In a move aimed at eliminating confusion around its crypto plans, Hyperscale Data, Inc. (NYSE American: GPUS) confirmed that its planned $10 million purchase of XRP will remain entirely on its own balance sheet—not that of Ault Capital Group (ACG), which it still intends to spin off by December 31, 2025.

While both entities are eyeing Ripple’s XRP, the company emphasized that its current digital asset acquisition is part of Hyperscale Data’s long-term strategy—even after the separation from ACG is complete.

“We wanted to clarify for our stockholders that this XRP acquired will be a Hyperscale Data asset, even after the planned Divestiture of ACG,” said Executive Chairman Milton “Todd” Ault III.

The clarification comes amid rising investor interest in corporate crypto holdings and the broader use of digital assets in treasury management. Hyperscale is doubling down on its intention to integrate crypto into its financial model, with XRP playing a key role.

A Tale of Two XRP Strategies

While Hyperscale Data is committing $10 million to XRP on its own books, Ault Capital Group isn’t sitting idle. The soon-to-be-spun-off entity plans to launch its own XRP accumulation strategy, including a lending platform built on XRP, though specifics remain under wraps. Hyperscale has promised updates “in the coming months” on that front.

Still, the clear messaging here is about ownership: investors should not conflate Hyperscale’s XRP plans with ACG’s, even though the two are currently joined at the hip.

XRP and the Treasury Playbook

It’s not every day a data center holding company cites crypto as a treasury pillar, but Hyperscale isn’t shy about the ambition. As part of its transition into a pureplay data center business, the company sees XRP as a liquid, digital asset to support capital flexibility. In a landscape where Bitcoin often dominates treasury headlines (see: MicroStrategy), Hyperscale’s XRP preference is a bold if curious choice.

While Ripple continues to navigate regulatory hurdles in the U.S., XRP has maintained popularity for cross-border payments and is often cited for its speed and cost-effectiveness. Hyperscale’s adoption could signal growing interest in altcoin-based treasury models beyond just Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Market Timing or Strategic Bet?

The announcement also adds to a growing list of public companies experimenting with crypto balance sheet strategies. While larger firms like Tesla have famously scaled back crypto holdings, others are leaning in—albeit often with smaller, symbolic stakes.

What makes Hyperscale’s approach different is the integration of XRP into its core financial infrastructure, not just a speculative side bet. The company is positioning digital assets as foundational, not fringe.

The Bigger Picture

Hyperscale’s commitment to XRP—especially amid its corporate restructuring—suggests a longer-term play at the intersection of data infrastructure and digital finance. Whether that vision resonates with investors may depend less on token performance and more on execution.

As always, the fine print applies: the $10 million purchase is an intent, not a completed acquisition. The ACG spin-off is still targeted for end-of-year 2025, though “there can be no assurance” of that timeline, according to the filing.