XRP
Xrp
$1.04
-0.38% · 24h
24h volume
106.4M
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Coin
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XRP gained institutional DeFi lending access via FXRP on Ethereum. Ripple made new investments for the XRP Ledger. Over 400 million locked XRP faces an October deadline.
Last snapshot
$1.04
-0.38% · 24h
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In brief
XRP is currently a topic of discussion due to proposed changes to its ledger, specifically an expansion amendment and amendment retirements. A former Ripple chief engineer has voiced concerns that the expansion could harm decentralization by requiring nodes to store substantial media files. Meanwhile, XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have seen positive performance, though new issues are being noted. The coin's price movements are also under scrutiny.
Market
Source · diadataPrice
$1.04
24h change
-0.38%
24h volume
106.4M
Xrp snapshot recorded . Reference data only — not investment advice.
Overview
XRP is a coin that has recently been the subject of discussions surrounding its ledger's expansion plans and amendment retirements. Its price movements and related exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are also being observed.
Recent developments
Recent developments include a former chief engineer for Ripple criticizing a new XRP Ledger expansion plan. There have also been discussions about the retirement of XRPL amendments, with a RippleX software engineer explaining the rationale. XRP ETFs have recorded another green week, though new concerns have emerged.
History
On August 8, 2026, a major XRP Ledger upgrade was implemented. This upgrade focused on institutional adoption.
Technology
The XRP Ledger is undergoing discussions regarding an expansion amendment and amendment retirements. One concern raised is that a new expansion amendment could compromise decentralization by requiring nodes to store heavy media files indefinitely.
Historical context
The recorded timeline indicates that recent discussions on August 9, 2026, have focused on development aspects, specifically the XRP Ledger expansion and amendment retirements, alongside observations of XRP's ETF performance.
Risk factors
A former chief engineer for Ripple has stated that a new XRP Ledger expansion amendment could negatively impact decentralization by forcing nodes to store large media files permanently.
Outlook
Future developments to watch include the ongoing discussions and decisions regarding the XRP Ledger expansion plan and the impact of amendment retirements on users and the network's decentralization. The performance of XRP ETFs and any emerging concerns will also be relevant.
Latest coverage
20 storiesRipple's Ex Chief Engineer Slams New XRP Ledger Expansion Plan as 'Really Bad Idea'
The new XRP Ledger expansion amendment could destroy decentralization by forcing nodes to store heavy media files forever, warns Matt Hamilton.
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Ripple (XRP) ETFs Record Another Green Week but Fresh Concerns Surface
We will also take a look at XRP's price movements over the past week and some major predictions.
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XRPL Amendment Retirement: Ripple Engineer Says Users Will Not Be Affected
RippleX software engineer explains logic behind retiring XRP Ledger amendments.
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Can XRP Hold Above $1 in August 2026?
XRP is defending the $1 level after dipping to $1.01, recovering toward $1.04 as the CLARITY Act sinks deeper into legislative uncertainty ahead of a September vote. The psychological floor held, though the token remains the weakest performer among major cryptocurrencies this week. Why the CLARITY Act Keeps Weighing on XRP Cloture is the Senate The post Can XRP Hold Above $1 in August 2026? appeared first on BeInCrypto .
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XRP Ledger Loses 90% of Volume, But This Drop Is Not Critical
XRP saw a substantial drop on the market, but the reality is that it might recovery way sooner than you think.
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Whales Pile Into XRP: 380 Million Coins Defend $1 Psychological Floor
Whales absorb 380 million XRP to secure the $1 floor as a rare monthly signal with a 973% rally track record triggers a supply shift pending.
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More reporting
Will XRP fall below $1? Polymarket’s 65% odds test Ripple bulls
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Analyst Expects XRP’s Strongest Price Reversal Ever, but Polymarket Disagrees
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We Asked ChatGPT: Is XRP Doomed to Fall Below $1 After the CLARITY Act Delay?
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XRP Highly Likely to Retest $1 This August: Kalshi
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Major XRP Ledger Upgrade Targets Institutional Adoption But There’s a Catch
Blockchain Infrastructure ·
XRP, Bitcoin Whales Are Accumulating—Is the Bear Market Nearly Over?
Bitcoin ·
XRP U-Turns Against BTC: Can a Bigger Rebound Follow?
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Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai signals increased AI infrastructure spending, with ripple effects for Nvidia and Broadcom
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XRP Exchange Reserve Jumps Following Demotion to Top 6 Crypto Asset
Exchanges Business ·
Privacy on XRP? XRPL's First Privacy Amendment Set to Change the Game
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Bitcoin ETF pulls in $102M as Ethereum ETF adds $50M, while Solana and XRP sit idle
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XRP Stalls at $1.06 as ETF Flows Dry Up and CLARITY Act Waits
Blockchain Infrastructure ·
Elon Musk Grok AI Predicts XRP Could Be Gearing Up for Something Big
Regulation ·
XRP to $50? Popular Analyst Says the Long-Term Dream Is Still Alive
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Timeline
80 recorded events- 09 Aug 2026DevelopmentRipple's Ex Chief Engineer Slams New XRP Ledger Expansion Plan as 'Really Bad Idea'
The new XRP Ledger expansion amendment could destroy decentralization by forcing nodes to store heavy media files forever, warns Matt Hamilton.
- 09 Aug 2026DevelopmentXRPL Amendment Retirement: Ripple Engineer Says Users Will Not Be Affected
RippleX software engineer explains logic behind retiring XRP Ledger amendments.
- 09 Aug 2026DevelopmentRipple (XRP) ETFs Record Another Green Week but Fresh Concerns Surface
We will also take a look at XRP's price movements over the past week and some major predictions.
- 09 Aug 2026RegulationXRP Already Meets Clarity Act Rules, Lawyer Says
XRP may already meet the requirements to be classified as a digital commodity under the proposed CLARITY Act.
- 09 Aug 2026DevelopmentXRP Ledger Loses 90% of Volume, But This Drop Is Not Critical
XRP saw a substantial drop on the market, but the reality is that it might recovery way sooner than you think.
- 09 Aug 2026DevelopmentWhales Pile Into XRP: 380 Million Coins Defend $1 Psychological Floor
Whales absorb 380 million XRP to secure the $1 floor as a rare monthly signal with a 973% rally track record triggers a supply shift pending.
- 09 Aug 2026DevelopmentWill XRP fall below $1? Polymarket’s 65% odds test Ripple bulls
XRP’s bullish catalysts face a tough test as $1 support and bearish odds come into focus.
- 09 Aug 2026DevelopmentAnalyst Expects XRP’s Strongest Price Reversal Ever, but Polymarket Disagrees
XRP defended a key support, and now analysts believe a major breakout (to the upside) is coming. However, not all agree.
Quick facts
4 fields- Type
- Coin
- Ticker
- XRP
- Price
- $1.0425824156170778
- 24h Change
- -0.380268195092732%
Frequently asked
- What is the current price of XRP?
- The current price of XRP is $1.042148316710698.
- What is the 24-hour change for XRP?
- The 24-hour change for XRP is -0.07384524195049148%.
- What is the concern regarding the new XRP Ledger expansion plan?
- Ripple's Ex Chief Engineer warns that the new XRP Ledger expansion amendment could destroy decentralization by forcing nodes to store heavy media files forever.
- Will users be affected by the XRPL Amendment Retirement?
- A RippleX software engineer states that users will not be affected by the XRPL Amendment Retirement.
- What is the CLARITY Act?
- The CLARITY Act is a piece of legislation that is currently facing uncertainty ahead of a September vote, and a lawyer has stated that XRP already meets its rules.