XRP News

XRP is a digital asset created by Ripple Labs in 2012, designed to facilitate fast, low-cost cross-border payments and serve as a bridge currency between traditional fiat currencies. Unlike Bitcoin's proof-of-work consensus, XRP operates on the XRP Ledger, a decentralized blockchain that uses a unique consensus protocol to validate transactions in seconds rather than minutes.

The XRP ecosystem centers around financial institutions, payment providers, and banks seeking to modernize their cross-border payment infrastructure. Ripple's On-Demand Liquidity service leverages XRP to eliminate the need for pre-funded nostro accounts, while independent developers continue building applications on the XRP Ledger's native decentralized exchange and smart contract capabilities.

At CoinDesk, we provide comprehensive coverage of XRP news, from regulatory developments and institutional adoption to technological upgrades and market analysis. Our reporters track the ongoing legal proceedings between Ripple and the SEC, partnerships with global financial institutions, and the broader implications for cryptocurrency regulation.

DISCLOSURE: This text was written with the assistance of AI, then reviewed by a person.

Markets

XRP Is Now Live and Trading on Coinbase's Consumer App

Coinbase has added XRP to its consumer apps and website, allowing customers in most jurisdictions to trade the No. 3 cryptocurrency.

By Nikhilesh DeFeb 28, 2019

Coinbase's Brian Armstrong talking with some hackathon attendees.

Markets

Coinbase Exchange Users Can Buy and Sell XRP Starting Today

Coinbase users can buy and sell XRP on its professional exchange platform starting Tuesday.

By Nikhilesh DeFeb 25, 2019

Markets

Latest XRP Ledger Release Boosts Censorship Resistance and More

Blockchain payments firm Ripple has announced the latest release of XRP Ledger, including code that toughens its resistance to alteration.

By Daniel PalmerFeb 14, 2019

Markets

Ripple, Barclays Accelerator Back $1.7 Million Round for Remittance Firm

Barclays' accelerator program, Ripple and others have backed a $1.7 million round for a new remittance startup that will use XRP.

By Yogita KhatriFeb 12, 2019

Finance

Ripple Offered Multimillion-Dollar XRP Bonuses to Lure Top Tech Talent

Ripple may be offering XRP bonuses worth up to $6 million in a bid to attract engineering talent.

By Leigh CuenFeb 11, 2019

Markets

XRP Market Cap May Be Overstated by Billions, Messari Report Estimates

A new report from Messari estimates that the true market capitalization and circulating supply of XRP is markedly less than what most data sources currently present.

By Stan Higgins, Zack SewardJan 24, 2019