Ripple's managing director for the U.K. and Europe, Cassie Craddock, emphasized that institutional adoption of digital assets is actively underway, marking a shift from theoretical discussions to practical deployment. Speaking at Paris Blockchain Week 2026, Craddock noted that major firms are now focusing on infrastructure and real-world use cases, with significant momentum observed at recent industry events. Craddock highlighted that discussions at events like the Ripple Roadshow Paris and Mastercard Crypto Day have moved beyond whether institutions will engage with digital assets to how they can effectively implement and scale these technologies. The presence of banks, asset managers, fintechs, and regulators at these gatherings underscores the structured approach being taken to integrate digital assets into mainstream finance.