XRP
Why XRP is up 2.2% today
Analysis
XRP rose 2.2% over the past 24 hours as traders reacted to news that the XRP Ledger added new compliance and control features aimed at banks, stablecoins, and tokenized funds, which can improve institutional readiness and sentiment around the network. CoinDesk reported the upgrade as adding new controls for regulated use cases, while U.Today framed the same changes as making the ledger more attractive for large holders (“whales”) by enhancing how assets can be managed and secured on-chain.
Contributing Factors (3)
XRP Ledger adds new controls for banks, stablecoins and tokenized funds
The feature lets businesses give separate accounts limited powers such as approving customers or making payments, while keeping the keys that control their main holdings offline.
XRP Ledger Turns Into 'Whales Safehouse' With New Upgrade: What It Changes for XRP Holders
New XRPL upgrade changes wallet rules for big accounts to let them hide master keys offline.
Ripple Ends 'XRP Killer' Myth via Canton Network Support
Ripple ends the "XRP Killer" narrative by integrating Canton Network to secure Wall Street's RWA pipeline.
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