XRP News Today: Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen sells $200M XRP over ten days as token drops 15% amid regulatory uncertainty

Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen sold approximately $200 million worth of XRP over a ten-day period in late July 2025, sparking market speculation about the implications for the cryptocurrency’s price and liquidity. The transactions, linked to wallets associated with Larsen, occurred amid a 15% decline in XRP’s value during the same week [1]. Analysts noted that the timing of the sales, coinciding with broader regulatory uncertainties in the crypto sector, raised questions about market confidence in XRP’s trajectory [4].

Larsen, who remains Ripple’s executive chairman, still holds 2.58 billion XRP tokens, valued at around $7.9 billion [3]. CryptoQuant analyst J.A. Maartun highlighted that the sale could signal further large-scale distributions, given Larsen’s historical pattern of staggered liquidations to meet financial obligations or diversify holdings [5]. On-chain data revealed $140 million of the recent sales moved to centralized exchanges, often a precursor to additional dumping [2]. This has intensified concerns about the influence of major holders on XRP’s price action, particularly as the token consolidates near key support levels between $3.10 and $3.16 [3].

While some market participants view the sale as a routine liquidity move, others argue it exacerbates downward pressure on XRP. The token’s price fell to $3.18 by July 23, a 20% drop from its recent high of $3.66 [2]. Technical indicators suggest XRP could stabilize above $3.00, but a breakout above $3.66 would likely trigger renewed buying momentum toward $3.81. Meanwhile, Bitcoin’s dominance has dipped to 59–61%, indicating capital rotation into altcoins like XRP, SOL, and Dogecoin [3].

Larsen’s actions are occurring against the backdrop of Ripple’s ongoing legal battles with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). A 2024 court ruling partially upheld the SEC’s case, reinforcing regulatory challenges for the company [8]. Analysts caution that further sales by Larsen could be interpreted as either a strategic hedge against these risks or a sign of diminished long-term confidence in XRP [7].

The market remains divided on whether Larsen’s sell-off reflects broader uncertainty or routine portfolio management. Legal expert Bill Morgan dismissed the notion that one individual is “tank[ing] the market,” attributing recent trends to macroeconomic forces and regulatory anxiety [3]. However, the sheer scale of the transactions—exceeding $200 million in a short window—has heightened scrutiny over the role of whale activity in crypto markets, where concentrated holdings can disproportionately impact price dynamics [6].

Investors are now closely monitoring whether Larsen will continue selling XRP in the coming weeks. If XRP reclaims $3.31 and holds above $3.16, the recent decline might be viewed as a short-term correction. A failure to maintain support could lead to deeper corrections toward $2.25 or lower [3]. Institutional demand remains steady, with open interest in XRP futures rising, suggesting ongoing institutional participation despite retail volatility [3].

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[1] [Ripple Co-Founder Sells $200M XRP Over Ten Days](https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-news-today-ripple-founder-sells-200m-xrp-ten-days-sparking-debate-market-confidence-liquidity-boost-2507/)

[2] [Ripple Co-Founder Offloads $200 Million XRP In 10 Days](https://www.mitrade.com/insights/news/live-news/article-3-986747-20250725)

[3] [Think Twice Before Buying XRP or Become Exit Liquidity](https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/07/25/think-twice-before-buying-xrp-or-becone-exit-liquidity-cryptoquant-analyst/)

[4] [XRP (Ripple) Price Prediction Drops 15% After Ripple Co-](https://thetradable.com/crypto/xrp-ripple-price-prediction-drops-15-after-ripple-cofounder-dumps-175m-worth-2)

[5] [Chris Larsen Moves $200M in XRP – What's Going On?](https://cryptorank.io/news/feed/c84e2-chris-larsen-moves-200m-in-xrp-whats-going-on)

[6] [Ripple Co-Founder Chris Larsen Sells $200M in XRP Amid ...](https://www.tokenpost.com/news/investing/16449)

[7] [Kusumesh Swayampakula's Profile](https://www.binance.com/en/square/profile/kusumeshcool)

[8] [Bitcoinsensus - X](https://x.com/Bitcoinsensus)