XRP News Today: XRP Slides 8% in Four Days Amid Regulatory Clarity and Market Volatility

Ripple’s XRP is under pressure amid broader cryptocurrency market volatility, with traders closely watching critical support levels. The token, which recently traded near $3.11, is facing potential downside risks if key support bands at $3.08–$3.10 are breached [2]. Analysts note that such a move could trigger a sharper decline, especially as derivatives open interest has fallen below $8 billion following a peak of nearly $9 billion earlier in the week [2]. This indicates a pullback in speculative activity, increasing the asset’s exposure to sudden price swings.

Institutional activity has surged, with volume rising by 208% to $12.4 billion, yet large-scale re-entry remains limited, failing to provide the needed stability [4]. This is compounded by a 7% intraday price drop and over $1 billion in liquidations, reflecting broader risk-off sentiment across the crypto market [1]. XRP’s recent 8% decline over four days has brought the token to a consolidation phase between $3.05 and $3.15, with the next potential support zone at $2.95–$3.00 if the current level fails [5]. On the upside, a breakout above $3.42 could lead to a push toward $3.60–$4.00, but such a move appears contingent on a significant shift in institutional or macroeconomic conditions [5].

The regulatory landscape has shifted after the SEC’s lawsuit against Ripple was resolved on August 7, with appeals withdrawn by August 14, 2025 [5]. While this removed a major overhang, it has not curbed selling pressure, with concerns over wash trading and the broader regulatory environment persisting [4]. Meanwhile, a major XRP whale has accumulated 120 million tokens, suggesting some long-term confidence despite the near-term turbulence [3].

Looking ahead, some analysts predict a price of $0.001488 for XRP by 2026, assuming a 5% annual growth rate [6]. However, this forecast does not account for current liquidity challenges or volatility. Additionally, a group of ten major digital asset managers has submitted XRP ETF applications, with decisions expected in October 2025 [8]. If approved, these could provide a catalyst for recovery, though uncertainty remains regarding the SEC’s stance on such products.

Investors are advised to closely monitor key technical levels and macroeconomic indicators, including Federal Reserve policy, as XRP’s performance is likely to remain tied to broader market sentiment [1]. Given the current conditions, caution is warranted as the asset navigates a fragile consolidation phase.

Source: [1] AInvest – [https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-news-today-crypto-market-faces-downturn-risks-technical-macro-concerns-2508/](https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-news-today-crypto-market-faces-downturn-risks-technical-macro-concerns-2508/)

[2] FXStreet – [https://www.fxstreet.com/cryptocurrencies/news/ripple-price-forecast-xrp-consolidates-amid-neutral-retail-activity-declining-open-interest-202508151545](https://www.fxstreet.com/cryptocurrencies/news/ripple-price-forecast-xrp-consolidates-amid-neutral-retail-activity-declining-open-interest-202508151545)

[3] XT.com – [https://www.xt.com/en/blog/post/ripples-xrp-whale-accumulates-120-million-xrp-as-price-approaches-10-47-target](https://www.xt.com/en/blog/post/ripples-xrp-whale-accumulates-120-million-xrp-as-price-approaches-10-47-target)

[4] AInvest – [https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-volatility-institutional-entry-1b-liquidations-strategic-accumulation-play-2508/](https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-volatility-institutional-entry-1b-liquidations-strategic-accumulation-play-2508/)

[5] MSN – [https://www.msn.com/en-in/money/markets/xrp-price-prediction-slipping-nearly-8-in-four-days-is-this-sharp-dip-the-calm-before-a-12-60-storm-after-the-sec-win/ar-AA1KnPLd?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds](https://www.msn.com/en-in/money/markets/xrp-price-prediction-slipping-nearly-8-in-four-days-is-this-sharp-dip-the-calm-before-a-12-60-storm-after-the-sec-win/ar-AA1KnPLd?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds)

[6] Bitget – [https://www.bitget.com/price/xrp589/price-prediction](https://www.bitget.com/price/xrp589/price-prediction)

[8] Facebook – [https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=746881618225049&set=a.130****63246274&type=3](https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=746881618225049&set=a.130****63246274&type=3)