Ripple's CEO pushes for urgent U.S. action as stablecoins skyrocket globally, warning that without clear rules, America risks falling behind in the digital currency race. Ripple CEO Urges Congress to Act Fast as Stablecoins Erupt Worldwide Ripple chief executive Brad Garlinghouse raised alarms on social media platform X Thursday, following the U.S.

Ripple CEO Sees Stablecoins Exploding Globally, Calls for Rapid US Regulation

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Cryptocurrency markets are heading into the weekend with bullish momentum, supported by rising institutional inflows, favorable regulatory signals and surging ETF demand. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $103,210.29 +1.9% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,342.42 +13.3% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $171.91 +7.4% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.35 +4.9% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.2044 +7.4% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001503 +7.4% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 3.8% and daily active addresses growing by 1.2%.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Enter Weekend Strong: 'Long Dips, $140,000 Is Programmed,' Trader Says

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The Daily: Ethereum jumps over 20% following Pectra upgrade, Wellgistics unveils $50 million XRP integration and treasury reserve plan, and more

Wellgistics Health, a publicly traded healthcare infrastructure firm, plans to accept payments in XRP and will add the token developed by Ripple Labs to its corporate treasury

Publicly Traded Healthcare Firm Embraces XRP With Crypto Reserve

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) is surging as fresh whale accumulation and positive sentiment around the SEC settlement spark renewed interest in the token. Cryptocurrency Price Market Cap 24-Hour Trend 7-Day Trend XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.35 $137.9 billion +5.1% +6.3% Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $103,147.73 $2.04 trillion +1.8% +5.9% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,336.94 $281.9 billion +14% +26.2% Trader Notes: CrediBULL Crypto has gone long on XRP, citing a tight stop loss for a high risk/reward setup.

XRP Spikes 5% As Whales Scoop Up 880M Tokens In A Month: What Is Going On?

Wellgistics Health has secured a $50 million credit facility to implement XRP-based treasury and payment systems, aiming to revolutionize transaction efficiency within its healthcare network. $50 Million Credit Line Fuels Wellgistics' Blockchain Payment Initiative Wellgistics Health Inc.

Wellgistics Integrates XRP for Healthcare Payments via $50 Million Credit Facility

XRP is trading 8.17% higher on Friday at $2.39, extending its weekly gain to 8% and monthly climb to 30.5%. The rally follows Thursday's news of a formal settlement agreement between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a development that could bring final closure to a multiyear legal battle that has loomed over the cryptocurrency.

XRP Price Breaks Higher as Ripple Settlement Lifts Legal Woes

Crypto markets are extending their rally for a second straight day, fueled by renewed optimism around global trade deals and bullish macro sentiment. As price momentum accelerates, seasoned analysts warn against FOMO, advocating instead for disciplined, intentional strategies.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Continue Surging As Altcoin Market Buzzes

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DOGE, XRP, ETH, SOL Follow Bitcoin Through the Cloud as Altcoin Momentum Builds

The SEC filed the agreement with Ripple, CEO Brad Garlinghouse, and Executive Chairman Chris Larsen with the district court on Thursday.

‘A tremendous disservice': SEC Commissioner Crenshaw blasts agency's settlement with Ripple in public dissent

Wellgistics Health, Inc is tapping XRP as a treasury asset and payment rail to sidestep lethargic banking transfers and high fees.

Florida-based Wellgistics to adopt XRP for payments and treasury reserve with $50 million credit facility

A Florida-based pharmaceutical distributor is backing XRP as a treasury and payments asset, putting the token at the center of a $50 million financing deal.

Florida Pharma Firm Will Use XRP for Real-Time Payments in $50M Financing Deal

Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw criticized the agency's settlement with Ripple, calling it a blow to investor protections and rule of law.

SEC Commissioner Crenshaw Slams Ripple Deal, Agency Direction Under Trump

The SEC has finally filed its long-awaited settlement agreement with Ripple, signaling a pivotal moment that could unleash XRP's momentum and reshape crypto regulation forever. SEC and Ripple File Final Settlement in XRP Case—Now All Eyes on Judge Torres The U.S.

SEC Officially Files Settlement Agreement With Ripple Over XRP—Lawyer Outlines Next Court Moves

The SEC and Ripple agreed that the fintech company will pay just $50 million to settle a long-running lawsuit over XRP sales.

SEC Files for $50 Million Settlement With Ripple Over XRP Lawsuit

Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have officially reached a deal that, if approved by a judge, will bring their years-long legal battle to a close.

SEC, Ripple Ink $50M Settlement Agreement, Ask NY Judge for Green Light

The cryptocurrency market is pushing higher, buoyed by a newly agreed-upon trade deal between the United States and the United Kingdom. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $101,123.47 +4.8% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,064.54 +14.5% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $160.14 +9.3% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.24 +5.9% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1902 +11.6% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001396 +10% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 2.3% and daily active addresses growing by 8.7%.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Explode For Double-Digit Percentage Gains After Trump Trade Deal News

The Daily: Bitcoin retakes $100K, Coinbase drops $2.9B on Deribit, Trump fumes over XRP crypto reserve post, and more

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) on Thursday evening crossed the $100,000 milestone for the first time in three months, fueling debate over whether this marks the beginning of a sustainable bull run or a momentary technical breakout. Experts are now focused less on the price level itself and more on what the breakout signals for Bitcoin's evolving role in global finance.

Bitcoin Breaks $100,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Roar 10% Higher: What Do Experts Predict Next?

According to Politico, Trump was not only "furious and felt like he'd been used," the lobbyist has also became a pariah in the West Wing.

Trump ‘furious' after lobbyist behind XRP-tied crypto post revealed to have worked for Ripple: Politico

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is pushing toward the $100,000 mark once again, with analysts forecasting a potential breakout to $112,000 and beyond, while warning that altcoins remain structurally weak amid rising dominance and macro shifts favoring BTC. What Happened: At the time of writing, Bitcoin trades at $99,350, up 2.5% in the last 24 hours after hitting a session high of $99,868.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Surge As Experts Predict BTC To $112,000 Soon

Major cryptocurrencies rallied across the board following President Trump's announcement of a trade deal with the United Kingdom. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $99,520.02 +2.6% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $1,949.30 +6.3% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $153.93 +4.3% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.20 +3.1% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1833 +5.8% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001342 +4.8% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows Bitcoin large transaction volume and daily active addresses increased by 2.3% and 8.7% respectively in a single day.

Bitcoin Close To $100,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Pump As Trump Touts Trade Deal With The UK

Hidden Road, a prime broker that focuses on crypto and traditional assets, which recently agreed to be acquired by Ripple, is opening an office in Abu Dhabi, according to two people with knowledge of the matter.

Ripple M&A Target Hidden Road to Open New Office in Abu Dhabi With a Potential Royal Family Addition

Major cryptocurrencies are trading slightly higher following the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged and China's liquidity boost to stimulate its economy. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $96,034.89 +1% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $1,792.80 +0.2% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $145.55 +0.4% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.10 -1.6% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1700 +0.6% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001262 +0.3% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume decreasing by 9.4% and daily active addresses growing by 3.2%.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Continue Trading Sideways As Fed Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged

"We would like to request that the SEC file an amicus in support of the argument that Ether is a security," the NY attorney general's office wrote.

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