A new filing has surfaced in the United States for an exchange-traded fund (ETF) linked to XRP, even as the cryptocurrency’s price continues to fall. The application, submitted by GraniteShares, seeks approval for leveraged XRP ETFs that offer 3x long and 3x short exposure to the token’s price. There is another filing, this time from …
Peter Brandt, a veteran trader, has cautioned a potential bearish outlook for XRP in the midterm. Brandt has noted that the XRP price may be developing a descending triangle with a midterm target of around $2.68. While using historical data to compare price action, Brandt noted that the XRP price may be eyeing $2.22 if …
XRP is trading in a tight consolidation phase, forming what analysts call a coiling pattern. This pattern often comes before a strong breakout. Caleb Franzen, founder of Cubic Analytics, said on Thinking Crypto podcast that XRP has been producing higher highs over recent months, but the price has since narrowed, allowing the market to reset …
The idea of XRP reaching $100 might sound far-fetched, but behind the bold prediction lies a deeper story about global finance, technology, and opportunity. According to analyst Zach Humphries, it won’t happen overnight, yet a clear path is forming as Ripple positions itself at the center of a new digital financial system. Understanding the Bigger …
XRP price today has once again fallen below the $3 mark, slipping over 2% in the past 24 hours amid renewed whale speculation. The drop came shortly after reports surfaced of a massive $55 million XRP transfer to a wallet linked with Ripple. However, on-chain data has now clarified that the movement was part of …
The Ripple vs SEC legal battle, which began in 2020, finally came to a close in August 2025. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and Ripple Labs agreed to dismiss all appeals and cross-appeals, ending one of the longest-running disputes in the crypto industry. The decision followed a pause in the case earlier this year, …
XRP is stepping into a larger role in Asia’s digital economy. By 2026, reports say the token could become the backbone of reward tokenization, changing how people use and spend digital assets across the region. Jesse from Apex Crypto Consulting recently discussed Ripple’s growing partnerships in Japan and beyond are paving the way for XRP …
XRP price is once again making headlines after breaking past the $3 mark, sparking renewed interest in whether bulls can maintain momentum. At $3.03, XRP has gained 1.63% in the past day and 9.58% over the week, supported by strong trading volume of $7.25 billion. With a market cap of $181.32 billion, XRP’s latest rally …
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse addressed concerns from the XRP community after SWIFT’s recent announcement about entering blockchain technology. The update came in an exclusive shareholder letter shared by Jake Claver. SWIFT revealed plans to use a Layer 2 blockchain built on Ethereum called Linea, with an initial focus on smart contracts and a potential stablecoin. …
The long-running debate over XRP’s decentralization has resurfaced, but this time, lawyer and well-known XRP advocate Bill Morgan is pushing back strongly. Responding to renewed criticism on X, Morgan emphasized that official SEC filings for XRP ETFs prove the XRP Ledger (XRPL) is both decentralized and permissionless, despite persistent claims to the contrary. XRP ETF …
Ripple is teaming up with UC Berkeley to launch a new Center for Digital Assets, supported by $1.3 million in RLUSD funding. The initiative will focus on blockchain and digital twin research, exploring practical use cases in finance, supply chains, and beyond. By combining Ripple’s industry expertise with Berkeley’s research capabilities, the partnership aims to …
XRP is attracting more attention from institutional players ahead of its upcoming ETF approvals. Data from the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) shows XRP futures were the fastest contracts ever to hit $1 billion in open interest. In the past four months, trading volumes reached $18 billion, representing about 6 billion XRP, or roughly 6% of …
XRP is trading just under $3 after recovering from its recent pullback. On the weekly chart, the token still carries a bearish divergence that first appeared in July near $3.40. That pattern has weighed on the price for several months. Even so, the market has now stabilized, with strong support holding between $2.70 and $2.80. …
As September 2025 closes in the green, cryptocurrency markets enter October with cautious optimism. Historically, October has been one of the strongest months for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), while XRP faces potentially transformative ETF decisions that could reshape its future. With macroeconomic uncertainties, institutional inflows, and investor sentiment heating up, October may prove to …
The U.S. government officially shut down at midnight on Tuesday after lawmakers failed to pass a funding bill. While shutdowns have happened 21 times since 1980, often causing short-term disruptions, this one comes at a crucial time for the crypto industry, particularly XRP and other crypto ETF filings. Markets Are Calm, but Crypto Could Feel …
For much of its history, XRP’s fate seemed tied to Ripple’s actions and its high-profile legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This week, however, three developments unrelated to Ripple have raised a new question within the community: is XRP beginning to stand on its own? BlackRock’s Interest in XRPL The first …
A recent debate on Twitter sparked a discussion about the role of newer networks like XRP in the crypto space and how they compare to Bitcoin. While Bitcoin remains the most well-known digital asset, networks like the XRP Ledger aim to address some of its limitations. Two prominent voices, David Marcus, CEO of Lightspark, and …
XRP has spent the past two months consolidating after a sharp run earlier this year, with prices moving between $2.70 and $3.00. However, analyst Zach Rector expects major inflows into the soon-to-launch XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which he believes could support much higher prices. Why the High Targets Remain Rector argues that the data backs …
The crypto market is watching October closely as the SEC faces deadlines for multiple ETF applications, including XRP ETFs. Analysts say an approval could trigger a “supply shock” in XRP’s market, where available tokens on exchanges are already at historic lows. Coinbase’s XRP inventory, for example, has fallen nearly 90 percent in recent months and …
A fresh ETF filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has flagged whale manipulation as a clear risk in the XRP market. The Cyber Hornet S&P500/XRP ETF prospectus notes that a small number of large holders control much of XRP’s supply. Their trades could sway prices and reduce market stability. Attorney Bill Morgan …
Ripple (XRP) has staged one of the most dramatic comebacks in cryptocurrency history. The digital asset, once considered “dead money” following its SEC lawsuit, is now up 370% year-to-date, trading near $2.85. This performance outpaces both Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), which have gained 167% and 76% respectively, in 2025. Price and Return Comparison: Jan …
XRP is making headlines again as investors look ahead to a possible green light from the SEC and the launch of an ETF. On prediction site Polymarket, traders now place the odds of a Ripple ETF being approved in 2025 at more than 99 percent. With expectations running high, one expert has stepped in with …
Solana (SOL) has been making headlines recently after a 35% rise since May. The broader crypto market rally, which began in July following the passage of the Genius Act, has supported this move. The legislation was seen as a positive shift for stablecoin-focused blockchains, with Solana among the main beneficiaries. Price Action and Resistance SOL …
BlackRock’s strong entry into crypto with its Bitcoin (IBIT) and Ethereum ETFs has raised expectations that the firm could soon expand into other assets like XRP or Solana. But Robbie Mitchnick, Global Head of Digital Assets at BlackRock, explained that the decision is not that simple. In an interview with Nate Geraci, Mitchnick said product …
XRP price prediction is increasingly in focus as Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin achieves significant milestones. With integrations into BlackRock’s BUIDL fund and VanEck’s VBLL, alongside strong institutional interest via the XRPR ETF, XRP crypto finds itself at the center of a new wave of adoption that could reshape its price trajectory. RLUSD Integration Strengthens Ripple’s Ecosystem …
Coinbase, one of the largest U.S.-based crypto exchanges, now reportedly holds zero XRP in its cold wallets. Public data shows that just a few months ago, in June 2025, Coinbase had nearly 970 million XRP stored offline, worth around $2.8–$2.9 billion at the time. Over the past three months, those holdings have steadily declined, leaving …
XRP has lagged in past cycles compared to Bitcoin. Analyst Virtual Bacon says the important measure is XRP’s ratio to Bitcoin. In the 2020 cycle, XRP was heavily suppressed and did not reach the highs seen in 2017. A return to its 2020 ratio top of 0.000403 BTC could reset its path this cycle. The …
XRP’s price action in September 2025 is shaping up to be crucial, as the token consolidates near key support levels that could define its next major move. Market participants are closely watching how XRP reacts to liquidity shifts and buying pressure, with momentum building around its long-term structure. A decisive rebound from current ranges could …
Ripple and Securitize have rolled out smart contracts that let investors in BlackRock’s BUIDL and VanEck’s VBILL instantly convert tokenized fund shares into RLUSD, boosting on‑chain liquidity and automation. The upgrade makes RLUSD an institutional off‑ramp within Securitize’s tokenization stack as RWA funds scale in assets under management. VBILL, launched in May 2025 across multiple …
XRP, as we are all aware, powers fast, low-cost cross-border payments and maintains a multi-billion-dollar market capitalization. While XRP Ledger has been one of Ripple’s strengths, the team could add another feather to its crown. This could be the approval of more ETFs. For those new to the space, ETF, which stands for exchange-traded fund, …