Ripple executives have revealed early concepts for introducing native staking capabilities to the XRP Ledger, marking a potential paradigm shift for the blockchain traditionally focused on payment efficiency. The proposals include a dual-layer validator system and leveraging fees for zero-knowledge proofs, though implementation remains distant due to technical complexity and fundamental protocol restructuring requirements.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekRipple Warns of XRP Scams: Fake Livestreams Target Community
Ripple has issued an urgent security alert warning the XRP community about sophisticated scams using fake livestreams, giveaways, and deepfake videos to deceive users into sending cryptocurrency to fraudulent addresses. This marks the second major security warning from the company in recent months, highlighting the growing sophistication of attacks targeting dedicated crypto communities. The alert emphasizes that legitimate Ripple employees will never ask users to transfer assets or share wallet data, urging verification through official channels only.
about Ripple Warns of XRP Scams: Fake Livestreams Target CommunityXRPL EVM Sidechain Growth Boosts XRP Demand
The XRPL EVM Sidechain, live since June 30, has seen rapid growth with 1,300 smart contracts, 17,000+ unique addresses, and 160 tokens launched. Developed using Cosmos SDK and CometBFT, it offers fast block times (3–5 seconds), high throughput (1,000+ TPS), and low gas fees (sub-$0.01), all while using XRP as native gas. This expansion could increase demand for XRP, potentially boosting its value, though broader market conditions and regulatory developments remain key factors. Currently, XRP trades at $3.15, up 7.5% in 24 hours and 29.18% over the past week. The sidechain’s progress presents a bullish case, but XRP’s performance will depend on ecosystem growth and macroeconomic trends.
about XRPL EVM Sidechain Growth Boosts XRP DemandXRPL EVM Sidechain Launches on Mainnet, Boosts XRP Utility
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) EVM Sidechain is now live on the mainnet, marking a significant milestone for the ecosystem. Developed in collaboration with Axelar, RippleX, and Common Prefix, this Sidechain allows developers to create and deploy EVM-compatible decentralized applications (DApps) while leveraging XRPL’s liquidity and security. XRP will function as the gas token, potentially increasing its utility and demand. The Sidechain offers fast block times, low transaction costs, and full Ethereum compatibility, supporting tools like MetaMask and Solidity. Additionally, Axelar’s bridge connects the XRPL EVM to over 80 blockchains, enhancing interoperability. Following the announcement, XRP’s price surged by 1.8%, with analysts predicting further growth due to this and other bullish catalysts.
about XRPL EVM Sidechain Launches on Mainnet, Boosts XRP UtilityXRPL Proposes Batch Transactions with XLS-56d Upgrade
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) is advancing with the proposed XLS-56d amendment, designed to support batch transactions for improved efficiency and monetization. Developed by Denis Angell, this update allows up to eight unsigned transactions to be bundled into a single signed action with customizable execution logic (ALLORNOTHING, ONLYONE, UNTILFAILURE, INDEPENDENT). Key benefits include seamless NFT mints, multi-account swaps, and platform fee integration, all while ensuring atomic rollback on failure. The proposal aligns with Ripple’s broader strategy, including its recent Wormhole integration for cross-chain interoperability. Meanwhile, XRPL’s NFT activity surged in May, with mints rising 44% month-over-month, though trading volumes dipped slightly. Validator voting is now underway to bring XLS-56d to the mainnet.
about XRPL Proposes Batch Transactions with XLS-56d UpgradeXRPL 2025: Smart Contracts & DeFi Upgrades Unveiled
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) is undergoing significant upgrades to embed smart contracts, improve DeFi usability, and attract institutional adoption. Key developments include an EVM-compatible sidechain, Batch Amendments for atomic swaps, and Smart Escrows for conditional asset releases. Ripple is also launching a USD-backed stablecoin and an enhanced AMM (XLS-30) to improve liquidity. Compliance features like KYC-enabled domains and permissioned DEXs cater to regulated entities. Three testing networks (Testnet, Devnet, and temporary networks) ensure rigorous validation before mainnet deployment, with user feedback driving iterative improvements. These changes position XRPL as a flexible bridge between crypto and traditional finance.
about XRPL 2025: Smart Contracts & DeFi Upgrades UnveiledXRP Ledger Nears Dynamic NFTs Approval with Key Upgrades
The XRP Ledger is undergoing significant changes with four pending upgrades, including dynamic NFTs, which are closest to approval. These NFTs allow post-mint updates, offering flexibility for various applications. Other notable upgrades include multi-purpose tokens for simplified asset representation and Deep Freeze, enhancing issuer control over tokens. However, debates persist over the prioritization of features like XChainBridge for cross-chain interoperability and Credentials and Permissioned Domains, criticized for diverting resources from income-generating tools. Technical improvements like ‘Squelching’ in the upcoming 2.5.0 release aim to reduce network traffic and lower resource requirements for node operators, supporting scalability. The collective upgrades reflect efforts to enhance usability and future growth, with validator votes determining their implementation.
about XRP Ledger Nears Dynamic NFTs Approval with Key UpgradesXRP Ledger Experiences One Hour Halt as Ripple CTO Provides Updates
The XRP Ledger experienced a network halt lasting over an hour on February 4, freezing at block height 93927174 before validators successfully rebooted it. Ripple’s CTO, David Schwartz, noted that while consensus was running, validations were not published, leading to the disruption. Following manual intervention by validator operators, the network regained consensus, and RippleX confirmed that user funds remained safe during the incident.
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