Ripple Unlocks $1 Billion in XRP: What Does This Mean for the Market?
🚨 Ripple Unlocks $1 Billion in XRP: What Does This Mean for the Market? 🚨
On December 1, 2024, Ripple will release 1 billion $XRP tokens, valued at approximately $1.92 billion. This scheduled release, part of Ripple’s escrow system, is designed to manage supply and support the growth of the ecosystem. But what does this mean for the market and how should investors respond? Let’s take a look. 💡💰
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1️⃣ Monthly Transparency Routine
Ripple’s monthly escrow releases began in December 2017, ensuring supply predictability. While promoting transparency, these events can create short-term uncertainty among investors. 2️⃣ Market Impact in December 2024
XRP saw a 2.4% drop following its December release, following its 283.9% surge in November. Despite the slight drop, XRP remains resilient above its opening price, reflecting market confidence. 📈
3️⃣ Role of the Escrow System
Ripple holds 37.24 billion XRP in escrow. Typically, unused tokens from each release are returned to escrow, maintaining control of supply and reducing potential market disruptions.
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