XRP ETF Sets Volume Record as Price Stagnates Amid Regulatory Uncertainty

The REX-Osprey XRP ETF (XRPR) recorded the highest first-day “natural” trading volume of any U.S. ETF debut in 2025, with $37.75 million in activity, surpassing the previous record held by the Dan Ives Wedbush AI Revolution ETF (IVES) First U.S. Spot XRP ETF Sees Biggest Day-One Natural Volume of …^[1]. The launch marked a significant milestone for XRP-backed products, with institutional and retail demand driving the ETF’s performance. Bloomberg Senior ETF Analyst Eric Balchunas highlighted the result as a positive signal for the broader “onslaught of 33 Act ETFs” under SEC review First U.S. Spot XRP ETF Sees Biggest Day-One Natural Volume of …^[1]. XRPR’s sister product, the REX-Osprey DOGE ETF (DOJE), also achieved $17 million in trading volume, placing it among the top five ETF launches of the year out of 710 new products First U.S. Spot XRP ETF Sees Biggest Day-One Natural Volume of …^[1].

The success of XRPR underscores growing institutional appetite for XRP, supported by record-breaking figures in related markets. CME Group’s XRP futures reached $1 billion in open interest within three months, while futures-based XRP ETFs like Teucrium’s XXRP and Volatility Shares’ XRPI collectively hold over $800 million in assets under management First U.S. Spot XRP ETF Sees Biggest Day-One Natural Volume of …^[1]. The ETF’s structure—allocating 80% of assets to XRP and 20% to futures, Treasuries, and money market funds—provides a regulated channel for investors to access the cryptocurrency through traditional brokerage accounts First U.S. Spot XRP ETF Sees Biggest Day-One Natural Volume of …^[1]. This aligns with broader market trends, as XRP’s market capitalization and institutional partnerships, including those with DBS Bank and Franklin Templeton, reinforce its role in global payments and digital asset adoption Ripple Price Prediction As Spot XRP ETF Records Strongest …^[2].

Meanwhile, XRP’s price has remained volatile, consolidating around $3 despite the ETF’s success. Technical analysts note key support at $2.90 and resistance levels at $3.12–$3.40. A confirmed breakout above $3.14 could trigger a rally toward $3.50–$3.52, though bearish divergence on weekly charts suggests caution Ripple Price Prediction As Spot XRP ETF Records Strongest …^[2]. The disconnect between ETF-driven optimism and spot price stagnation has sparked debate, with some experts attributing it to cautious market sentiment amid regulatory uncertainties XRP, DOGE ETFs bring in $54.7M combined day-one trade volume^[4]. However, the ETF’s launch has accelerated momentum in futures markets, where XRP open interest rose to $8.94 billion post-debut XRP, DOGE ETFs bring in $54.7M combined day-one trade volume^[4].

The ETF’s impact extends beyond trading volumes, with cloud mining platforms like GoldenMining leveraging XRP’s growth to offer passive income opportunities. The platform’s XRP-based contracts enable users to earn up to $8,700 daily, attracting investors seeking diversified exposure to the cryptocurrency’s bull run . GoldenMining’s contracts, which require no physical mining infrastructure, automate earnings distribution and allow reinvestment of profits to amplify returns . The platform’s accessibility—supporting deposits in XRP, BTC, ETH, and other major cryptocurrencies—has further broadened its appeal .

Looking ahead, the U.S. SEC’s October deadlines for ruling on over ten additional XRP ETF applications have raised expectations for a 95% approval probability First U.S. Spot XRP ETF Sees Biggest Day-One Natural Volume of …^[1]. Analysts project that a wave of ETF approvals could drive up to $5 billion in inflows within four weeks, potentially triggering a 300% surge in XRP’s value First U.S. Spot XRP ETF Sees Biggest Day-One Natural Volume of …^[1]. The regulatory clarity provided by the 1940 Act framework, which allows offshore subsidiaries to hold XRP, has streamlined the approval process compared to the 1933 Act’s 240-day timeline GoldenMining Officially Launches Innovative XRP-Based Cloud …^[5]. As the market awaits these decisions, the interplay between institutional adoption, technical momentum, and regulatory developments will remain pivotal to XRP’s trajectory.