In a major development for XRP, the fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market value, Coinbase Derivatives, has officially submitted a self-certification application to the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), signaling its intent to launch XRP futures contracts.

Ripple's XRP is back in the spotlight after a surprising new filing in the long-running SEC case. The unexpected twist, along with the upcoming launch of XRP futures on Coinbase, has raised concerns about its impact on the XRP price.

A cryptocurrency analyst and trader is leaning bullish on XRP (XRP) as the fourth-largest crypto asset by market cap hovers around 40% below the 2025 high of about $3.40. The analyst pseudonymously known as Credible Crypto tells his 69,300 YouTube subscribers that XRP is currently in a consolidation phase.

XRP (XRP 2.25%) and Bitcoin (BTC 0.62%) are proven cryptocurrencies that aren't going to go to zero. In the long term, they're more likely to be more valuable than they are today.

Built on the Cosmos SDK, this new sidechain is the result of a successful collaboration. It brings together RippleX, Axelar, Common Prefix, and Peersyst.

XRP reacted well to its recent slip below $2.

XRP (XRP 2.21%) investors received some great news recently -- the Securities and Exchange Commission dropped its case against Ripple, the company behind the token. The case hung over the cryptocurrency for years, as regulators alleged Ripple should have registered XRP as a security.

XRP is showing renewed strength as it holds firmly above the critical $2 level and stabilizes near the 200-day EMA around $1.94. This key support zone is acting as both a technical and psychological anchor, boosting investor confidence and suggesting a potential midterm recovery.

XRP has recorded a sharp 10.77% decline in wallet activity over the past week, according to a recent report by CoinMetrics. This marks the steepest drop among major altcoins, second only to Ethereum.

Coinbase filed with the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to launch futures contracts for Ripple's XRP token.

In his recent tweet, Brad Garlinghouse, the chief executive officer at the Ripple blockchain heavyweight, has invited the XRP community to join him at the approaching event – XRPL Apex 2025 that is scheduled to take place in Singapore in two months and one week from now – on June 10-12.

It's exciting times for Ripple's native token XRP (XRP 2.36%), as the team celebrates the end of over four years of legal battles. The SEC is dropping its charges against many players in the crypto industry, and Ripple's leadership says that includes XRP.

XRP maintains $2 support amid key developments including Ripple's stablecoin integration, SEC case updates, and upcoming Coinbase futures launch.

Coinbase plans to introduce futures contracts for Ripple's XRP token and has filed with the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission to get the green light.

Coinbase submitted a filing with the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to introduce XRP futures trading, which is expected to launch on April 21.

The XRP lawsuit takes a surprising twist with a mysterious filing, featuring an emergency request to present “decisive evidence” that could potentially impact the Ripple vs SEC case's outcome. Fox Business journalist Eleanor Terrett has shed light on this filing, sparking curiosity among the XRP community.

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.

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.

Retail investors are showing a growing preference for XRP (XRP) over Bitcoin (BTC), according to recent on-chain data from Glassnode. The data highlights a dramatic 490% surge in XRP's quarterly average of daily active addresses.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.