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.

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

The Daily: Bitwise debuts spot XRP ETF, RippleX engineer explores potential for native XRP staking, and more

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) is clinging to the key $2 level, but the spotlight has quickly shifted to a far more uncomfortable question: is XRP massively overvalued? What Happened: Content creator DBCrypto ignited debate after highlighting a glaring disconnect between XRP's towering $127+ billion valuation and the network's shockingly low economic activity.

XRP Is Valued At $130 Billion, But Makes Only $5,000 A Day In Revenue: What Gives?

Bitcoin

Ethereum

Bitcoin is being battered again Thursday, falling below the $87,000 mark for the first time in seven months as liquidations top $900 million.

Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP Dive as Rate Cut Hopes Fade, Liquidations Near $1 Billion

• XRP traded within a volatile $2.03–$2.15 range as broader crypto markets weakened under macro pressure• The token's sharp bounce from $2.03 occurred amid a 28% volume surge, signaling active dip-buying before momentum faded• Multiple failed attempts to reclaim the $2.14–$2.15 zone capped upside throughout the session• Market sentiment remains fragile as Bitcoin's death-cross and heavy ETF outflows weigh on altcoins• Institutional activity slowed sharply in final trading hour as XRP cracked the widely-watched $2.10 support level

What Next For XRP as Bitcoin Loses $90,000 Level Again

XRP's leap into mainstream investing accelerates today as Bitwise's new XRP ETF spotlights rising payment-layer demand, expanding tokenization activity and growing investor appetite for blockchain utility.

Bitwise XRP ETF Lands on NYSE Today as Mainstream Interest Accelerates

Dogecoin

Bitcoin climbed back to the $91,000 level on Thursday morning, with $605.9 million in liquidations impacting 170,298 traders over the past 24 hours. Spot ETF flows were mixed on Wednesday, with $75.5 million net inflows into BTC ETFs, while Ethereum products saw $37.4 million in net outflows.

Bitcoin Back To $91,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Try To Hold Key Levels

The cryptocurrency market has experienced significant volatility this week, driven by macroeconomic pressures and concerns about the bursting of the AI bubble. Despite this, the market intelligence platform Santiment argued that the onchain market value to realized value ratio indicates a prime buying opportunity.

Santiment Flags BTC and XRP in ‘Good Buy Zone' Despite Sell‑Off

RippleX developer J. Ayo Akinyele and outgoing Ripple CTO David Schwartz outlined how native staking could work on XRPL.

RippleX engineer explores potential for native XRP staking as David Schwartz weighs in on future XRPL design

XRP breaks critical technical level amid heavy selling pressure, finding temporary support at $2.05 before stabilizing above $2.11 in volatile session.

XRP Slumps as $2.15 Level Collapses, Bearish Structure Deepens

Ripple is exploring whether native staking could enhance the XRP Ledger's security and utility without compromising its core consensus model.

Ripple Weighs Staking Overhaul to Expand XRP's Role in DeFi

Solana

The SEC accelerated crypto's ascent by approving a high-cap Bitwise 10 ETF that strengthens institutional access through transparent benchmarks, firm safeguards and concentrated exposure led by bitcoin, ethereum, XRP and solana, energizing momentum across assets. SEC Sets Aside July Action and Approves Bitwise 10 ETF With High-Cap Drive Crypto-market momentum accelerated as U.S.

SEC Drives Bitwise Crypto ETF Forward With XRP and Solana Standing Firm

The rush of new altcoin ETFs in the U.S. came after the SEC clarified procedures for firms seeking to roll out crypto ETFs.

Bitwise spot XRP ETF launches Thursday amid altcoin fund rush

Exploding institutional appetite for regulated altcoin derivatives is driving a powerful new wave of product growth, with fresh XRP and SOL futures poised to accelerate liquidity, sharpen price discovery, and redefine the next phase of digital-asset market evolution.

CME Announces Spot-Quoted XRP and SOL Futures as Institutional Demand Escalates

New ETFs separately tracking XRP and Dogecoin could debut in the next three trading days, according to analysts.

New XRP and Dogecoin ETFs Expected to Begin Trading in the Coming Days

Barstool founder Dave Portnoy announced on November 18 that he took advantage of the recent market downturn to purchase $1 million in XRP, $750,000 in bitcoin and $400,000 in ethereum. Timing the Market Turbulence Barstool founder Dave Portnoy revealed on Nov.

‘Blood in the Streets': Dave Portnoy Returns to XRP With $1 Million Purchase

Bitcoin has plummeted below $90,000 as heavy uncertainty continues to dominate sentiment. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $89,033.04 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,882.79 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $131.32 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.03 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1475 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.058257 Notable Statistics: Coinglass data shows 163,838 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $538.08 million.

Bitcoin Loses $90,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Crash 9% On Bear Market Fears

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) and XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) are accelerating their decline, but one analyst says panic selling here would be "the worst call of the cycle." Analyst Flags Oversold Signals Across Key Timeframes Bitcoin's decline has pushed the daily RSI into oversold conditions, with the analyst noting that similar readings marked primary lows at $83,000 and again during the July and October resets.

BTC Below $90,000 As ETH, XRP Crater 8%: Is It Time To Panic Sell?

Analysts see a potential short-term rebound, as retail panic selling of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP signals a historical buying opportunity.

Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP Set for Rebound? Here's What Analysts Think

Bitcoin held near $91,000 on Wednesday morning, with $279.3 million in liquidations hitting over 109,000 traders. Spot ETF flows have remained negative, with $372.8 million in Bitcoin outflows and $74.2 million leaving Ethereum products on Tuesday.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Stall, But XRP Slips 2% As Markets Cool On Wednesday

Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, revealed on Tuesday a $2 million investment in cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), capitalizing on the ongoing market downturn. Portnoy Buys The Dip In a video posted on X, Portnoy said he bought nearly $1 million in XRP (CRYPTO: XRP), $750,000 in Bitcoin, and $400,000 in Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), totaling more than $2 million, on Monday.

Dave Portnoy Says He's Like A 'Great White Shark' When There's Blood In The Streets, Reveals $2 Million Worth Of Crypto Purchases

XRP draws fresh momentum as XRPM debuts with 3% monthly focus and 36% income potential, showcasing expanding demand for derivatives-driven exposure that blends steady premium generation with amplified upside in a regulated structure fueling growth.

Cboe Sparks XRP Momentum as XRPM 3% Monthly Premium Income Starts Trading

Leading cryptocurrencies recouped some losses on Tuesday, following steep declines the previous day. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 8:20 p.m.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Rebound After Crypto Wipout Erases 2025 BTC Gains: Analyst Says Bears In 'Full Control'

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) climbed back to $93,000 on Tuesday as El Salvador announced its largest single-day BTC purchase.

Bitcoin Rebounds To $93,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Rise 3%

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) is down 8% over the past seven days, but conviction among prominent traders remains intact. What Happened: In a series of posts, trader DonAlt said he is slowly rebuilding his XRP position, citing the asset's strong relative performance.

XRP Traders Undeterred: A 'Full Send' Could Come, Under One Condition

The price of XRP has remained above the $2.00 support level for the past month as buyers defend this level.

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