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

Ripple Endorses 'Preferred' Crypto Exchanges for XRP Payments

Ripple is recommending three cryptocurrency exchanges as the "preferred partners" for transacting on its xRapid payments platform.

By Nikhilesh DeAug 16, 2018

ripple

Markets

XRP Cryptocurrency Now Down 90% From 2018 Price High

XRP, the world's third-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, fell to its lowest price of 2018 on Tuesday.

By Sebastian SinclairAug 14, 2018

ripple coins

Markets

XRP, Litecoin Fall to Lowest Prices Yet Seen in 2018

The price of XRP and Litecoin, two of the world's largest cryptocurrencies, fell to new 2018 lows on Wednesday.

By Sebastian SinclairAug 8, 2018

water, coins

Markets

AlphaPoint Helps Launch XRP-Based Cryptocurrency Exchange

Cryptocurrency services firm AlphaPoint is powering a new decentralized exchange, the company announced Monday. 

By Madeline Meng ShiJul 31, 2018

alphapoint

Markets

Ripple Report: XRP Sales Dropped 56% in Q2, But Customer Base Grew

Ripple's sales of the XRP cryptocurrency fell 56 percent to $73.53 million in Q2, but the firm gained more customers, its latest report says.

By Nikhilesh DeJul 24, 2018

xrpq2

Markets

Ripple Taps Facebook Payments Exec for Business Development Role

Ripple said today that it will have Kahina Van Dyke, who previously worked at Facebook, as its new senior VP of business and corporate development.

By Muyao ShenJul 11, 2018

RPL

Markets

Another Ripple Lawsuit Claims XRP Is A Security

A third investor in three months is suing Ripple on grounds that the XRP cryptocurrency is a security issued by the firms. 

By Nikhilesh DeJul 5, 2018

law, legal

Markets

Below $0.50: XRP Prices Fall to New 2018 Lows

XRP and other well-known crypto assets are sitting on dangerous grounds as they print new price lows not seen since 2017.

By Sam OuimetJun 29, 2018

xrpdown

Markets

Ripple CEO Defends XRP's Utility at Fintech Conference

"Let's be clear: Ripple is different than XRP," said Ripple head Brad Garlinghouse during day two of CB Insights' Future of Fintech conference.

By Nikhilesh De, Madeline Meng ShiJun 21, 2018

brad garlinghouse

Markets

Another Investor Lawsuit Claims XRP Is a Security

A new lawsuit claims XRP is a security controlled by Ripple.

By Nikhilesh DeJun 8, 2018

U.S. District Court Judge Alvin Hellerstein said there is "no binding precedent" for SEC vs. Kik case. Credit: Shuttershock
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