Ripple’s stablecoin is reportedly near regulatory approval, signaling a significant step toward reshaping the stablecoin market with a regulated, fully backed digital dollar.

Ripple’s Game-Changing Stablecoin RLUSD Awaits Final Nod by Regulator

Ripple is reportedly close…

XRP slipped 8% on Tuesday during a broader crypto market downturn, but the digital asset still boasts an impressive 22.9% weekly gain against the U.S. dollar.

XRP Pushes Through Market Dip

Currently priced at $1.35 per coin, XRP holds a market cap of approximately $77.27…

Ripple’s legal chief has unveiled bold strategies for incoming SEC leadership amidst crypto shifts, spotlighting Ripple’s battle-tested blueprint involving XRP.

Bold Steps Needed: Ripple Legal Chief’s Vision for SEC’s Crypto Reset

Ripple’s chief legal officer, Stuart Alderoty,…

Traders worldwide are turning to ChatGPT for insights and fresh ideas in the crypto market.

The AI model has given its take on XRP – suggesting the token could hit $5 sooner than many think. It also had some exciting things to say about Crypto All-Stars, a presale project…

Ripple’s potential initial public offering (IPO) is gaining traction as SBI supports the move, highlighting XRP’s market growth and increased regulatory optimism.

Japanese Giant SBI’s Vision for Ripple: IPO Strategy After SEC Resolution

Talks about Ripple potentially launching…

Ripple and XRP could face a turning point as new pro-crypto regulatory shifts promise renewed hope and potential resolution to years-long legal battles.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse shared his views on social…

On Wednesday, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse offered a pointed roadmap for the early days of Donald Trump’s administration, outlining immediate steps that could reshape digital asset regulation.

Garlinghouse to Trump: Clear the SEC and Drive Crypto Clarity in First 100 Days

Ripple’s CEO has revealed that his 25-year-old bank account was closed due to his role leading a crypto company, underscoring rising regulatory pressures and uncertain U.S. policies.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s Bank Account Closed by Major Institution After 25 Years

Tesla and Spacex CEO Elon Musk addressed XRP and cryptocurrency during a town hall in Pittsburgh, acknowledging crypto’s potential amid regulatory scrutiny. Musk emphasized that cryptocurrency plays a crucial role in promoting individual freedom and countering centralized control.

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Ripple’s legal chief has reaffirmed that the core ruling declaring XRP not a security remains intact despite the appeal by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The regulator’s move challenges several other aspects of the July 2023 ruling regarding XRP.

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Crypto derivatives exchange Bitnomial is set to launch its U.S. perpetual futures trading platform, Botanical, backed by a $25 million round led by Ripple. The platform, integrating Ripple’s stablecoin RLUSD, aims to challenge decentralized exchanges and offshore models.

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Ripple has escalated its legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), filing a cross-appeal to challenge unresolved issues around XRP sales. This comes after the SEC sought to overturn parts of the rulings that cleared Ripple’s retail XRP transactions from securities violations.

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Crypto derivatives exchange Bitnomial is suing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over its authority to regulate XRP futures, challenging the classification of XRP as a security.

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The XRP Army is ramping up efforts to push back against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s appeal in the Ripple lawsuit, calling it unnecessary and damaging to the cryptocurrency market. XRP supporters claim that the SEC’s actions create instability in the crypto sector, directly contradicting the agency’s mission.

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Stablecoin liquidity reached unprecedented levels in September 2024, boosting overall cryptocurrency market activity. Meanwhile, Ripple made a notable entrance into the stablecoin space with its newly launched RLUSD, expanding its influence in the financial landscape.

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Ripple is expanding its digital payments service in Brazil, partnering with Mercado Bitcoin to offer faster, cheaper cross-border transactions. This move positions Ripple Payments as a key player in the region’s crypto landscape, helping businesses move funds 24/7.

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Asset management firm Bitwise is seeking approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch a spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF), offering investors direct exposure to XRP through traditional brokerage accounts. “XRP has been an enduring crypto asset that many investors want exposure to,” said the CEO of Bitwise.

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Grayscale Investments has created a new trust for XRP, allowing accredited investors to gain exposure to the cryptocurrency known for facilitating cross-border transactions. The Grayscale XRP Trust functions like other single-asset crypto investment vehicles, holding only XRP. Grayscale’s head of product highlighted the potential of XRP to transform financial infrastructure.

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Ripple’s chief legal officer has addressed the possibility of an appeal by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) following the $125 million final judgment in the XRP case. He suggested that if the Biden-Harris administration is committed to resetting its stance on crypto, the securities regulator should not seek to appeal.

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District Judge Analisa Torres has cut the penalty requested by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in the case against Ripple Labs over XRP by 94%. The court partially granted the SEC’s motion for remedies against Ripple, imposing a $125 million civil penalty.

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Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, criticized the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s inconsistent regulatory practices after the regulator revealed its intention to amend its complaint against Binance concerning the security status of certain crypto tokens.

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Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has criticized Congressman Brad Sherman’s anti-crypto comments, urging Vice President Kamala Harris to distance herself from such views. The Ripple executive warned that opposing cryptocurrencies is equivalent to opposing innovation, benefiting Republicans who support technological progress.

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Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has criticized the politicization of cryptocurrency in the U.S., stressing the necessity of a bipartisan approach and clear regulatory guidelines. He condemned the partisan divide in crypto innovation, particularly addressing Senator Elizabeth Warren’s characterization of cryptocurrencies as tools for illicit activities.

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The Philippine Department of Justice (DOJ) has charged two Russian nationals with stealing PHP340 million ($6.2 million) worth of XRP cryptocurrency from a local crypto exchange. The suspects allegedly hacked Coins.ph’s system to commit the theft. The DOJ emphasized the importance of vigilance against cybercrime despite ongoing efforts to combat these threats.

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Ripple’s chief executive and chief legal officer have reflected on the crypto firm’s win against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding XRP as the anniversary of the court ruling approached. The CEO described the ruling as a milestone for both Ripple and the cryptocurrency industry.

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CME Group, a leading global markets company, has announced the launch of XRP and ICP reference rates and real-time indices. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse explained that the first step towards institutional crypto products is having a trusted benchmark reference rate.

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Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse says the latest court ruling on Ripple’s securities lawsuit “is a big win.” He stressed that “absolutely nothing in the decision negates or changes the fact that XRP is, in and of itself, not a security.”

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Ripple, the cryptocurrency services and payments company, has recently unveiled a local fund to support Brazil-based projects using XRP Ledger, the XRP asset blockchain. Julia Heitner, Program Manager of the XRPL Grants program, stated that Brazil was the first country where this strategy would be implemented, given the nation’s openness to blockchain initiatives.

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Ripple and XRPL Labs have become founding members of the Derec Alliance, which aims to create an interoperable recovery standard for digital assets. This initiative is expected to simplify the recovery process and encourage widespread adoption by making digital asset management more user-friendly and secure.

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Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse says he is “very optimistic” about the crypto market, predicting it could double its market cap this year. The executive explained that the macro trends, such as the spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), are driving “real institutional money” into the crypto space for the first time.

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