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.

XRP News

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rises to $35.8K, Ether Hits New High and DeFi Crosses $28B Locked

The last time bitcoin’s closing price was under $30,000 was Jan. 1, according to CoinDesk 20 data.

By Daniel CawreyFeb 2, 2021

CoinDesk 20 Bitcoin Price Index

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Trading Tepidly at $33.7K While SushiSwap Eats Raw Market Share

The investor spotlight is now shining on DeFi tokens and trading.

By Daniel CawreyFeb 1, 2021

CoinDesk 20 Bitcoin Price Index

Finance

Blockchain Bites: The 'Silver Lining' for Bitcoin

XRP and silver went viral – showing mind-meld market mechanics are still in play – though both hit limits.

By Daniel KuhnFeb 1, 2021

silver bars

Markets

XRP Pump Fails to Materialize as Price Crashes 40% From Day's High

The hefty drop comes despite a community buying effort scheduled for this morning.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 1, 2021

XRP prices for the last 12 hours.

Markets

First Mover: Silver Is the New GameStop as Musk's #Bitcoin Stalls

As bitcoin trades in a range, traders are studying the "Grayscale premium" and watching traditional markets for clues to the next market move.

By Bradley Keoun, Omkar GodboleFeb 1, 2021

Reddit traders are reportedly turning their sights from GameStop to the silver market. But what's next for bitcoin?

Markets

XRP Erases SEC-Led Drop as Supporters Pump Price Over $0.60

XRP has more than reversed the late December drop prompted by an SEC lawsuit against Ripple.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 1, 2021

Hot air balloon

Markets

XRP Posted Biggest Single-Day Gain in 3 Years in a Coordinated Buying Attack

The double-digit price rise was likely fueled by members of a Telegram-based group called Buy & Hold XRP

By Omkar GodboleJan 31, 2021

XRP

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Bumps to $38.6K While DeFi Exchanges Hit $50B

Crypto spot volumes rose to the second-highest level in over a month.

By Daniel CawreyJan 29, 2021

CoinDesk 20 Bitcoin Price Index

Markets

After GME, Dogecoin and Bitcoin, Chinese Traders Are Betting What Will Pump Next

For Chinese investors, including Justin Sun, FOMO has surpassed fear of losing money.

By Muyao ShenJan 29, 2021

Justin Sun speaks at Consensus (CoinDesk Archives)

Finance

Ripple Responds to SEC Lawsuit Over XRP Sales

In a Friday filing, Ripple Labs pushed back against the SEC’s allegations.

By Nikhilesh DeJan 29, 2021

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse speaking at the DC Blockchain Summit 2019.
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