XRP News

XRP is a digital asset created by Ripple Labs in 2012, designed to facilitate fast, low-cost cross-border payments and serve as a bridge currency between traditional fiat currencies. Unlike Bitcoin's proof-of-work consensus, XRP operates on the XRP Ledger, a decentralized blockchain that uses a unique consensus protocol to validate transactions in seconds rather than minutes.

The XRP ecosystem centers around financial institutions, payment providers, and banks seeking to modernize their cross-border payment infrastructure. Ripple's On-Demand Liquidity service leverages XRP to eliminate the need for pre-funded nostro accounts, while independent developers continue building applications on the XRP Ledger's native decentralized exchange and smart contract capabilities.

At CoinDesk, we provide comprehensive coverage of XRP news, from regulatory developments and institutional adoption to technological upgrades and market analysis. Our reporters track the ongoing legal proceedings between Ripple and the SEC, partnerships with global financial institutions, and the broader implications for cryptocurrency regulation.

DISCLOSURE: This text was written with the assistance of AI, then reviewed by a person.

Markets

XRP Price Structure Tightens Between $2.33 and $2.44 Ahead of Volatility Break

Traders are watching for a breakout above $2.41 or a decline below $2.33 to signal the next directional move.

By Shaurya Malwa, CD AnalyticsOct 23, 2025

Markets

XRP Lags Market Rally but Volume Tells a Different Story

A 9.5% activity surge above weekly average suggests stealth buildup ahead of catalyst window.

By Shaurya MalwaOct 22, 2025

Markets

XRP Edges Higher to $2.43 as Volume Surges Above Weekly Average

Traders are watching for a potential breakout above $2.45 to confirm a bullish trend continuation.

By Shaurya Malwa, CD AnalyticsOct 22, 2025

Markets

XRP Spikes 3% as Gold Slips and Bitcoin Extends Gains

Ripple’s ongoing $1 billion capital raise continued to support sentiment among professional traders seeking exposure to regulated-linked tokens.

By Shaurya Malwa, CD AnalyticsOct 21, 2025

Finance

Ripple-Backed Firm Plans SPAC, Raising $1B to 'Create the Largest Public XRP Treasury'

A new Ripple-backed public vehicle is planned to buy XRP on the open market and pursue yield strategies.

By Siamak Masnavi, AI BoostOct 20, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Jumps Past $111K, XRP, SOL, ETH Rally as Japanese Shares Hit Record High

On-chain data offered bullish cues to bitcoin.

By Omkar GodboleOct 20, 2025

Tech

XRP Investor Says $3M in XRP Was Stolen; Cold Wallet Maker Says Seed Import Made Wallet Hot

Long-time XRP investor Brandon LaRoque says he discovered the loss on Oct. 15 in cold wallet maker Ellipal’s mobile app, but the theft occurred on Oct. 12.

By Siamak Masnavi, AI BoostOct 19, 2025

Markets