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During the recent Apex 2025 event, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse shared his perspective on Dogecoin (DOGE), stating that it is likely here to stay.

"It's part of the ecosystem. It plays a role," he commented, highlighting its significant liquidity.

Interestingly, Garlinghouse has expressed skepticism about the meme cryptocurrency in the past, suggesting concerns about its potential impact on the broader industry's perception.

Despite Dogecoin's continued presence, Garlinghouse believes that meme coins, in general, can have a detrimental effect on industry participants focused on developing substantial and innovative products.

"I've never purchased a meme coin, ever," Garlinghouse affirmed.

Reflecting on his early exposure to cryptocurrency, Garlinghouse mentioned that he was first introduced to Bitcoin in 2012.

Initially, he believed that Bitcoin's inherent anti-bank and anti-government stance could be its major weakness.

Garlinghouse held the view that a completely separate, parallel system was unlikely, and that the future would involve the creation of bridges between traditional finance and the crypto world.

The Ripple CEO has previously clarified that the Bitcoin community is not an adversary to XRP holders. Read original article on U.Today