XRP News Today: Ripple XRP Highlighted in U.S. Crypto Policy Report 2025

Ripple (XRP) has been included in a recently released U.S. government report titled Strengthening American Leadership in Digital Financial Technology, drawing attention from the cryptocurrency sector. The report, published by the Digital Assets Working Group, outlines the development of the crypto industry from 2008 to the present, with projections extending beyond 2025. Ripple appears in a timeline that highlights key milestones in the industry’s evolution, particularly under the “First Trading” segment covering 2011 to 2013 [1].

The mention of Ripple in the report was brought to light by crypto researcher SMQKE, who shared a screenshot of the document on X, sparking discussions about the company’s role in the early years of the crypto market. Alongside platforms like Coinbase, Kraken, and Bitstamp, Ripple is positioned as a foundational player in the development of trading infrastructure and early altcoin ecosystems [2]. The report underscores the 2011–2013 period as a critical phase for the emergence of digital assets, miner activity, and the expansion of altcoins.

Ripple’s inclusion reflects its early contributions to the industry, including the public launch of XRP and the development of the XRP Ledger (XRPL), which introduced a consensus mechanism distinct from Bitcoin’s proof-of-work. This technological innovation enabled faster and cheaper transactions, making XRP an attractive alternative for many investors [3]. The report’s timeline validates long-standing claims from the XRP community that Ripple played a pivotal role in the cryptocurrency market’s formative years.

Looking ahead, the report’s “2025 & Beyond” section outlines expected developments such as increased regulatory clarity, institutional adoption, and the rise of tokenization and stablecoins. Ripple’s involvement in the stablecoin space through RLUSD and the July 2023 court ruling—which classified XRP as non-secular—position it as a potentially significant player in the evolving digital financial ecosystem [4].

The report also emphasizes the need for legislative action to address gaps in crypto regulation, including the proposed CLARITY Act. This would streamline oversight for non-security crypto assets and enable easier registration and trading of digital assets at the federal level [5]. Although the document omits a previously anticipated Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, a White House official stated that related initiatives, such as a Crypto Stockpile, remain under development [6].

Despite the report’s significance, XRP’s price remained relatively stable in the days following its release, trading above $2.95 amid broader market consolidation. Analysts suggest that the document could serve as a foundation for future regulatory and policy developments, potentially influencing Ripple’s legal landscape and market positioning [7].

Ripple’s inclusion in the White House report highlights its growing influence in the crypto sector and its role in shaping the regulatory conversation. As the industry continues to evolve, the document reflects a more structured and forward-looking approach from the U.S. government toward digital assets [8].

Source:

[1] https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-news-today-ripple-highlighted-white-house-crypto-policy-report-2507/

[2] https://timestabloid.com/ripple-mentioned-in-the-white-house-crypto-report/

[3] https://news.bitcoin.com/ripple-cheers-white-house-plan-to-redefine-us-crypto-regulation/

[4] https://coingape.com/white-house-releases-crypto-policy-report-omits-strategic-bitcoin-reserve/

[6] https://www.fxstreet.com/cryptocurrencies/news/ripple-price-forecast-xrp-defends-300-support-ahead-of-us-government-cryptocurrency-policy-report-202507301715

[7] https://coinpedia.org/news/bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-prices-flat-as-white-house-crypto-report-fails-to-spark-rally/