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.

Finance

HashKey Capital to Debut Asian XRP Tracker Fund With Ripple as Anchor Investor

The fund aims to simplify institutional access to XRP for cross-border payments, crypto investing in Asia.

By Francisco RodriguesApr 18, 2025

Price and depth chart on laptop (Austin Distel/Unsplash/Modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

XRP Downside Fears Persist Despite ETF Optimism, Options Data Show

XRP's recent price movement suggests a possible re-test of lows around $1.6, despite its strong order book depth.

By Omkar GodboleApr 17, 2025

Markets

Cardano’s ADA Leads Majors Slide Amid Bitcoin Profit-Taking; ProShares Amends XRP ETF

A slump in majors came as Chinese stocks in Hong Kong extended their losses to as much as 2.9% after Wednesday’s open despite the Chinese economy growing 5.4% in the first quarter.

By Shaurya MalwaApr 16, 2025

Research Reports

XRP's 'Rising Wedge' Pattern Signals Price Plunge: Technical Analysis

The breakdown suggests the attempted recovery from the April 7 lows has likely ended.

By Omkar GodboleApr 16, 2025

BTC risks deeper slide to $100K. (GoranH/Pixabay)

Markets

XRP, SOL and ADA Flash Bullish Patterns as Traders Eye Recovery

XRP, Cardano (ADA), and Solana (SOL) tokens are exhibiting technical strength in a signal of potential short-term price recoveries, data indicates.

By Shaurya Malwa, AI BoostApr 14, 2025

Trading charts on multiple screens. (sergeitokmakov/Pixabay)

Markets

XRP Surges 13.7% as Rare Bullish Cross Signals Potential Rally

XRP shows strong momentum with consistent higher lows and breakout volume suggesting further upside potential.

By AI BoostApr 14, 2025

XRP 24-hour chart showing upward trend, price at $2.1467 with slight gain.

Markets

Altcoin Action in Powertrade's Options Market Heats Up Driven by XRP, SOL and DOGE

Market volatility saw traders chase options for hedging and speculative activities.

By Omkar GodboleApr 11, 2025

A traveler examines a departures or arrivals board. (TungArt7/Pixabay)

Policy

Ripple and SEC File Joint Motion to Pause Appeals

The filing signals a possible end to a high-profile dispute that has gripped the payments upstart industry since December 2020 for its sale of XRP tokens.

By Shaurya MalwaApr 11, 2025