The only idea I learned is that you have a poor understanding of equal signs and abbreviations.

Definitely correct: Abbreviations * usd = dollar * eur = euro

Possibly correct: Could be an abbreviation of the cryptocurrency or a reference to bitcoin.org * btc = bitcoin

Definitely incorrect: - xrp = ripple

You see, Ripple is a startup company that offers financial services. They OWN a bunch of XRP, but they ARE NOT XRP. Ripple and XRP exist COMPLETELY INDEPENDENTLY of each other.

Let me say that again, more clearly and bold so it can sink in better: - Ripple and XRP exist COMPLETELY INDEPENDENTLY OF EACH OTHER.

You NEVER put a thing on the left side of an equal sign that exists INDEPENDENTLY of the thing on the right side of an equal sign. This is basic logic.