XRP News Today: XRP surges 70% on institutional adoption and first U.S. XRP futures ETF launch

XRP surged by 70% in July 2025, reaching a market cap of over $170 billion, driven primarily by institutional adoption and the launch of the first U.S. XRP futures ETF. The move marked a pivotal shift in the token’s trajectory, as major asset management firms such as ProShares, Bitwise, and Franklin Templeton filed for ETF-related products, signaling increased Wall Street interest in the asset. On-chain data revealed heightened activity among large holders, with notable accumulation patterns and redistribution of tokens among whale addresses, reinforcing the narrative of growing institutional confidence [1].

The ETF launch acted as a catalyst for broader market participation, as XRP outperformed major cryptocurrencies in terms of market capitalization during the month. Ripple leadership and key institutional players were central to this development, with the XRP Ledger witnessing a rise in tokenization activity. Assets like Ripple’s stablecoin RLUSD saw renewed use, contributing to an uptick in total value locked and further supporting XRP’s price movement [1]. Analysts at ProShares noted that the ETF marked a turning point for crypto, as it began to integrate more deeply into mainstream financial markets [1].

In addition to the ETF, XRP’s performance was also supported by broader institutional infrastructure developments. South Korea’s BDACS introduced institutional-grade XRP custody services, signaling enhanced institutional adoption and operational readiness for the token [7]. These developments came amid growing regulatory scrutiny and legal developments involving Ripple, particularly its ongoing case with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Although a court ruling in July 2023 had partially supported the SEC’s case, the recent price action suggested that market sentiment was becoming increasingly bullish [5].

Looking ahead, industry analysts have expressed cautious optimism. One analyst forecasted that XRP could reach $7 as Ripple pursued expansionary strategies, including a $200 million acquisition to enhance the token’s utility [2]. Others noted that the token had gained nearly 500% in the past year and remained a relatively undervalued asset below $5 [3]. However, technical analysts warned that XRP was currently facing resistance near $3.09, and a break above this level could potentially open the path to $3.85 [8]. Conversely, large whale transactions exceeding $1.9 billion raised concerns about a potential 30% price correction if key support levels failed [10].

The July rally reflected a broader trend of institutional engagement with digital assets, particularly in markets where regulatory clarity was improving. XRP’s performance mirrored early-stage crypto cycles, with institutional flows and regulatory shifts playing a central role in shaping market outcomes. As the market absorbs recent developments, investors remain attentive to both on-chain activity and regulatory developments, which could determine the next phase of XRP’s trajectory [1].

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