Cryptocurrency markets extended their sharp decline on Thursday, with Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP dropping to multi-month lows as institutional selling, heavy liquidations and weak market sentiment combined to push prices lower. Bitcoin fell below $69,000, slipping under its previous 2021 all-time high, while Ethereum dropped below $2,000 for the first time since May 2025. XRP …
Former U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission chair Chris Giancarlo said XRP became the “poster child” of Washington’s tough stance on cryptocurrency, but noted that the project has survived and is now moving forward. Speaking in a recent discussion on crypto regulation and innovation, Giancarlo said regulatory clarity is critical for the future of digital finance …
SBI Holdings CEO Yoshitaka Kitao shared Ripple’s XRP Community Day 2026 announcement on X today, drawing attention to what’s shaping up to be a major event for the XRP ecosystem. The global virtual event is scheduled for February 11-12 and will feature Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse, President Monica Long, and a lineup of speakers from …
XRP price saw a sharp downside pressure during the latest session, dropping close to 10% before stabilizing near intraday lows. The move unfolded alongside broader market weakness, but on-chain data shows XRP’s decline is being driven less by panic selling and more by a structural reset in positioning. As price slipped, leverage exited aggressively, and …
XRP dropped 10.08% to $1.43, underperforming the broader crypto market’s 7.18% decline and falling 23.85% over the past seven days. The drop followed a break below the critical $1.60 support, triggering automated selling and hitting the lowest price since November 2024. Bitcoin’s 6% decline and a global tech sell-off added pressure. Despite this, social sentiment …
Ripple is taking another step into decentralized finance, backing onchain derivatives at a moment when institutional players are quietly reassessing how and where they trade. The blockchain firm said its institutional brokerage arm, Ripple Prime, has begun supporting Hyperliquid, a fast-growing decentralized derivatives venue. The move allows Ripple Prime clients to access onchain derivatives liquidity …
While XRP prices have struggled in recent weeks, flows into XRP-linked exchange-traded products tell a more mixed and in some ways surprising story. Data from recent ETF activity shows that investors continued adding XRP exposure in early February, even as the broader crypto market remained under pressure. Week 6 Sees Net Inflows Despite Market Weakness …
Major cryptocurrencies remained under pressure on Tuesday, as a Bitcoin-led selloff dragged the broader digital asset market lower. The total crypto market value fell to about $2.54 trillion, down over 3% in 24 hours, according to market data. Losses were led by Bitcoin, with Ethereum and XRP also declining sharply. Bitcoin Breakdown Sets the Tone …
Fresh rumours around XRP have turned heads on social media after old emails from 2014 resurfaced, triggering claims that powerful figures wanted Ripple and XRP “gone” long before the U.S. regulatory crackdown. The latest debate has prompted a detailed response from XRP-supporting attorney Bill Morgan, who issued a warning in drawing sweeping conclusions. What the …
The XRP Ledger has taken a major step toward regulated blockchain adoption with the activation of a new feature called Permissioned Domains. The update went live on February 4, after receiving strong support from network validators, and is designed to help institutions use blockchain technology while staying compliant with regulations. What Are Permissioned Domains on …
XRP is showing tentative signs of stabilization after one of its sharpest pullbacks in recent months, even as broader crypto markets remain under pressure. For investors and experts, the focus is now shifting from panic-driven selling to whether prices are beginning to form a durable base. How Far XRP Has Fallen From its recent cycle …
After a brief recovery yesterday, the crypto market has turned red again. On Monday, prices moved higher after comments from US President Donald Trump, who said he supports crypto and believes the US must lead in digital assets or risk falling behind China. That statement helped lift market sentiment for a few hours. But the …
The crypto market has turned green over the last 24 hours, offering some relief after a sharp sell-off earlier this week. Total market value has climbed back to around $2.66 trillion, while sentiment remains careful, with the Fear and Greed Index still deep in “extreme fear” territory. Bitcoin Finds Support Above $75,000 Bitcoin is trading …
Ripple has received full approval for an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license in the European Union, following authorization from Luxembourg’s financial regulator, the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF). The approval comes after Ripple met all regulatory conditions set by the CSSF. The company had announced preliminary clearance for the license last month, with …
Canary Capital CEO Steven McClurg has shared his views on where Ripple could create the biggest real-world impact, following the company’s recent launch of Ripple Treasury after acquiring G Treasury. Remittances Still Matter Most McClurg said Ripple’s global remittances network remains one of the most important use cases in crypto today. While it may not …
Unverified claims circulating online are once again linking early crypto figures, old emails, and the long-running XRP story. At the centre of the discussion is an alleged email from July 31, 2014, said to have been sent by tech entrepreneur Austin Hill, which raised concerns about Ripple and Stellar, a project founded by Jed McCaleb, …
XRP price started today’s session under heavy pressure, sliding close to 5% lower amid broad crypto market weakness. However, as the day passed, the selling momentum faded, with price beginning to recover steadily, trimming losses to roughly –2% by mid-session. This rebound was not driven by a sudden spike in volume or speculative momentum. Instead, …
Ripple has reached a major regulatory milestone in Europe after obtaining full approval for an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license from Luxembourg’s financial regulator, the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF). This authorization upgrades Ripple’s status from “in-principle” approval to a fully operational license, allowing the company to legally provide regulated payment services across …
Ripple has officially received its full Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license from Luxembourg’s CSSF, marking a major step in its European growth. The approval allows Ripple to offer regulated blockchain-based payment solutions across the EU, supporting businesses in moving to modern, digital-first finance. This comes after recent UK approvals and adds to Ripple’s portfolio of …
XRP’s recent price fall has worried many investors, but fresh chart analysis hints the move may not be the end of the cycle. Even after slipping below key levels, XRP is still behaving in a way that has historically led to strong rallies. According to analyst Egrag Crypto, on the monthly chart, XRP recently tested …
The crypto market is facing a major sell-off today, with total market value dropping to $2.66 trillion, down more than 6% in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP and other major cryptocurrencies have all fallen sharply, wiping out nearly $500 billion from the market in just a few days. The biggest reason behind this …
A senior executive at Ripple has said that expectations for XRP reaching $100 should be viewed with caution, arguing that large price jumps become less likely as crypto assets mature. David Schwartz, made the comments while responding to questions from XRP holders comparing XRP’s future price potential with Bitcoin’s early rise. Focus on Multiples, Not …
The broader crypto market is under heavy pressure today, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP posting sharp losses as a broad selloff sweeps across digital assets. Bitcoin has fallen nearly 6%, while Ethereum and XRP are down close to 7%, marking one of the most aggressive downside moves in recent weeks. The decline has rapidly shifted …
The idea of XRP hitting $50 or even $100 has been spreading fast across social media, exciting many long-term holders. But recently, David Schwartz, Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer, stepped in with a calm and honest take that has sparked fresh debate in the crypto community. Schwartz was asked directly to tell XRP supporters that such …
Talk of an XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) may be moving from speculation to possibility, according to Steven McClurg, CEO of Canary Capital. In a recent interview, McClurg said it would not surprise him if BlackRock files for a spot XRP ETF by late 2026 or 2027, as institutional interest in crypto products continues to expand …
XRP is unlikely to reach a new all-time high in 2026, despite long-term growth potential, according to Steven McClurg, chief executive of digital asset investment firm Canary Capital. Speaking in a recent interview, McClurg said the broader crypto market is still facing headwinds, including the impact of the four-year market cycle and challenging global macroeconomic …
The crypto market is under pressure today, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP all trading lower as selling activity picks up across major tokens. The total crypto market cap has slipped to around $2.97 trillion, down about 2.4% in the past 24 hours. Market sentiment has also weakened, with the Fear and Greed Index falling to …
The broader crypto market has remained largely directionless, with Bitcoin and major altcoins struggling to establish a clear trend. Amid this consolidation, the XRP price is showing a subtle but important shift beneath the surface. On-chain data now indicates that XRP millionaire wallets are increasing for the first time since September, marking a potential change …
Expert Versan Aljarrah says XRP is one of the most misunderstood financial instruments in today’s global financial system. Speaking recently, the Black Swan Capitalist founder criticized what he called hype-driven price predictions and unrealistic timelines within the XRP community. He said constant speculation has distracted people from understanding what XRP was actually built to do. …
Ripple has secured another important legal victory in the United States, after a federal appeals court officially dismissed a long-running XRP investor lawsuit. On January 27, 2026, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit affirmed a lower court ruling in Sostack v. Ripple Labs, shutting down class-action claims that alleged XRP was …