XRP News Today: Ripple August 2025 Escrow Unlock Releases 1 Billion XRP With Limited Price Impact

Ripple’s August 2025 escrow unlock released 1 billion XRP tokens into the market, an event that has drawn attention from analysts, though most agree its impact on price is expected to remain limited. Ripple has followed a consistent monthly unlock schedule for years, and a significant portion of the tokens—estimated at around 700–750 million—are re-locked immediately, with only 300–400 million entering circulation. This controlled release helps mitigate potential volatility and supports Ripple’s broader goals of funding infrastructure, partnerships, and tokenization initiatives [1].

The recent price movement of XRP has been more influenced by trading behavior than the unlock itself. XRP dropped from $3.66 to $3.17 in late July, a steeper decline than the 2–3% dips seen in Bitcoin and Ethereum. Analysts attributed this correction mainly to profit-taking rather than a broader bearish trend in the crypto market. Whale activity has also intensified, with over 70 million XRP moving from dormant wallets, a sign of accumulation by large holders. This buildup suggests confidence in XRP’s potential for medium-term gains, despite recent price corrections [2].

While the unlock may not immediately alter XRP’s price direction, it does coincide with a period of regulatory uncertainty. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continues to pursue legal action against Ripple, yet the odds of a spot XRP ETF approval by late 2025 have increased, according to prediction markets. Analysts note that regulatory clarity remains a key factor in XRP’s long-term trajectory. If the ETF is approved, it could significantly enhance institutional interest and liquidity for the token [3].

At the broader market level, Bitcoin and Ethereum have shown moderate gains, with Bitcoin trading near $118,386 and Ethereum at $3,860. The crypto market has demonstrated resilience, with over 75 of the top 100 cryptocurrencies posting gains in the past 24 hours. However, the U.S. Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates has tempered some short-term optimism. Despite this, inflows into U.S. Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs suggest continued institutional confidence [4].

Looking ahead, if XRP can break through the $3.35–$3.60 resistance zone, it could see a price surge toward $6, with some analysts predicting a potential $9–$10 level by September 2025. These forecasts, however, are speculative and should be treated as analyst outlooks rather than guaranteed outcomes. The token’s performance will largely depend on post-unlock distribution patterns, regulatory developments, and overall market sentiment [5].

In conclusion, Ripple’s August 2025 escrow unlock of 1 billion XRP is unlikely to cause significant volatility due to the company’s controlled re-locking strategy. Whale accumulation and price corrections point to cautious optimism, but the regulatory environment and macroeconomic factors will play a more decisive role in shaping XRP’s future. Investors are advised to closely monitor both short-term trading dynamics and long-term structural developments.

Source:

[1] Coinotag, [https://en.coinotag.com/ripples-august-unlock-of-1-billion-xrp-may-have-limited-market-impact-analysts-suggest/](https://en.coinotag.com/ripples-august-unlock-of-1-billion-xrp-may-have-limited-market-impact-analysts-suggest/)

[2] AInvest, [https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-news-today-xrp-breaks-3-14-resistance-bulls-gain-control-2508/](https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-news-today-xrp-breaks-3-14-resistance-bulls-gain-control-2508/)

[3] The Economic Times, [https://m.economictimes.com/news/international/us/xrp-price-prediction-xrp-whale-activity-shows-bullish-momentum-is-a-10-breakout-coming-soon/articleshow/122997983.cms](https://m.economictimes.com/news/international/us/xrp-price-prediction-xrp-whale-activity-shows-bullish-momentum-is-a-10-breakout-coming-soon/articleshow/122997983.cms)

[4] Cryptonews, [https://cryptonews.com/news/why-is-crypto-up-today-july-31-2025/](https://cryptonews.com/news/why-is-crypto-up-today-july-31-2025/)

[5] TradingView, [https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/XRPUSD/ideas/?sort=recent](https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/XRPUSD/ideas/?sort=recent)