XRP News Today: XRP's Legal Clarity and Whale Moves Signal a Strategic Rebound

XRP has experienced a prolonged downtrend, slipping nearly 20% over the past 45 days and consolidating within a descending triangle pattern near the $2.70 support level [1]. On-chain and futures data suggest a potential reversal, with the token’s leverage ratio on Binance returning to its yearly average, reducing the risk of cascading liquidations [1]. Aggregated spot cumulative volume delta (CVD) shows an uptick in buyer dominance, signaling early accumulation by holders [1]. Simultaneously, aggregated futures CVD has declined, and funding rates have normalized, indicating that crowded positions have been cleared [1].

Technical analysis also points to a possible bottoming process. A fair value gap between $2.35 and $2.65, reinforced by Fibonacci retracement levels and fractal patterns, suggests that XRP could stabilize in this range [1]. If the price holds above $2.70, analysts like Javon Marks project a potential 66% upside in the near term [1]. Meanwhile, Ripple’s strategic partnerships and recent regulatory clarity in the U.S. have added to the bullish narrative. A joint statement from the SEC and CFTC has allowed exchanges registered under both agencies to list and trade spot crypto commodities without new prohibitions, potentially expanding XRP’s liquidity and institutional adoption [2].

Institutional and whale activity also supports a positive outlook. Despite a $1.9 billion liquidation in July, whales have accumulated 340 million XRP tokens in recent weeks, indicating strategic interest in the $2.70–$2.80 band [2]. This accumulation aligns with technical indicators showing a double bottom formation at $2.70 and a potential breakout above $2.90–$3.00 [2]. Analysts from DeepSeek AI project a $3.50 to $5.00 range for XRP by year-end [2], while longer-term forecasts extend to $8 to $15 by 2030 [2].

Meanwhile, the XRP community has turned its attention to a new token, Zexpire (ZX), which recently opened its presale at $0.003 per token [3]. The presale spans 200 rounds with incremental price increases, offering early investors favorable entry points [3]. Zexpire is introducing a decentralized finance platform for zero-day-to-expiry (0DTE) prediction markets, where positions expire the same day they are opened [3]. The project differentiates itself by eliminating leverage, margin, and complex jargon, offering a volatility-prediction tool for fixed-risk participation. The native ZX token will serve as a utility asset, enabling fee discounts, staking rewards, and governance rights [3].

Institutional and regulatory developments also continue to shape XRP’s trajectory. Ripple’s legal battle with the SEC concluded with a mixed outcome, as Judge Analisa Torres ruled that XRP itself is not a security, although some institutional sales were classified as such [4]. Ripple’s legal team and supporters, including the “XRP Army,” were acknowledged for their contributions to the case, with Judge Torres citing XRP holder affidavits and amicus briefs in her decision [4]. This legal clarity has reinforced the token’s legitimacy and market access, contributing to its current price stability near $2.85 [4].

Looking ahead, the XRP price could face a critical decision point depending on whether it breaks above $3.00 or remains constrained by its current support zone. If the broader crypto market continues its recovery, XRP could test its all-time high of $3.84 before year-end [2]. Meanwhile, Zexpire’s presale and platform development are attracting attention as investors seek emerging opportunities in the 0DTE and prediction markets space. With its deflationary tokenomics and multi-chain support, ZX is positioning itself as a viable contender in the evolving DeFi landscape [3].

Source: [1] XRP Downtrend Extends But Data Predicts 85% Bounce (https://cointelegraph.com/news/xrp-downtrend-extends-but-data-predicts-85percent-bounce) [2] Ripple XRP Price Forecast: XRP-USD Stabilizes at $2.80 (https://www.tradingnews.com/news/ripple-xrp-price-forecast-xrp-usd-stabilizes-at-2-80-usd) [3] Zexpire Opens Presale for ZX Token (https://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/news/binary-news-network/zexpire-opens-presale-zx-token-1760465357.html) [4] XRP Army Credited with Helping Ripple Tilt Case Against SEC (https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/09/04/xrp-army-credited-with-helping-ripple-tilt-case-against-sec)