Forbes has shifted its stance on Ripple and XRP, moving from labeling it a 'zombie blockchain' in June 2024 to praising its progress in early 2025. This change is attributed to Ripple's increasing institutional adoption, highlighted by CEO Brad Garlinghouse's engagement with the White House and the U.S. government's decision to include XRP in its reserves.The Modern Investor, a market analyst, points to Ripple's strategic acquisitions and enhanced on-chain activity as key factors in its growth. These developments suggest that Ripple's long-term potential was previously underestimated by major media outlets.