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 Accumulation Plan Boosts Hyperscale Data Stock by 12%

The firm has begun accumulating XRP as part of a $10 million crypto treasury plan, sending shares up 12%.

By Shaurya MalwaJul 29, 2025

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Bitcoin Seeing Severe Exhaustion of Bullish Momentum

BTC's positive dealer gamma at $120K is likely adding to consolidation, with key charts indicating severe uptrend exhaustion.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostJul 28, 2025

XRP prone to profit taking. (shutterstock_248427865)

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Analysts See XRP Hitting $4, Solana $250 as ETF Buzz Builds

XRP’s ETF exposure is currently limited to futures, but analysts say any progress toward a spot product could drive a second wave of inflows, particularly if the SEC maintains its softened posture post-March ruling.

By Shaurya MalwaJul 26, 2025

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XRP, DOGE, SOL Lead Crypto Selloff, But Altcoin Season Still in Play if This Happens

Bitcoin's dominance lost a key level, and confirmation could ignite a broader altcoin season, a Coinbase analyst noted.

By Krisztian SandorJul 25, 2025

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XRP Drops 14% After $175M Moved to Exchange by Ripple Co-Founder's Wallet

The transactions occurred shortly after XRP touched $3.60, its highest level since 2021, before pulling back to around nearly $3.

By Shaurya MalwaJul 25, 2025

Ripple Executive Chairman Chris Larsen (Ripple)

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XRP Volatility Spikes With $105M in Longs Liquidated Amid ETF Jitters

Regulatory overhang, leveraged unwind, and profit-taking collide even as corporate adoption cases grow.

By Shaurya Malwa, CD AnalyticsJul 25, 2025

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Retail XRP Holders Could Soon Earn 20% Yield on Their Tokens

The platform routes XRP deposits into smart contract vaults that automatically deploy capital across vetted DeFi strategies, all while maintaining user-controlled access and withdrawals.

By Shaurya MalwaJul 24, 2025

Markets

XRP Price Crashes 10%; Focus on Bitcoin-Yen's 'Descending Triangle' as Fed Rate Cut Bets Rise

Traders are ramping up expectations for Fed rate cuts in 2026, which supports the bull case in BTC; however, the bond yield differential suggests JPY strength ahead.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostJul 24, 2025

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