XRP is the native token of the XRP Ledger, and the cryptocurrency used by the Ripple payment network. 

It's built for enterprise use on a global scale and helps power cost-efficient cross-border payments.

Bitcoin

Ethereum

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), and XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) all pulled back Wednesday as traders braced for Friday's $18 billion options expiry, the largest of 2026. What the Options Expiry Means Deribit CEO Luuk Strijers told CoinDesk that roughly $15.9 billion in Bitcoin options and $2.1 billion in Ethereum options expire Friday at 8:00 UTC, wiping out 37% of Deribit's entire outstanding BTC open interest in one shot.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Slide as $18 Billion Options Expiry Looms: What's Going On?

Crypto analyst EGRAG says XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) could be repeating a rare pattern from its 2016 accumulation phase, one that historically preceded a massive rally. What EGRAG's Chart Shows EGRAG posted on X that XRP printed three consecutive green monthly candles during its 2016 bear-market base-building phase, a sequence he calls extremely rare during accumulation.

XRP Could Repeat Its 2016 Pattern and Rally 50x, Analyst Says: 'Charts Don't Lie'

The upgrade could activate Oct. 5, letting businesses give another account limited powers such as making payments or approving customers without handing over full control.

XRP Ledger retries upgrade that lets banks split payment and compliance duties

Dogecoin

Leading cryptocurrencies ticked higher on Tuesday as investors digested President Donald Trump's latest remarks on Iran peace negotiations. Cryptocurrency 24-Hour Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:26 p.m.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Gain as Trump Touts 'Good Meeting' With Iran: Analyst Says BTC 'Sitting' Above Strong Support

XRP crossed $1.60 for the first time since Feb. 4 as Santiment counted 1,917 large transactions and 3,647 new wallets. The activity points to heightened interest, though the transaction count alone cannot establish whether whales bought or sold. XRP Crosses $1.60 as Large Transfers Surge XRP traders saw the token move above $1.60 on Sept.

XRP Tops $1.60 as 1,917 Whale Transactions Hit Monthly High

Bitcoin held firmly above $86,000 as U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted nearly $1 billion in net inflows, signaling renewed institutional demand.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Flat as XRP, Dogecoin Gain on $1B ETF Inflows: 'Real Capital Is Coming Back'

Moscow Exchange began trading perpetual futures on an XRP index on Sept. 22, listing the token beside bitcoin on Russia's largest bourse, yet only qualified investors can touch the contracts.

Russia's Largest Exchange Lists XRP Perpetuals, but There Is a Caveat

XRP drew $350M (about ₩481B) of trading volume on Upbit on Sept. 21, beating bitcoin's $225.8M (₩308B), and it has out-traded bitcoin on the exchange every day for a month. The Numbers On Monday night, onchain data showed that XRP was “dominating Upbit,” with the asset's numbers showing $203.

XRP Is Crushing Bitcoin on Korean Exchange Upbit: Here Are the Numbers

On Monday, seasoned trader Peter Brandt forecast a potential fourfold jump in XRP's (CRYPTO: XRP) price as the fifth-largest cryptocurrency regained momentum. XRP's Long-Term Forecast Brandt shared a long-term monthly chart of XRP on X, which projected an “eventual advance” to $5.40, citing trend channels and moving averages.

XRP Will Advance to $5.40? Veteran Trader Peter Brandt Shares Long-Term Forecast, Another Popular Analyst Says Coin Has 'Room to Run'

Leading cryptocurrencies jumped to multi-month highs on Monday amid rampant optimism and growing “fear of missing out.”

Bitcoin Tops $87,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Also Lift Amid 'Extreme Greed'—Analyst Declares Bear Market Over, Says This is the 'Next Stop' for BTC

XRP climbed nearly 9% to $1.54 as veteran trader Peter Brandt published a chart pointing to an eventual $5.40. The rally coincided with Absa's launch of a Ripple-powered custody service. Peter Brandt's Long-Term XRP Chart Points to $5.40 XRP investors received a bullish long-term projection on Sept.

XRP Jumps 8.7% as Peter Brandt's Chart Signals Advance to $5.40

Bitcoin's price breached $87,000 for the first time since late January, triggering a broader altcoin surge. Ether gained 6% to reach $2,770, renewing optimism around long-term targets despite remaining more than 40% below its all-time high.

BNB Crosses $800 While DOGE and XRP Log Double-Digit Gains

Bitcoin rallied to an almost eight-month high as institutional interest surged, while crude oil prices fell below $100 and Treasury yields slipped below 5%.

Bitcoin Hits $86,000 as Dogecoin Leads; Ethereum, XRP Rally Pushing Liquidations Towards $1 Billion

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) surged above $85,000 for the first time in nine months Monday, liquidating over $400 million in leveraged shorts. What Triggered the Rally The Kobeissi Letter posted on X Monday that the shorts got wiped out in just four hours, a classic squeeze accelerating an already strong move.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Surge as $400 Million in Shorts Get Liquidated

South African lender Absa switched on Absa Digital Asset Custody on Sept. 21, putting Ripple's custody technology live inside one of Africa's largest banking groups 11 months after the two firms first announced the partnership.

Ripple Brings Custody to Absa as XRP Price Jumps 6.7%: Here's What Launched

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) spiked after Ripple said asset managers and commercial projects are preparing to use a major XRP Ledger payments upgrade that is nearing activation. Will XRPL Upgrade Push XRP Higher?

XRP Jumps 8% as Ripple Says Asset Managers Eye XRPL Upgrade

Leading cryptocurrencies rallied on Sunday as risk appetite surged amid the Securities and Exchange Commission's push to introduce tokenized-stock products. Cryptocurrency 24-Hour Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:23 p.m.

Bitcoin Touches $82,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Also Gain Amid Tokenization Push by SEC: Analyst Confirms 'Breakout' in This Major Coin

Ripple has released the Swell 2026 agenda, placing XRP, tokenization, stablecoins, and institutional settlement within a broader discussion about finance's next phase. The New York conference will feature leaders from major financial and crypto companies.

Ripple Swell 2026 Agenda Goes Live With XRP in Finance's Next Wave

The upcoming Batch V1.1 can make linked asset and payment transfers succeed together or fail together, and Ripple says commercial projects are already being built around the feature after an extensive security review.

Ripple says asset managers are preparing for XRP Ledger's next payments upgrade

Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty is calling for greater coordination across the crypto industry after the CLARITY Act failed to advance in the Senate. He said the setback exposed divisions in messaging and political support surrounding digital asset legislation.

Ripple Legal Chief Calls for Crypto Unity After CLARITY Act Defeat

XRP demand could increase as payments, stablecoins, decentralized finance, and tokenized assets bring more activity to the XRP Ledger, according to 21shares. The asset manager says activity could support XRP demand through fees, reserves, and bridge transactions.

21shares Sees XRP Demand Growing as XRPL Activity Expands Further

Evernorth has agreed to issue a $30 million convertible note to fund XRP purchases and broader ecosystem activity. The financing remains contingent on its proposed merger with Armada Acquisition Corp. II closing during the fourth quarter.

Evernorth Lines Up $30M in Notes for XRP Buys, Ecosystem Activity

Bitcoin reclaimed $80,000 for the first time since early September as spot BTC ETF flows turned positive, adding momentum to a broader risk-on rally.

Bitcoin Reclaims $80,000 as Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Jump Over 6% in Risk-On Rally

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) jumped 6 over the past 24 hours ,briefly touching $1.40 as whale inflows to Binance surged to a six-month high. The sharp price rebound comes after XRP suffered a steep selloff earlier this week following the failed Senate vote to advance the Clarity Act.

XRP Skyrockets 6% as Whale Binance Inflows Hit 6-Month High

XRP is roaring back as Bitcoin claws its way above $800,000 again, but the charts continue to give traders mixed signals.

News for XRP Crypto (XRP)