XRP News Today: XRP Whales Flood Binance as Market Debates Bullish Signal or Looming Sell-Off?

XRP whale activity has surged on Binance and other major exchanges, with large-scale deposits and withdrawals sparking renewed speculation about the token's future. According to blockchain analytics firm CryptoQuant, Binance is currently the largest recipient of XRP whale inflows, with daily deposits ranging from 0.2 billion to 6.9 billion tokens. This pattern has intensified amid growing optimism for an XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF), even as regulatory uncertainties persist .

The correlation between whale movements and XRP's price dynamics is striking. For instance, between April 7-9, XRP's price bottomed out as inflows spiked from 1.2 to 6.9 billion tokens. Similarly, in early March, whale deposits rose from 0.7 to 2.9 billion XRP, coinciding with a local price peak. Julio Moreno, Head of Research at CryptoQuant, notes that these inflows often signal inflection points for XRP's price action, as whales "move the market in a consistent pattern" .

Recent data reveals that over 2.66 billion XRP tokens have flowed into Binance in the past 30 days-a six-month high. This surge coincided with XRP's price dipping below $2, raising questions about whether whales are preparing for a potential selloff or capitalizing on liquidity opportunities . Meanwhile, a separate analysis highlights that XRP whales moved 50.5 million tokens to Coinbase in late July, valued at $115.3 million, further fueling speculation about market positioning .

The XRP community remains divided on the implications. While some view the inflows as a sign of bullish sentiment, others caution that large-scale withdrawals could trigger volatility. For example, a 19 million XRP transfer to an unknown wallet from Upbit in September 2025 prompted debates about whether it signaled a strategic repositioning or a potential sell-off .

Regulatory scrutiny has also intensified. A recent ETF filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) explicitly flagged whale manipulation as a material risk for XRP, noting that a small number of large holders control much of the token's supply. Attorney Bill Morgan emphasized that institutional acknowledgment of such risks "validates concerns in a sector frequently labeled as speculative" .

Despite these challenges, XRP's price has shown resilience. As of September 2025, the token trades near $2.75, with analysts suggesting that a breakout above $3 could reignite bullish momentum. The approval of XRP ETFs remains a key catalyst, though hurdles persist. While Bitcoin ETFs dominate 90% of the market, proponents argue that XRP's unique utility in cross-border payments could carve out a niche .

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