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

Ether, Dogecoin Lead $1.5B Liquidation Wipeout as Bitcoin Slips Below $112K

More than 400,000 traders saw positions wiped out as leveraged longs in ether, dogecoin, XRP and other majors fueled the largest crypto liquidation event in months.

By Shaurya MalwaSep 22, 2025

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Bitcoin Could Crash to $107K, XRP MACD Bearish Ahead of Fed Speak & PCE Inflation

Impending Federal Reserve speeches and the upcoming PCE report could add to market volatility.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostSep 22, 2025

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XRP and DOGE ETFs Smash Records With $54.7M Combined Day-One Volume

The impressive first day debut highlights growing investor appetite for alternative investment vehicles tied to altcoins.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostSep 19, 2025

XRP millionaire wallets rise. (geralt/Pixabay)

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ETFs Offering Exposure to XRP, DOGE Debut in U.S.

Products tracking the two tokens offered by Rex Shares and Osprey Funds listed on the Cboe exchange under the tickers DOJE and XRPR

By Jamie CrawleySep 18, 2025

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BTC, XRP, SOL, DOGE Resume Slow Grind Higher After Fed, Dollar Index Is Resilient Too

Dovish Fed favors new all-time highs in major tokens, but the dollar resilience may prove costly.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostSep 18, 2025

Major tokens look to have resumed the slow grind higher. (NEOM/Unsplash/Modified by CoinDesk))

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First U.S. XRP ETF Launches Sept. 18, CME to List Options on XRP Futures Oct. 13

XRP is set for new products, with REX-Osprey launching the first U.S. ETF offering spot exposure Sept. 18 and CME Group adding options on XRP futures Oct. 13.

By Siamak Masnavi, AI BoostSep 17, 2025

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XRP Forms Tight $3.00–$3.07 Range as Triangle Pattern Nears Resolution

Traders are closely monitoring XRP's ability to maintain levels above $3.05 and the potential impact of rising exchange reserves on distribution pressure.

By Shaurya MalwaSep 12, 2025

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Bull Trap Warning for Bitcoin, Dogecoin, XRP Emerges as S&P 500 Prints Rising Wedge; U.S. Inflation Eyed

BTC and ETH 25-delta risk reversals trade negative, indicating a bias for downside protection ahead of the inflation data.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostSep 11, 2025

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Bitcoin Retakes $112K, SOL Hits 7-Month High as Economists Downplay Recession Fears

Major tokens rose as experts downplayed fears of stagflation and recession triggered by downward revision of U.S. jobs.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostSep 10, 2025

Rising candle chart on monitor screen (Jakub Żerdzicki/Unsplash)

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What Next as XRP Slumps After Failed Breakout Above $3

The move is indicative of mounting resistance near $3.02, even as traders weigh ETF catalysts and rising exchange reserves that may temper bullish momentum.

By Shaurya Malwa, CD AnalyticsSep 10, 2025