XRP News Today: XRP Gains Regulatory Clarity as CFTC Lists Derivative Contracts Following Court Ruling

XRP has achieved a key regulatory milestone as it was officially included in the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) Event Contracts filing under Rule 13.43, which outlines specifications for cryptocurrency event contracts [1]. The filing identifies XRP as a commodity, positioning it alongside major cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum in derivative trading frameworks [3]. This development marks a shift in the asset's legal standing, following a federal court ruling that rejected prior Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) claims that XRP qualified as a security [1].

The CFTC filing details the structure of XRP event contracts, including 2-hour and 20-minute intraday trading intervals, with specified strike price intervals and expiration times [1]. These contracts reference spot XRP prices provided by Lukka, Inc., using a U.S. dollar midpoint for pricing [1]. While the CFTC has not formally declared XRP a commodity in all contexts, the filing’s inclusion of the asset in its regulatory framework signals growing acceptance within financial markets [3].

This classification carries significant implications for market participants. It allows for the creation of regulated derivatives, such as futures and options on XRP, potentially expanding institutional and retail investor access [1]. The move also aligns with evolving regulatory perspectives, including recent comments from SEC Chair Gary Gensler indicating that most crypto assets do not meet the definition of securities [1].

Following the court’s decision on August 1, 2025, which cleared XRP of securities law violations, the asset experienced a notable price surge, rising 10.5% to $3.32 within 24 hours [1]. Futures trading volume for XRP increased by 200% to $12.4 billion in the same period, surpassing other major altcoins like Solana [1]. Analysts attribute this momentum to increased regulatory clarity and market confidence in XRP’s legal status [3].

From a technical standpoint, XRP’s recent breakout from a bull flag pattern has led analysts to project a potential rise to $4.50 by year-end, supported by expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut in September [1]. Meanwhile, over 1.7 billion XRP tokens have been purchased in a key support range between $2.80 and $2.82, offering downside protection, though leveraged positions remain a risk factor [1].

The broader crypto market has also responded positively, with Bitcoin and Ethereum showing upward movement, suggesting that XRP’s legal clarity has enhanced the overall market environment [1]. Analysts such as Milkybull Crypto and Dom have expressed long-term optimism, forecasting price targets ranging from $5–$8 by 2025 and $10, respectively [1].

While volatility remains a concern, the CFTC filing and legal developments have largely removed regulatory uncertainty, creating conditions for greater institutional adoption and participation [1]. With a clear path for derivatives trading and regulatory recognition, XRP is now better positioned to attract a broader range of investors, reinforcing its role as a leading digital asset in the evolving crypto market [3].

Source:

[1] advfn.com

[2] TradingView

[3] CoinCentral