The proposed launch date of XRP futures comes as Coinbase expands its derivatives offerings, including recent SOL and HBAR contracts.

Coinbase has filed with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to launch XRP futures contracts, with a target launch date of April 21, 2025.

Several whales unstaked and dumped SOL worth $46.3 million into the market.

This week, we examine Ethereum, Ripple, Cardano, Solana, and Shiba Inu in greater detail. Ethereum (ETH) Ethereum and most of the market closed March in red and April opened with a tariff war which crashed prices this week.

Scottie Pippen, who is widely considered to be one of the greatest basketball players of all time, has taken to social media to highlight the advantages of crypto amid the global tariff-induced economic turmoil.

The exchange submitted a filing to the CFTC to list XRP futures.

In a major development for the crypto market, Coinbase Derivatives has filed with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to self-certify XRP futures. This move offers investors a regulated, capital-efficient way to trade XRP, one of the most liquid digital assets. The futures contracts are expected to go live on April 21, 2025.

XRP price is down slightly by 1.3% today, April 4, and stands at a crucial support zone between $2 and $2.10. However, a spike in volatility caused by an “odd filing” in the SEC vs.

Solana price has extended weekly losses to 14% amid heightened selling pressure for the cryptocurrency. Whale data on Friday revealed that roughly $46M worth of SOL was unstaked and offloaded to exchanges in recent days.

Base architect Jesse Pollak responded to Infected's claims, saying the chain functioned as intended and the issues were due to the frontend.

April could be a pivotal month for the XRP price, as a crypto analyst predicts significant price swings before a potential breakout. According to the analyst, the altcoin is expected to test lower and higher ranges before experiencing a final blastoff to new highs.

US crypto exchange Coinbase has filed with the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to launch futures contracts for Ripple's XRP token.“We're excited to announce that Coinbase Derivatives has filed with the CFTC to self-certify XRP futures — bringing a regulated, capital-efficient way to gain exposure to one of the most liquid digital assets,” stated Coinbase Institutional on April 3.

Solana's next move hinges on its reaction on the price charts.

Justin W. Keener, a non-party to the Ripple case, files an emergency letter claiming to hold “decisive evidence” against the SEC's $2B penalty.

Data shows markets are pricing in four rate cuts in 2025 — 0.25 bps each in June, July, September and December. Rate cuts occur when a central bank, like the Federal Reserve, lowers interest rates to stimulate economic growth by making borrowing cheaper.

As one of the most tracked cryptocurrencies, Ripple's (XRP) price is closely tied to its ecosystem regulatory changes, market activity, and institutional investment. Looking towards April 2025, XRP encounters simultaneous bullish drivers and downside risks that are likely to determine its price.

The dust for the U.S. reciprocal tariffs imposed on more than 100 nations has begun to settle. Bitcoin (BTC) price held above $82k, as the wider altcoin market, led by Solana (SOL), attempts a bullish recovery, following the maximum pain experienced since the Donald Trump administration took office.

Though the market for cryptocurrencies shows conflicting signals, Solana (SOL) seems ready for a breakthrough. Technical indicators point to SOL getting prepared for a notable upward rise following a sequence of price swings and periods of consolidation.

April 4, 2025 05:15:56 UTC Coinbase Derivatives Set to Launch XRP Futures on April 21 Coinbase Derivatives has officially filed with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to self-certify XRP futures contracts. If approved, the new contracts are expected to go live on April 21, 2025.

The prolonged legal dispute between Ripple Labs and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has formally ended in a settlement, bringing an almost four-year court battle to a close. Ripple will pay a reduced civil penalty of $50 million, a 60% cut from the initially proposed $125 million.

Ripple's stablecoin, RLUSD, has officially joined the trading lineup on Kraken, marking another step forward for the digital asset.

XRP is probing critical support levels as the cryptocurrency market struggles with chronic volatility. The digital asset currently trades at $1.98, a daily trading volume of $10.50 billion and market value of $115 billion.

Coinbase's move to offer XRP futures could boost market liquidity and pave the way for broader institutional adoption of crypto derivatives. The post Coinbase files to launch XRP futures contract, calls XRP ‘one of the most liquid digital assets' appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Coinbase Institutional has announced that Coinbase Derivatives has officially filed with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to self-certify XRP futures. This move aims to offer a regulated, capital-efficient way for investors to gain exposure to XRP, one of the most liquid digital assets in the market.

XRP price started a fresh decline below the $2.050 zone. The price is now consolidating and might face hurdles near the $2.10 level.

The long-running legal saga between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has finally reached a conclusion, with both parties agreeing to a settlement that has left the cryptocurrency community excited. Ripple has agreed to pay a reduced fine of $50 million, slashing the original $125 million penalty.

Coinbase Institutional has officially filed with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to self-certify futures contracts for XRP through its subsidiary, Coinbase Derivatives. This filing aims to launch XRP futures on April 21, 2025, offering both institutional and retail investors a regulated way to gain exposure to XRP in a more capital-efficient manner.

XRP and BTC prices steady after Trump's tariff shock. Market eyes SEC moves, US jobs data, and Fed policy for the next major crypto shift.

President Donald Trump's recent announcement of new tariffs has sent ripples through global markets, affecting everything from traditional stocks to digital assets.

Between Oct. 25, 2024, and Jan. 16, 2025, XRP (XRP) had one of the best rallies of the current bull market, gaining 600% as investors piled in with the hope that a pro-crypto presidency would benefit Ripple and its cryptocurrency. During this time, the quarterly average of daily active addresses jumped by 490% and XRP price hit a 7-year high.

On-chain data analytics firm Glassnode has identified an intriguing shift in retail investor preference, spotlighting XRP as a focal point of speculative interest. The findings, which come from Glassnode's newly published report titled “Rippling Away,” reveal that while Bitcoin market indicators edge closer to a bearish zone, XRP has seen remarkable inflows of capital and user activity—albeit with signs of waning momentum.

Bitcoin, which has been exhibiting signs of stabilization after weeks of hesitancy and erratic trading, is currently holding steady at $84,000. The long-awaited tariffs have finally been formally introduced, eliminating a significant layer of uncertainty that had kept markets cautious.

On April 3rd, the USDC Treasury, in its regular attempt to boost the supply of USDC in circulation, created 250 million fresh USDC tokens on the Solana blockchain, according to data provided by blockchain tracker Whale Alert.

Solana (SOL) is under heavy pressure, with its price down more than 10% in the last 24 hours as bearish momentum intensifies across key indicators. The Ichimoku Cloud, BBTrend, and price structure all point to continued downside risk, with SOL now hovering dangerously close to critical support levels.

Solana's price action is dividing opinion on the internet as investors and analysts alike have opposite views on this token. Some call for $200 while others feel it's time to break the $100 barrier and reach $80.

The SEC acknowledging such a filing typically means it will then be published in the Federal Register, initiating the approval process.

XRP (XRP) stabilized near its $2 support after today's marketwide sell-off sent the altcoin and several other cryptocurrencies close to their swing lows. Data now shows the XRP/USD pair exhibiting early signs of a bullish breakout.

Digital asset bull and social influencer John Squire has projected a bullish outlook for XRP. Amid the growing market uncertainty, crypto bulls have heightened expectations of a large recovery.

According to a recent report by CoinMetrics, XRP has recorded a 10.77% decline in wallet activity over the past week. This is the largest drop among major altcoins (behind only Ethereum).

Cryptocurrency markets are trading lower on Thursday, following a significant decline in traditional financial markets. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $82,025.41 -5.1% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $1,785.61 -6.5% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $115.31 -11.7% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.05 -4.6% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1587 -8.5% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001221 -3.6% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 7.5% and daily active addresses falling by 6%.

XRP, the native token of Ripple Labs, is gaining massive attention from long-term holders despite a significant sell-off in the cryptocurrency market. On April 4, 2025, data from an on-chain analytics firm revealed that exchanges have been witnessing continuous outflows, even as the asset's price continues to decline.

Crypto analyst CasiTrades has provided a roadmap for the XRP price, revealing what could happen before the altcoin reaches a new all-time high (ATH). Based on her analysis, XRP could still witness a price decline before it potentially rallies past its current ATH of $3.4.

XRP is trading at $2.05 with a market capitalization of $119 billion, the lowest since March 10, 2025, and December 30, 2024. The 24-hour trading volume stands at $6.51 billion, within an intraday range of $1.97 to $2.19, marking XRP 40.2% below its all-time high.

XRP is under pressure, down nearly 6% in the past 24 hours and teetering just above the $2 mark as bearish momentum builds. A $1.02 billion unlock from Ripple's escrow has sparked fresh concerns about oversupply, with tokens moved to operational wallets possibly poised for distribution.

Ripple has announced the integration of its USD-backed stablecoin RLUSD into its flagship cross-border payments platform, Ripple Payments. This move, according to the company, is expected to enhance speed, lower costs, and broaden the existing suite of services the platform provides to financial institutions worldwide.

Toncoin's price rollercoaster continues as institutional investors maintain significant holdings despite recent turbulence.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has now acknowledged Fidelity's Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF) filing.

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