TL;DR RLUSD stablecoin has surged past $10B in cumulative trading volume, boosted by Kraken joining existing major exchanges. Kraken's listing enhances RLUSD's accessibility for deposits and withdrawals, even as some mobile and instant-buy features await liquidity improvements.

XRP holders and bulls have managed to prevent the token's price from dropping below $2, even as President Trump's ‘Liberation Day' tariffs wiped $140 billion from the cryptocurrency market within a matter of hours.

Even if you're only looking to invest $2,500 or so, there are now a couple of new reasons to buy and hold high-quality coins, especially XRP (XRP -4.58%) and Solana (SOL -7.83%).

Ripple has once again unlocked a massive 1 billion XRP, the second time in a month, but this time, things are different! The release came two days later than usual, fueling speculation across the crypto market. Traders are wondering if Ripple is changing its strategy or preparing for something big.

Renowned social media influencer John Squire has recently sent shockwaves across the broader crypto industry by saying, “XRP rise will trigger countless early retirements.” On Thursday, April 03, the influencer shared an X post conveying that Ripple investors could make enough earnings for early retirements, signaling that a bull run awaits.

It seems as if XRP is laying the groundwork for a possible bullish reversal, following weeks of downward pressure. A retracement may be imminent as the asset has leveled off above the crucial $2.00 level and is displaying indications of strength.

This integration further drives RLUSD's adoption and the growing demand for Ripple's enterprise solutions. RLUSD is a USD-denominated stablecoin designed with trust, utility, and compliance at its core.

Amid Trump's reciprocal tariffs, XRP price came crashing down 5%, testing crucial support at $2, while futures liquidation surged to $18.5 million.

Ethereum (ETH) has been projected to challenge XRP's bullish price performance and possibly surpass it to reach new highs. Despite Ethereum's failure to rally significantly in this bull cycle, a crypto analyst has outlined reasons why this second-largest cryptocurrency is set for explosive upside momentum.

The good news is that XRP (XRP -3.78%) is still up 300% since the U.S. election in November. The bad news is that XRP is down more than 40% since it hit a 52-week high of $3.40 in mid-January.

The cryptocurrency market remained relatively calm on Thursday ahead of the U.S. non-farm payrolls report due Friday. Traders continue to weigh macroeconomic uncertainty against growing optimism in crypto adoption.

RLUSD stablecoin reaches $300M market cap with 85% volume growth after Ripple Payments integration and Kraken listing.

On-chain data shows Dogecoin and XRP have recently been seeing the sharpest decreases in Supply in Profit out of the major cryptocurrencies. Dogecoin & XRP Have Seen A Notable Drop In Profitability During Last 30 Days In a new post on X, the on-chain analytics firm Glassnode has discussed about the latest trend in the Supply in Profit for the major assets in the cryptocurrency sector.

XRP long-term holders are back in accumulation mode, but history warns of potential downside. A descending triangle pattern suggests XRP may drop 40% as bearish pressure builds

The cryptocurrency industry is known for its life-changing returns, and XRP (XRP -2.95%) is no exception. If you invested just $5,000 a decade ago, your position would be worth more than $1 million today, compared to the S&P 500 's (^GSPC 0.67%) return of just under $13,400.

"Whatever Bitcoin does, XRP will follow that. No altcoins can escape while Bitcoin is crashing," one industry participant envisioned.

Blockchain behemoth has unlocked three batches of XRP just now, triggering a heated discussion within the crypto community.

XRP is trading near a crucial support level around $2 amid a broader market risk-off triggered by tariff-related concerns. This level holds key significance in confirming a bearish reversal pattern known as the head-and-shoulders (HS).

XRP price dips below $2.10 with possible April swings between $1.79-$3.00 as analysts predict a potential 70% rally following current consolidation.

Ripple USD (RLUSD) has seen a huge boost, with over $100 million issued since April 1, one of the highest releases in months as the demand for the stablecoin rises. Earlier this week, Ripple issued $50 million worth of RLUSD on Tuesday, followed by another $50 million on Wednesday.

Bitcoin (BTC) price led the wider altcoin market, led by Ethereum (ETH) and XRP, in a bearish outlook in the past 24 hours. The flagship coin dropped over 1 percent in the past 24 hours to trade about $83.3k on Thursday, during the early Western financial markets.

The Ripple community has been eagerly awaiting updates on the prolonged XRP lawsuit as the case nears its ultimate resolution. As the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has scheduled a closed-door meeting today, all eyes are on its potential implications for the Ripple vs SEC case.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse recently took to the X social media network to highlight a recent report by the National Cryptocurrency Association (NCA) showing that a whopping 21% of Americans own crypto.

The cryptocurrency market took a sharp hit on April 2, 2025, following President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff announcement. Bitcoin led the decline, dropping to $82,000, while other major cryptocurrencies also faced losses. The sudden market shift wiped out gains from the previous days when prices had surged.

On Wednesday, XRP dropped below the critical $2 mark, retesting the $1.96 level as the crypto market faced heightened volatility. The sudden downturn in the market erased gains from the past three days, with over $450 million in crypto futures liquidated in the last 24 hours amid the impact of new U.S. tariffs.

Industry leaders expect RLUSD to further shift crypto market dynamics, where upstarts tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC) could see competition from Ripple's product.

Wobble in Bitcoin, Ether, XRP Prices Cause Crypto Bulls and Bears to See $230M Liquidations Each

April 3, 2025 05:24:41 UTC Ripple IPO Date : When Is the Launch Expected? Ripple has not officially announced a date for its Initial Public Offering (IPO), but industry experts predict it could happen within the next 12 to 18 months.

Ripple's RLUSD is now available for trading on Kraken, joining major exchanges like Bitso, Bitstamp, and Archax. With over $10 billion in cumulative trading volume, the stablecoin is gaining momentum.

A breakdown of the topping pattern could potentially halve prices to $1.07.

XRP, one of the leading altcoins by market cap, collapsed below the crucial $2 level on Wednesday for the first time in nearly a month amid an all-out market sell-off.

In a newly released chart, crypto analyst Egrag (@egragcrypto) reveals a XRP price prediction for April. While emphasizing that current market sentiment remains in what he calls a “boredom phase,” Egrag's technical breakdown highlights several critical levels that may define the token's trajectory this month.

Ripple has officially integrated its US-pegged stablecoin, RLUSD, into its enterprise-grade cross-border payments platform. This strategic move expands RLUSD's utility within Ripple's global transaction infrastructure, enhancing efficiency and scalability for international payments. The integration coincides with RLUSD's listing on Kraken, increasing its accessibility to both institutional and retail users.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse recently released a 4-minute video announcing that Ripple had won its long-standing legal battle against the SEC. The regulatory body decided to drop its appeal, marking the end of over four years of legal disputes.

Ripple, the San Francisco-based blockchain company, has announced the integration of its RLUSD stablecoin into its cross-border payments platform. The growing adoption of RLUSD is already evident, with major providers like iSend and BKK Forex utilizing the stablecoin for efficient and cost-effective global transfers.

XRP, Solana (SOL), and Dogecoin (DOGE) have recorded the largest percentage drops in supply currently in profit, according to on-chain analytics firm Glassnode. Over the past 30 days, these cryptocurrencies saw a significant decline in the Percent Supply in Profit metric, reflecting reduced investor profitability as prices fell across the market.

XRP price started a fresh decline below the $2.120 zone. The price is now consolidating and might face hurdles near the $2.10 level.

Ripple's massive XRP inflow and surging leverage hint at a possible explosive breakout.

XRP slides as Trump's trade war jolts markets. Eyes now turn to the SEC's potential appeal withdrawal and prospects for a US XRP-spot ETF.

The XRP price is showing signs of a strong bullish reversal, with a crypto analyst predicting a potential rebound toward $3.5 and even higher. After experiencing significant volatility and undergoing a consolidation due to recent price declines, technical indicators now show support for XRP's bullish outlook.

Ripple has integrated RLUSD into its enterprise-grade cross-border payments platform, Ripple Payments, amid a 118% monthly growth in its market cap. The move expands US-pegged RLUSD's utility within Ripple's global transaction infrastructure and coincides with the token's listing on Kraken, further increasing access to institutional and retail users.

With the stablecoin sector quickly heating up and U.S. lawmakers pursuing regulatory clarity, San Francisco-based blockchain firm Ripple is eyeing further adoption of its U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin, RLUSD.

Grayscale's latest ETF filing with the SEC could introduce its $600M Digital Large Cap Fund—which includes XRP, BTC, and ETH—to retail investors, potentially boosting XRP demand amid bearish market pressure. The post XRP Included in Grayscale's New ETF Filing – Billions of Dollars Incoming? appeared first on Cryptonews.

XRP has been on a steady decline over the past month, with its price weakness pushing the number of addresses in profit to its lowest count this year on March 31.

Cryptocurrency markets are surging ahead of a crucial tariff announcement by President Trump. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $86,692.07 +2% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $1,912.93 +0.2% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $131.12 +3.4% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.15 +0.8% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1740 +1.2% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001268 -0.04% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume decreasing by 18.6% and daily active addresses growing by 4.7%.

President Donald Trump is facing new heat after Representative Maxine Waters accused him of trying to ditch the dollar and swap in a stablecoin tied to his own family.

XRP has been on a recovery trajectory following a turbulent first quarter of 2025. With renewed interest in the Ripple ecosystem and favorable regulatory tailwinds, XRP holders are now eyeing a potential rally to $20.

Kraken, the second-largest US-based crypto exchange by trading volume, is adding support for Ripple's stablecoin. In a new announcement, Kraken says that Ripple USD (RLUSD) is now available to trade on its platform. RLUSD is a US dollar-backed digital asset issued on Ripple's XRP Ledger and Ethereum (ETH) blockchains.