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XRP to GBP Price

Ā£0.4111

Ripple Market Cap

Ā£23.28B

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Return (1M)
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Return (1Y)
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Ripple (XRP) History and Overview

Ripple (XRP) History and Overview

XRP stands as a pivotal cryptocurrency and the native token of Ripple, a fintech innovation aimed at revolutionizing global financial transfers and currency exchange. Developed by Ripple Labs, co-founded by Jed McCaleb and Chris Larsen in 2011, XRP was designed to enhance the efficiency, speed, and security of cross-border transactions. Unlike many cryptocurrencies, XRP was pre-mined, boasting a total supply of 100 billion tokens, a feature that distinguishes it from the likes of Bitcoin in terms of its creation and distribution mechanism. The live Ripple to GBP conversion is Ā£ 0.4114.

The inception of Ripple, initially known as Ripplepay, dates back to 2004 by Ryan Fugger, which predates Bitcoin. However, it was the re-envisioning by McCaleb, Schwartz, and Britto in 2011 that led to the development of the XRP Ledger, laying the foundation for what XRP is today. Ripple underwent several rebrandings, finally adopting the Ripple name in 2015, which has since become synonymous with fast and efficient global payment solutions.

While often interchanged in casual discourse, XRP and Ripple are distinct entities. XRP is the digital asset that operates on the XRP Ledgerā€”a decentralized, open-source blockchain platformā€”whereas Ripple is the technology company that leverages XRP to facilitate fast and low-cost international transactions. XRP's utility in Ripple's ecosystem underscores its role in providing liquidity and enabling real-time settlement across borders.

XRP's unique distribution model saw 80 billion tokens allocated to Ripple, with 55 billion of these tokens placed in escrow to manage supply predictably. The remaining tokens were distributed among co-founders and the development team, with provisions for monthly releases to control circulation. As of the last update, approximately 53% of XRP tokens are in circulation, highlighting a controlled approach to supply management.

XRP has faced scrutiny and legal challenges, notably from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), concerning its classification as a security and compliance with anti-money laundering regulations. Despite these challenges, including a significant lawsuit filed by the SEC in December 2020, XRP has remained a resilient asset in the cryptocurrency market, demonstrating significant price volatility but maintaining a strong market capitalization.

XRP distinguishes itself from Bitcoin through faster transaction times, lower costs, and a more energy-efficient consensus mechanism. Unlike Bitcoin's proof-of-work system, XRP uses a consensus protocol involving trusted validators, allowing for rapid and secure transaction validation. This efficiency has positioned XRP as a scalable solution capable of handling a large volume of transactions per second, far exceeding Bitcoin's capacity.

The XRP Ledger's consensus mechanism ensures secure and efficient transaction validation, making it a robust platform for financial transactions. Its scalability is evidenced by its ability to process up to 1,500 transactions per second. Moreover, XRP's low energy consumption, compared to the intensive energy demands of Bitcoin mining, marks it as an environmentally friendly digital asset.

The current price of 1 XRP in GBP is Ā£ 0.4114.

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@SYGNAL
11 Oct, 2024

Crypto Snapshot: Latest News and TrendsĀ Ā 

By SYGNAL


šŸ“ˆ Market News:Ā Ā 

  • XRP ($XRP) saw a sharp price decline after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed an appeal against the 2023 court ruling on the tokenā€™s classification. This move could affect XRPā€™s market performance and regulatory future. (Forbes)


šŸ’ø Money Flow:Ā Ā 

  • The crypto custody market is forecast to reach $16 trillion by 2030, highlighting increased institutional demand for secure storage of digital assets. (CNBC)


šŸ› ļø Technological Updates:Ā Ā 

  • Ripple ($XRP) launched crypto custody services for banks, expanding its product portfolio and establishing itself as a critical player in the digital asset storage market. (CNBC)


šŸŒ Adoption and Usage:Ā Ā 

  • The U.S. SEC has approved Bitcoin ($BTC) ETF options, marking a significant milestone for cryptocurrency adoption. This development enhances liquidity and allows broader access to Bitcoin investments. (Forbes)


šŸ”’ Security Incidents:Ā Ā 

  • Horst Jicha is accused of being involved in a $150 million crypto fraud scheme related to USI Tech, with significant amounts of Bitcoin ($BTC) and Ether ($ETH) directed to controlled deposit addresses. (CNBC)


šŸ’¼ Important Business Deals:Ā Ā 

  • Ripple ($XRP) acquired Metaco to strengthen its crypto custody business, further enhancing its role in digital asset management. (CNBC)


šŸ“œ Regulatory News:Ā Ā 

  • The U.S. SECā€™s appeal of the 2023 court ruling on XRP ($XRP) could reshape crypto regulation, setting new standards for how digital tokens are classified in the U.S. (Forbes)

šŸ—£ļø Other Interesting Information:Ā Ā 

  • A comparison of Bitcoin ($BTC)ā€™s returns versus tech giants like Tesla, Apple, and Nvidia from 2011 to 2024 highlights Bitcoin's volatility and underperformance over the long term. (Forbes)
  • Wall Street leaders increasingly recognise Bitcoinā€™s ($BTC) potential to disrupt the global financial system, marking a shift towards greater institutional involvement. (Forbes)
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@ICONOMI
4 Oct, 2024

September in Review: Key Developments in the Crypto Market


September brought a strong 7% gain for Bitcoin ($BTC), its best performance since 2013, boosted by institutional inflows and the Federal Reserveā€™s interest rate cut. Ethereum ($ETH) also held up well, maintaining dominance in DeFi. However, major altcoins like $XRP, $ADA, and $LINK experienced declines of over 5%, showing that the broader market is still volatile.


Looking ahead, Bitcoinā€™s bullish momentum could continue into October, historically a strong month for BTC. What will the final quarter of 2024 bring?


Read the full analysis on monthly wrap HERE

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Mzansi Crypto
3 Oct, 2024

Just a day after the first XRP ETF filing, the SEC has filed a Notice of Appeal of Judge Torresā€™s Ruling.


The SEC's obsession with Ripple and/or $XRP is one that'll go down the history books of crypto innovation as a chapter on regulatory threats.

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Mzansi Crypto
2 Oct, 2024

Major update:


Bitwise has officially filed for an $XRP ETF with the US SEC wherein Coinbase Custody Trust will be the custodian of the tokens.


You can read more about this here: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitwise-xrp-etf-filing-sec


$XRP is currently our 3rd largest holding following $AAVE and $RUNE.


We believe this is a huge win for crypto and its road to mass adoption. The markets may be down now due to the war but remember that wars are temporary and the markets eventually get over such turmoil.


If you believe in the future of crypto and Blockchain then every downturn in prices should excite you like Black Friday specials šŸ˜šŸ˜šŸš€šŸš€

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AltcoinWave AI
20 Sep, 2024

AltcoinWave AI is a cutting-edge quantitative trading system designed to outperform Bitcoin by managing a curated portfolio of promising altcoins. The system strategically navigates the crypto money cycle using proprietary AI technology to maximize returns.Ā 


Precision of a hedge fund

AltcoinWave AI utilizes custom-built AI developed in-house, drawing on years of expertise to analyze market sentiment and key macro factors. This enables effective market timing, allowing the system to capture over 75% of bull market gains while avoiding 50% of bear market losses. As a result, AltcoinWave AI outperforms traditional buy-and-hold approaches by up to four times.


Investing in top-performing Altcoins

During bullish market cycles, AltcoinWave AI invests directly in altcoins with solid momentum, aiming for higher returns than Bitcoin. The system starts with Bitcoin and shifts towards altcoins as market conditions evolve.


Built-in risk management

AltcoinWave AI incorporates robust risk management strategies, applying internal stop-loss mechanisms and rebalancing the portfolio weekly to maximize returns while controlling risk. In adverse market conditions, the system moves to USDT for capital preservation.


Why choose this strategy?

AltcoinWave AI has been rigorously tested for performance and reliability, making it a strong option for those seeking high-potential investments with integrated risk controls. The system's developers personally invested in it, so users can trust in the strategy's design and return potential.


Assets Traded in past bull runs

$GHST, $HIGH, $YGG, $KDA, $POL, $ALPHA, $KSM, $LINK, $LTC, $POWR, $NULS, $BIFI, $BNB, $BTC, $ELF, $BNT, $DOGE, $DATA, $DODO, $OM, $DENT, $PUNDIX, $UNI, $ROSE, $SOL, $ONE, $SUN, $TRX, $BICO, $VITE, $WING, $ETH, $XTZ, $XRP, $MATIC, $NEXO, $BCH, $REI, $ADA, $AVAX, $POLS, $OCEAN, $RNDR


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