Ripple is considering adding staking to the XRP Ledger to reward participants and improve network security. The plan would change how transaction fees are used and could expand XRP’s role in DeFi, though it requires major technical updates.

In one of the most shocking shake-ups the crypto world has seen this year, David Schwartz — the man often called the architect of Ripple — has announced he’s stepping down as Chief Technology Officer after more than 13 years at the helm.

Ripple’s xrpl.js package was hit by a supply chain attack, risking private key theft from DeFi wallets. The XRP Ledger is unaffected, and a secure update has been issued. While no major losses are reported, the breach highlights a rising threat: are hackers now targeting open-source blockchain tools?

XRP, linked to Ripple, was the biggest loser among the top ten cryptocurrencies on Wednesday after technical issues with the XRP Ledger. The key question: can it recover or will losses continue?

This week, Ripple advanced its blockchain efforts by launching initiatives to enhance infrastructure and drive institutional adoption with partnerships in Japan and South Korea, reinforcing its commitment to the XRP Ledger and global expansion.

India's crude oil trade with the UAE via XRP Ledger marks a major blockchain breakthrough, highlighting XRP's rising potential and altcoin impact.

On 4 April, Ripple unveiled plans to launch its own stablecoin, pegged 1:1 to the US dollar, alongside its existing cryptocurrency, XRP. This strategic initiative markets a significant milestone for the company as it seeks to bridge the gap between traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralised finance (DeFi).

Ripple CTO David Schwartz clarifies the XRP Ledger's clawback feature, emphasising its role in correcting ledger inaccuracies, particularly regarding legal obligations. Meanwhile, the XRPL community is collaborating on evolving the XRPL Foundation to better serve its needs.

Ripple CTO David Schwartz to unveil major institutional DeFi product at Consensus 2024, focusing on XRP Ledger advancements like multichain interoperability and asset tokenization.

XRP Ledger experiences Q1 growth with increased transaction volume and network activity. Despite minor price fluctuations, XRP maintains its position as the sixth largest cryptocurrency.