television history. The show, now in its 57th season, was originally created by American television news producer Don Hewitt, who innovated the format by combining multiple shorter segments within a single episode.
Garlinghouse revealed that his interview with '60 Minutes' will focus on the cryptocurrency industry and its ongoing efforts to achieve regulatory clarity. This interview comes at a time when XRP, Ripple's native token, has experienced a significant rally, reaching a multi-year high of $1.60. The surge in XRP's value is attributed to the anticipated leadership change at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the increasing buzz around cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The appearance on '60 Minutes' is expected to further elevate Ripple's profile in the mainstream media.
The program, known for its diverse range of topics and high-profile interviews, currently features full-time hosts Scott Pelley and Lesley Stahl. In the past, '60 Minutes' has covered various subjects related to cryptocurrency, including a notable episode in May 2019 that featured Anderson Cooper interviewing prominent Bitcoin figures. This included Laszlo Hanyecz, the developer known for his famous 2010 transaction of 10,000 BTC for two pizzas. Garlinghouse's upcoming interview is anticipated to shed light on Ripple's position within the crypto industry and its future prospects amid evolving regulatory landscapes.
