XRP is the native token of the XRP Ledger, and the cryptocurrency used by the Ripple payment network. 

It's built for enterprise use on a global scale and helps power cost-efficient cross-border payments.

XRP is buzzing at $2.62, boasting a market cap of $147 billion, a trading volume of $18.35 billion, and an intraday price range from $2.37 to $2.71. XRP The 1-hour chart shows a thrilling spike to $2.72, followed by a dip with lots of trading action. Support is clinging around $2.55 to $2.

XRP Market Update: Price Holds at $2.60 as Bulls Eye Breakout to $3

Bitcoin

Bitcoin just broke its own price record for the third straight day, while XRP jumped Tuesday alongside Ripple's stablecoin launch.

Bitcoin Marks New All-Time High Price Above $108K as XRP Jumps

Stellar (XLM) joined Ripple (XRP) as a top performer, rising 6.7%.

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: XRP Gains 7.9%, Leading Index Higher From Monday

Because RLUSD transactions will burn XRP, the "two assets are intertwined and investors have picked up on this connection," an analyst said.

XRP Jumps 13% Ahead of Ripple Stablecoin Launch

Ripple has announced the launch of RLUSD, its U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin, set to debut on Dec. 17.

Ripple Launches RLUSD Stablecoin Backed By U.S. Dollar Reserves After Securing NYDFS Approval

Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin debuts on Uphold, offering rewards and exclusive benefits, solidifying its role in digital payments and boosting value for XRP investors. Ripple's RLUSD Launches on Uphold—Where XRP Community Gains More Uphold, a leading Web3 financial platform, has confirmed that Ripple's new USD-backed stablecoin, RLUSD, will be fully accessible on its platform starting Dec.

XRP Community Gains New Rewards With Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoin Launch

While RLUSD's price will always be redeemable for $1, some onchain “collectors” are likely bidding to be the first to hold the much-awaited Ripple stablecoin.

Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoin Attracts Frenzy Bids for 800 XRP Ahead of Release

Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin launch sparks a warning against “FOMO,” as early supply shortages could cause temporary price spikes before stabilizing near $1. RLUSD Launch Warning: Why Ripple CTO Urges Caution Amid Initial Supply Issues Ripple's chief technology officer, David Schwartz, has issued a measured warning about early price volatility for the company's U.S.

Ripple Exec Warns of RLUSD Supply Shortages, Advises Against FOMO Buying

A widely followed crypto strategist believes that massive rallies are on the table for payments-focused altcoin XRP. Pseudonymous analyst Credible tells his 448,500 followers on the social media platform X that XRP appears to be gearing up for wave three of its five-wave surge on the four-hour chart.

‘Insane' 719% Rally for XRP in the Cards Amid Clean Bullish Technical Setup, According to Veteran Trader

Ripple's groundbreaking RLUSD stablecoin launches on Tuesday, set to transform global payments with instant settlements, defi integration, and unrivaled regulatory compliance. Ripple Launches RLUSD Stablecoin: The Revolution in Global Payments Begins Ripple is gearing up for the global debut of Ripple USD (RLUSD), an enterprise-grade stablecoin launching on Dec. 17.

Ripple's Stablecoin Is Here: RLUSD Goes Live on These Exchanges

A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.

Morning Bid: Political jitters ripple ahead of cenbank fest

Ethereum

Crypto investment products saw $3.2 billion in inflows last week as ETF hopes drove investors towards XRP, according to CoinShares.

XRP Demand Grows as Bitcoin, Ethereum Drive Billions to Crypto ETFs

Dogecoin

Bitcoin hit a new all-time high of $107,822 according to Coingecko data on Monday, as bullish hopes are fueled by President-elect Donald Trump reportedly contemplating an executive order to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $106,240.24 +3% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $4,052.99 +4% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $217.53 -1.5% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.48 +2.8% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.4049 +0.8% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00002744 -0.7% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 2.9% and daily active addresses falling by 0.4%.

Bitcoin Hits New All-Time Above $107,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Follow Higher As Traders Target $115,000 And More

The following article is adapted from The Block's newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.

The Daily: Bitcoin hits new all-time high, Ripple's RLUSD set to launch, MicroStrategy's latest BTC acquisitions and more

Ripple is set to launch its USD-backed stablecoin, Ripple USD (CRYPTO: RLUSD), on Tuesday. Following the announcement, Ripple's native coin XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) is up 4% on the day, having surged 130% over the past month.

XRP Price Up 4% As Ripple Announced RLUSD Launch For Tuesday

The dollar-pegged Ripple USD (RLUSD) will begin trading Tuesday across Ethereum and XRP Ledger, Ripple said Monday.

Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoin Launching Tuesday Following Massive XRP Surge

Investors will be able to trade Ripple's new stablecoin beginning Tuesday, the company has said, after the New York State Department of Financial Services gave its approval earlier this month.

Ripple's new stablecoin for payments will be available to trade on Tuesday

An independent auditing firm will be tasked with creating monthly attestations of RLUSD's reserve assets, said Ripple.

Ripple to launch RLUSD Tuesday, monthly attestations to follow

The stablecoin will become broadly available to crypto users on the XRP Ledger and Ethereum networks beginning on Tuesday.

Ripple to Roll Out RLUSD Stablecoin on Dec. 17, Adds Former Central Bankers to Advisory Board

Ripple Labs CTO David Schwartz has issued a warning to investors about potential price volatility as Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin goes live. What Happened: "As RLUSD goes live, there may be supply shortages in the very early days before the market stabilizes," Schwartz said on Sunday on X.

RLUSD Launch Is 'Not An Opportunity To Get Rich,' Ripple Executive Cautions

Ripple's XRP is at the center of growing attention due to major ecosystem developments and price movements.

XRP Demand To Surge in 2025 as RLUSD Stablecoin Launches With Backing and Key Ecosystem Developments

Schwartz highlighted pre-market bids for RLUSD reaching $1,244, driven by buyers eager to claim the “honor” of being the first to buy it.

Ripple CTO Warns of 'FOMO' as RLUSD Stablecoin Prepares for Market Debut

The price of Bitcoin came within a few hundred dollars of the record Sunday while other assets like Dogecoin and XRP are quietly climbing.

Bitcoin Price Nears All-Time High Above $103K as Dogecoin and XRP Rise

On Dec. 15, 2024, XRP is caught in a dance of indecision, hovering around the $2.40 mark as buyers and sellers tussle for dominance. XRP XRP's daily chart shows a thrilling ascent from $0.57 to $2.90, followed by a cool-down and settling near $2.40. This spot has become a crucial support after a refreshing correction.

XRP Market Update: Bulls Eye $2.70 as Price Consolidates at Key Levels

Elon Musk's SEC battle has drawn criticism from Ripple's legal chief, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Chamath Palihapitiya, who accuse the regulator of corruption, coercion, and partisan overreach. SEC Faces Backlash Over Elon Musk Case: Ripple's Legal Chief Weighs in Elon Musk's ongoing battles with the U.S.

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