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.

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Bitcoin is back above $104,000 after sliding below $100,000 for the first time since July. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $104,348.91 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,469.09 Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $163.36 XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.29 Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1682 Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.059218 Notable Statistics: Coinglass data shows 347,699 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $1.34 billion.

Bitcoin Rebounds To $104,000, Lifting Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin But It's 'Too Early To Celebrate'

Ripple is partnering with Mastercard, Webbank, and Gemini to test stablecoin settlement using its U.S. dollar–backed RLUSD on the XRP Ledger, marking a step toward merging blockchain efficiency with traditional finance (TradFi).

Mastercard to Leverage Ripple's RLUSD for Next-Gen Fiat Payment Settlement

Crypto platforms are hoping to generate more transaction revenue and add new clients by offering debit and credit cards.

Mastercard, Ripple and Gemini explore settling card transactions using XRPL

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

The Daily: Monad sets mainnet and airdrop for Nov. 24, Ripple raises $500M, Bitcoin's ‘IPO moment,' and more

Ripple, the blockchain firm behind XRP (CRYPTO: XRP), announced a $500 million strategic investment, strengthening its already record year of growth. What Happened: Ripple announced the investment at a $40 billion valuation, backed by top institutional investors including Fortress Investment Group, Citadel Securities, Pantera Capital, Galaxy Digital, Brevan Howard, and Marshall Wace.

Ripple Secures $500 Million Strategic Investment, Cements XRP's 'Incredible' 2025 Growth Story

Ripple and partners aim to kickstart RLUSD onboarding and integration planning in the coming months pending regulatory approval.

Ripple Teams With Mastercard, Gemini to Use RLUSD to Settle Credit Card Transactions

Ripple is teaming up with Mastercard (MA), WebBank and crypto exchange Gemini (GEMI) to test using its RLUSD stablecoin to settle fiat credit card transactions over a public blockchain.

Ripple's RLUSD to Power Mastercard Credit Card Settlements on XRP Ledger

Despite Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), and XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) breaking key psychological levels, on-chain data shows mixed trader behaviour, with small investors buying dips while whales continue selling. What Happened: According to Santiment data, Bitcoin fell below $100,000 for the first time since June as Ethereum dropped 17% in a week.

'Bear Market' Trends For Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP As Retail Continues To Buy The Dip

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has rebounded to $103,000, but a deeper correction could cause further downside for Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) and XRP (CRYPTO: XRP). Bitcoin Breakdown Threatens Market Liquidity Bitcoin closed below the major EMA's, confirming that short-term momentum has shifted fully to sellers.

What A $90,000 Bitcoin Dip Would Mean For Ethereum, XRP

Ripple has raised $500 million at a $40 billion valuation, as it expands across stablecoins, prime brokerage, and payments.

Ripple raises $500 million at $40 billion valuation in round led by Fortress, Citadel

Ripple announced that it has raised $500 million from affiliates of Wall Street giants like Citadel Securities and Fortress Investment Group.

Ripple Raises $500 Million at $40 Billion Valuation Following XRP's Historic Surge

Ripple announced a $500 million strategic investment at a $40 billion valuation, led by major institutional investors including Fortress Investment Group, Citadel Securities, and Pantera Capital.

Fortress, Citadel, and Galaxy Join $500 Million Ripple Funding Round

Ripple has raised $500 million in a strategic investment valuing it at $40 billion, the crypto firm said on Wednesday, in a funding round led by Fortress Investment Group and Citadel Securities.

Crypto firm Ripple raises $500 million in latest investment round

Ripple has raised $500 million in a new strategic investment round led by Fortress Investment Group and Citadel Securities, valuing the crypto firm at $40 billion. Other participants included Pantera Capital, Galaxy Digital, Brevan Howard and Marshall Wace.

Ripple Raises $500M at $40B Valuation in Fortress-Led Round

Bitcoin is trading below $102,000 on Wednesday, with the Fear and Greed Index dropping to extreme fear at 20. Over the past 24 hours, crypto markets saw over $1.7 billion in liquidations.

Bitcoin Below $102,000 As 'Extreme Fear' Sentiment Takes Down Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin

XRP's surge into mainstream finance is hitting a new high as a groundbreaking alliance merges blockchain power with climate intelligence, setting the stage for the world's first XRP-backed Weathercoin and reshaping global sustainability investment.

Vivopower Boosts XRP With Climate-Focused Alliance

XRP plunged sharply during Tuesday's session, breaking below key support levels on exceptional volume as bearish momentum strengthened and traders targeted the $2.00 psychological zone.

XRP Slides 6% as Bearish Bitcoin Sentiment Weighs Down Ripple-Linked Token

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Bitcoin slid to just above $100,000 late Monday before a slight rebound to $101,000, as a wave of forced liquidations and renewed macro jitters erased billions in speculative positions across crypto markets.

Bitcoin Bounces Near $100K, ETH, SOL, XRP Drop 6-10% as Bulls See $1.6B Liquidations

Ripple is unleashing a new wave of institutional crypto dominance with its acquisition of Palisade, turbocharging its custody, payment, and liquidity infrastructure to redefine how global enterprises manage digital assets, stablecoins, and real-world tokens.

Ripple Expands Institutional Crypto Power With Strategic Palisade Acquisition

Leading cryptocurrencies sank deeper into misery on Tuesday, while stocks also closed down. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 8:25 p.m.

Bitcoin Drowns Below $100,000; Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Also Fall: Analytics Firm Says Many Still 'Buying Dips With Confidence'

The milestone makes RLUSD the 10th largest U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin by market cap, according to data from CoinGecko. Issued by XRP creator Ripple, RLUSD is backed by dollar reserves and short-term U.S. Treasuries, and is designed to be integrated into Ripple's broader payments and liquidity infrastructure.

Ripple's Stablecoin Hits $1B Milestone; Company President Discusses M&A Strategy to Fuel Growth

NEW YORK — The XRP Ledger's ability to support both value transfer and real-world payments from a single platform could give it a structural advantage in the growing crypto ETF market, according to derivatives exchange Bitnomial founder and CEO Luke Hoersten.

XRP Ledger's Dual Utility Could Make It a Breakout ETF Play, Experts Argue

Bitcoin tapped the $100,000 level on Tuesday, triggering over $1 billion in liquidations amid continued ETF outflows. Major altcoins including Ethereum, XRP, and Dogecoin have plunged around 10%, while the Crypto Fear and Greed Index has dropped to 27, signaling growing market fear.

Bitcoin Plunges To $100,000 As $1 Billion In Liquidations Hit XRP, ETH, Dogecoin

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) has plunged 8% to $2.16 on Tuesday as technical indicators show the downtrend may continue further. Price Walks The Edge Of Breakdown XRP Price Action (Source: TradingView) XRP remains pinned beneath the descending trendline that has capped every rebound since September.

XRP Gets Hammered For 8% Loss As Breakdown Below $2 Looms

XRP extended its decline Tuesday, dropping 6% to $2.25 as whale selling and a clean trendline break accelerated downside momentum. The move—paired with a 15% open-interest drop—keeps pressure on bulls ahead of a looming death-cross setup and a key $2.20 support retest.

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