Ripple token or XRP is an independent digital asset, native to the Ripple Consensus Ledger. Ripple is a real-time gross settlement system (RTGS), currency exchange and remittance network by Ripple. Also called the Ripple Transaction Protocol (RTXP) or Ripple protocol, it is built upon a distributed open source Internet protocol, consensus ledger and native currency (XRP).
Released in 2012, Ripple purports to enable “secure, instant and nearly free global financial transactions of any size with no chargebacks.” It supports tokens representing fiat currency, cryptocurrency, commodity or any other unit of value such as frequent flier miles or mobile minutes. At its core, Ripple is based around a shared, public database or ledger, which uses a consensus process that allows for payments, exchanges and remittance in a distributed process.
A breakout from the tight upper Bollinger Bands at $0.69 could signal a bullish run for XRP.
Ripple has urged the court to impose a civil penalty of less than $10 million in the lawsuit filed by the US SEC and not the proposed $2 billion by the agency.
While she no longer works with the Commission, Stewart’s insights reflect very deep connections to the SEC’s stance, its strategies, and what it hopes to achieve with the crypto industry.
Steingraber stated that while the price of XRP is currently determined by supply and demand on exchanges, traditional finance institutions such as Bank of America are restricted from using the asset due to regulatory requirements
The latest argument centers on the accusation that the exchange discriminated against institutional investors during the sale of XRP through its On-Demand Liquidity (ODL) platform.
Considering Ripple’s position and reputation in the crypto ecosystem, the new stablecoin is likely to be a tough rival for USDT and USDC.
The recent increase in XRP tokens on Coreum has sparked different reactions among the XRP community. Some users think this might cause a shortage of XRP, pushing its price higher.
According to Schwartz, obtaining XRP from Ripple could have tax consequences. He emphasized individuals might have to sell their XRP shares to pay their taxes.
The SEC has filed the motion of remedies for the final judgement in the XRP case. Analyst say that Ripple’s decision of selling XRP at discount to big institutions could hurt the XRP price.
Despite the challenges, Ripple’s commitment to its core values has remained unwavering. The company’s dedication to simplifying international payments for everyone has been a driving force behind its success.
The expectation that XRP will surpass its ATH is directly tied to the upcoming Bitcoin halving.
Amid the XRP price rally, its Relative Strength Index (RSI) surged from 62 to 72 in the past day, indicating a slight overheating of the token.
Although Garlinghouse did not speak specifically on an XRP ETF, he noted that there will likely be other crypto ETFs with time.
The rationale behind the cancellation stems from regulatory constraints, specifically pertaining to the prohibition of crypto exposure in funds governed under Undertakings for the Collective Investment in Transferable Securities (UCITS ) by Irish authorities.
As the overall market conditions got significantly bullish today, XRP broke out from the falling channel pattern.