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 Chart Turns Neutral, Repeated $2.55 Rejections Define Next Breakout Zone

Traders are closely monitoring the $2.49 support level, as sustained closes below could lead to further declines.

By Shaurya Malwa, CD AnalyticsNov 3, 2025

News Analysis

November Could Be the New October for U.S. Crypto ETFs After Shutdown Delays SEC Decisions

After October’s delays caused by the U.S. government shutdown, ETF issuers are finding new ways to bring spot crypto funds to market.

By Helene BraunNov 2, 2025

Markets

XRP Drops 5% to $2.47 as Bears Break Key Support Level

The breach of the $2.50 level triggered significant trading activity, with a 158% increase in volume.

By Shaurya Malwa, CD AnalyticsOct 31, 2025

Markets

XRP Plunges 8% as Fed Shock and Bitcoin Weakness Combine to Break $2.46 Floor

The breakdown was accompanied by outsized volume, with a peak around 392.6 million tokens — nearly 400% of its daily average.

By Shaurya Malwa, CD AnalyticsOct 30, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Plunges Below Critical 200-Day Average as Dollar Surges to 3-Month High

BTC's losses follow positive developments in U.S.-China trade relations.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostOct 30, 2025

Markets

Crypto Traders Take On $800M Liquidations as Fed’s Caution Sparks ‘Sell-the-News’ Reversal

Large clusters of long liquidations can signal capitulation and potential short-term bottoms, while heavy short wipeouts may precede local tops as momentum flips.

By Shaurya MalwaOct 30, 2025

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Markets

XRP Rejects $2.67 Breakout in Risk of Deeper Pullback as Fed Cuts Cause Bitcoin Slide

XRP slid from $2.63 to $2.59 after a failed breakout above the $2.67 zone, with trading volume spiking to roughly 392.6 million tokens—about 658% above its recent average—during the rejection.

By Shaurya MalwaOct 30, 2025

Markets

Indian Judge Halts WazirX’s XRP Reallocation Plan Linked to 2024 Hack

The Madras High Court granted interim protection to a WazirX user, blocking the exchange from redistributing her XRP as part of its Singapore-led restructuring.

By Shaurya MalwaOct 27, 2025

Markets

XRP Ledger Validator Sees NFT-to-NFT Trading Potential in Proposed 'Batch' Amendment

The proposed Batch amendment for the XRP Ledger introduces atomic transaction capabilities.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostOct 26, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin Bid, XRP Retakes 200-Day Average as Fed Rate Cut Looms; 'Mag 7' Earnings, Trump-Xi Summit Eyed

Major cryptocurrencies are trading higher ahead of a busy week featuring key Federal Reserve and Bank of Japan rate decisions alongside earnings reports from influential Mag 7 stocks.

By Omkar GodboleOct 26, 2025