XRP is the native token of the XRP Ledger, and the cryptocurrency used by the Ripple payment network. 

It's built for enterprise use on a global scale and helps power cost-efficient cross-border payments.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission said it ended its case accusing Ripple Labs of selling unregistered securities, leaving a $125 million fine intact and ending one of the cryptocurrency industry's highest-profile lawsuits.

SEC ends lawsuit against Ripple, company to pay $125 million fine

The blockchain payments firm Ripple says it has agreed to acquire the stablecoin-powered payment infrastructure platform Rail for $200 million. In a statement, Ripple says it is acquiring the Toronto-based Rail amid rising demand for transactions involving stablecoins – cryptocurrencies pegged to another asset such as the US dollar.

Ripple To Gobble Up Payments Platform Rail for $200,000,000 To Support Transactions via XRP and RLUSD Stablecoin

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) rallied 8% in a single day after Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission officially ended their years-long legal battle. The settlement drew heavy trading activity, with many traders calling it a turning point for the token.

XRP Surges 8% As Ripple-SEC Case Concludes — Traders Ancitipate Multi-Phase Rally

Bitcoin

Dogecoin

Cryptocurrency markets advanced Friday morning, fueled by favorable regulatory developments that spurred ETF inflows and strengthened institutional adoption sentiment. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $116,832.44 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,908.71 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $177.28 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $3.32 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.2231 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001294 Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows that Bitcoin and Ethereum large transactions decreased by 2.4% and dropped 15.7%, respectively, in a single day.

Bitcoin Steadies Above $116,000 As XRP, Dogecoin Surge On Regulatory Boost, ETF Inflows

Crypto bulls are eyeing $120,000 for BTC and $4,000 for ETH after this week delivered bullish cues across ETF flows and macro, an analyst says.

Crypto markets edge higher as ETF inflows return; policy updates and Ripple case closure add tailwinds

Cardano

Chainlink

XRP spikes 10%, XLM and LINK follow with double-digit rallies as Ripple's multi-year battle with the SEC ends.

XRP Leads Double Digit Altcoin Rally as Cardano, Chainlink and SUI Surge

Ethereum

Global risk appetite strengthened on Friday, with crypto, equities and gold futures all pushing higher, while oil headed for its steepest weekly decline since June.

Ether, Dogecoin Rally as XRP Soars 12% in Altcoin-Led Crypto Surge

XRP smashed resistance barriers as trading volume hit 300 million during peak institutional buying surge, with bullish chart patterns and a landmark legal resolution fueling upside bets. The rally combines technical breakout pressure with a significant shift in the token's fundamental narrative.

XRP Bull Flag Points to $8 as Ripple-SEC Case Reaches End

Payments-focused cryptocurrency XRP (XRP) has surged 12% over the past 24 hours, outperforming both bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH). This double-digit gain has lifted XRP's price to $3.32, its highest level since July 28.

XRP Surges 12% as Traders Bet on Big Price Swings with 'Straddle' Strategy

Ripple aims to build the world's most advanced stablecoin payments network through its $200 million Rail acquisition, targeting global infrastructure, real-time settlement, and institutional-grade compliance. Ripple Acquiring Rail to Build the Ultimate Stablecoin Payments Powerhouse Ripple announced on Aug.

Ripple Strikes $200M Deal With Rail to Dominate Global Stablecoin Payments

The SEC and Ripple have formally ended their appeals, finalizing a 2023 court ruling that split XRP sales into securities and non-securities.

SEC and Ripple End Appeals, Closing Landmark Crypto Case as XRP Soars

Blackrock, the world's largest asset manager, is believed to be targeting spot XRP, according to an ETF expert, signaling a major push as crypto demand and momentum accelerate.

Blackrock Will File for Spot XRP ETF, Says Expert as Finish Line Approaches

Whales can play a significant role in shaping market sentiment.

XRP Whale Flows Point to Potential Correction: CryptoQuant

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's 2020 lawsuit against Ripple Labs is officially over, after the two parties informed the Second Circuit Court of Appeals that they were voluntarily dismissing their respective appeals of a 2023 ruling in the case.

SEC's Long-Running Case Against Ripple Officially Over

XRP shatters legal shackles as the SEC case finally closes, unlocking Ripple's full-scale expansion, regulatory clarity for crypto, and a tidal wave of market momentum. Ripple v SEC Case Has Ended, XRP Leaves Behind 5 Years of Uncertainty The lengthy legal standoff between Ripple Labs and the U.S.

Ripple v SEC: Case Officially Over, Appeals Dropped, XRP Eyes Breakout

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse had previously announced the firm would be dropping its cross-appeal.

SEC, Ripple to end legal battle as both parties abandon appeals, leaving XRP ruling intact

Ripple (CRYPTO: XRP) on Thursday announced an agreement to acquire Rail, a stablecoin-powered global payments firm, for $200 million. The deal is designed to strengthen Ripple's position in enterprise blockchain-based payments by integrating Rail's back-end infrastructure and virtual account capabilities into its existing suite of regulated services.

Ripple Acquires Rail For $200 Million To Expand Stablecoin Payments Infrastructure

Cryptocurrency markets are trading higher on Thursday, with Bitcoin reclaiming the $117,000 level. The rally comes as optimism builds around President Donald Trump's proposal to include crypto assets in 401(k) retirement plans, boosting broader investor sentiment.

Bitcoin Reclaims $117,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Rise

Solana

Nate Geraci, president of NovaDius Wealth Management, outlined the latest developments in the crypto ETF arena, asserting that BlackRock is expected to file for spot XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) and Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) ETFs — possibly as early as this October. What Happened: In an appearance on the Thinking Crypto podcast on Wednesday, Geraci emphasized the SEC's recent approval of in-kind creation and redemption mechanisms for crypto ETFs as a pivotal regulatory shift.

BlackRock Likely To File For Spot XRP And Solana ETFs By October Deadline, Says Expert

XRP traded at $3.06 on Aug. 7, 2025, with a 24-hour market capitalization of $181.66 billion and trading volume totaling $4.44 billion. Throughout the day, the digital asset fluctuated within a tight range of $2.97 to $3.08, reflecting a consolidation phase amid broader market hesitation.

XRP Price Watch: Volume Slips as XRP Hovers Below Resistance

An Ethereum sidechain joined XRP Ledger's ecosystem in June.

Ripple Aiming for More Developers With Ethereum Sidechain: CTO

The acquisition follows Ripple's application for a banking license in July.

Ripple to Boost Stablecoin, XRP Payment Services With $200 Million Rail Acquisition

Ethereum, SOL, and XRP have jumped on reports that President Trump will sign an executive order to allow crypto in 401(k)s.

Ethereum, Solana, XRP Rebound Amid Reports Trump Will Allow Crypto in 401(k)s

Ripple will buy payments platform Rail for $200 million, adding 10% of global stablecoin payment flow to its network as U.S. regulations mature.

Ripple to acquire Galaxy-backed stablecoin firm Rail for $200 million

Ripple is buying Rail, a stablecoin payments platform, for $200 million, the firm said on Thursday.

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