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 Spot ETF in the U.S. Moves Closer to Reality

The SEC is evaluating whether a proposed XRP ETF by WisdomTree offers enough investor protection and safeguards against manipulation.

By Shaurya MalwaMay 28, 2025

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse at Korea Blockchain Week. (Parikshit Mishra/CoinDesk)

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Bitcoin Uptrend at Risk of Breakdown Ahead of Nvidia Earnings, Fed Minutes

The Federal Reserve's minutes and Nvidia's earnings are key events that could influence market movements.

By Omkar GodboleMay 28, 2025

Markets

XRP Bounces Back as Bulls Defend Key Technical Support

Market cap swings nearly $4B as XRP weathers capital outflows, holding firm above 50-day SMA despite global economic headwinds.

By AI BoostMay 27, 2025

XRP 24-hour chart shows 1.38% rise with breakout past $2.34

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Dogecoin, XRP Slump as Crypto Profit-Taking Continues Ahead of Friday's Inflation Data

All eyes are now on this Friday’s Core PCE print, a key inflation gauge for the Federal Reserve, one trading firm noted.

By Shaurya MalwaMay 27, 2025

Markets

XRP Plunges Below $2.30 Amid Heavy Selling Pressure

Heavy volume trading creates a double-bottom pattern while institutional interest remains strong despite correction.

By AI BoostMay 25, 2025

XRP 24-hour price chart shows 3% drop with bounce near $2.27 support

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XRP Could Rocket to $8 as Focus Shifts to Crypto Majors After Bitcoin's Record Run: Traders

Traders are rotating into major altcoins like XRP and Solana’s SOL as bitcoin consolidates near its record highs.

By Shaurya MalwaMay 23, 2025

Charts signal 2024-like massive BTC bull run ahead. (NASA-Imagery/Pixabay)

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First U.S. XRP Futures ETF Begins Trading on Nasdaq

The fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in XRP futures contracts and shares of other XRP-linked exchange-traded products.

By Helene BraunMay 22, 2025

Four of the spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds were among the top 20 U.S. ETF launches of all time. (Ivelin Radkov/Getty images)

Markets

XRP-BTC Pair Flashes First Golden Cross, Hinting at Major Bull Run for XRP

The pattern has raised the probability of ratio breaking out of its prolonged sideways trend in a sign of major XRP uptrend.

By Omkar GodboleMay 21, 2025

Nasdaq futures chalks out golden cross. (Flickr)

Markets

CME's XRP Futures Have Pulled In Nearly $30M Since Debut, Fueling XRP ETF Hopes

Strong institutional interest in CME’s new XRP futures contracts is reviving hopes for a U.S.-listed spot XRP ETF, as the token gains traction in regulated markets.

By Shaurya MalwaMay 21, 2025

A montage of Ripple-related brands (Ripple)

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Bitcoin Futures Open Interest Zoom as BTC Inches Towards All-Time High; DOGE, ADA, XRP Add 4%

Buoyant sentiment and calm volatility are fueling leveraged bets as BTC consolidates above $100,000 — setting up what traders say could be a clean move to new highs.

By Shaurya MalwaMay 21, 2025