XRP News Today: Chris Larsen Sells $200M XRP Amid 20% Price Drop Analysts Warn of Market Pressure

Chris Larsen, co-founder of Ripple, has intensified his sales of XRP tokens amid a recent price correction, sparking discussions about the influence of large holders on market stability. As of July 25, 2025, Larsen has sold over 100 million XRP tokens, valued at approximately $200 million, across multiple transactions. These sales occurred alongside a 20% decline in XRP’s price, which dropped to $3.18 by July 23, 2025. Despite these divestments, Larsen still holds 2.58 billion XRP tokens, valued at nearly $7.9 billion, indicating a strategic, long-term approach to asset management [1]. Analysts, including J.A. Maartun of CryptoQuant, suggest that Larsen’s continued sales may exacerbate downward pressure on XRP prices, particularly during periods of market vulnerability [3].

The timing of Larsen’s transactions has raised concerns among investors. A $140 million XRP transfer on July 17 coincided with a 10.33% price drop on June 3 and a subsequent 15% decline during the week of July 19. Critics argue that such large-scale sales by influential figures could undermine market confidence, while others note that broader factors—such as regulatory uncertainty and macroeconomic conditions—also play a role in XRP’s volatility [2]. For instance, the ongoing U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) case against Ripple has added to the asset’s instability, creating a challenging environment for holders [4].

Comparisons to Larsen’s co-founder, Jed McCaleb, highlight differing strategies among Ripple’s early stakeholders. McCaleb ceased selling XRP in July 2022 after offloading a significant portion of his initial 9 billion-token allocation. In contrast, Larsen’s 107 million-token sales since November 2024 suggest a more active approach to liquidity, though his remaining holdings remain substantial. This divergence underscores varying perspectives on founder token management and its market implications [1].

Market observers remain divided on XRP’s future trajectory. Some analysts forecast the token could reach $4–$5 by late 2025, contingent on regulatory clarity and adoption trends [3]. However, the recent volatility highlights XRP’s susceptibility to large-scale sales by key stakeholders. Institutional liquidations and whale-driven selling have further compounded downward momentum, with Binance reporting $7.3 million in XRP long positions wiped out during a single-day 10% price plunge [6].

While Larsen’s actions reflect a measured approach to capitalizing on market highs—such as XRP’s peak of $3.66 in mid-July—his ongoing sales introduce uncertainty for investors. The interplay between founder activity, regulatory developments, and broader market dynamics underscores the complexity of predicting XRP’s performance. Stakeholders are urged to monitor regulatory updates, technological advancements in the XRP Ledger, and macroeconomic trends to navigate the evolving landscape [4].

Chris Larsen’s XRP sales illustrate the significant role large holders play in shaping market dynamics. Although his divestments have coincided with price corrections, they represent only one factor among many influencing XRP’s trajectory. A holistic analysis of market forces, including institutional sentiment and regulatory outcomes, will be critical for assessing the asset’s long-term prospects [7].

Sources:

[1] [Ripple's Larsen Might Be Just Starting After $200 Million] [https://u.today/ripples-larsen-might-be-just-starting-after-200-million-xrp-selling-spree-analyst-says]

[2] [XRP Falls 10.33% Amid Whale Selling and $86M Liquidation] [https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-news-today-xrp-falls-10-33-whale-selling-86m-liquidation-tests-2-95-support-2507/]

[3] [XRP Price Prediction: $4–$5 by Late 2025] [https://m.economictimes.com/news/international/us/xrp-price-prediction-xrp-is-rising-today-but-can-it-stay-above-3-66-as-ai-cloud-mining-booms-and-why-is-ripples-co-founder-under-fire-over-a-175m-token-dump/articleshow/122905639.cms]

[4] [Ripple Co-Founder Moves $140M in XRP to Exchanges] [https://www.techi.com/ripple-cofounder-xrp-140m-transfer-historic-rally/]

[6] [Binance Wipes Out $7.3M XRP Longs] [https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-news-today-binance-wipes-7-3m-xrp-longs-price-dives-19-suspected-larsen-sales-2507/]

[7] [XRP Price Falls 10% Amid $140M Transfers] [https://coincentral.com/xrp-price-falls-10-amid-140m-transfers-linked-to-ripple-co-founder/]