XRP has surged over 28%, trading above $2.42, igniting optimism fueled by SEC negotiations and potential commodity classification. Rumors of BlackRock’s interest in launching XRP and Solana ETFs could accelerate institutional adoption and drive further gains. SEC’s crypto ETF deliberations, including XRP,

Ripple is challenging the SEC in a critical legal battle that could redefine cryptocurrency regulation. Ripple’s XRP consensus algorithm significantly reduces energy consumption, using just 0.01% of Bitcoin’s energy. A 2023 ruling determined Ripple’s “programmatic sales” are non-securities, clarifying some regulatory uncertainties.