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

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

XRP Setup Tightens Ahead of ETF Decisions, and $2.40 Break Could Define Next Leg

Strategists warn a deeper pullback toward $1.55 remains plausible before a structural recovery attempt toward the $7–$27 corridor.

By Shaurya Malwa, CD AnalyticsOct 19, 2025

Markets

XRP, SOL Break Ahead With Bullish Reset in Sentiment as Bitcoin and Ether Stay Stuck in the Gloom

XRP, SOL options flash renewed bullish signal, contrasting bitcoin and ether.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostOct 19, 2025

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Markets

XRP Stabilizes After Early Dip, Traders Eye $2.40 Breakout

The move came amid renewed U.S.–China tariff fears and cautious positioning ahead of next week’s SEC deadlines for spot XRP ETFs.

By Shaurya Malwa, CD AnalyticsOct 18, 2025

Markets

XRP Near Exhaustion Zone After 34% Holder Drawdown. Could Macro Easing Pump Demand?

Traders are watching the $2.31–$2.35 support zone and $2.47 resistance for signs of market direction.

By Shaurya Malwa, CD AnalyticsOct 17, 2025

Markets

Ripple Said to Lead $1B Fundraise to Bulk Up XRP Holdings Amid Fragile Market

The new XRP-focused DAT would mirror the structures used by listed accumulators like Michael Saylor’s Strategy Inc. and Japan’s Metaplanet, both of which have seen their shares slide amid broader risk aversion.

By Shaurya MalwaOct 17, 2025