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According to Odaily, digital asset infrastructure company Ripple has obtained Money Transmitter licenses in New York and Texas, aiming to expand its business operations in the United States. These licenses enable customers to access Ripple's licensed version of cross-border payment solutions within the U.S., facilitating end-to-end transaction management with client representatives. Ripple noted that there is a strong demand for compliant real-time global payment solutions from both banks and cryptocurrency companies in New York and Texas.

According to Cointelegraph, Ripple Labs has formally requested an April 16 deadline for its cross-appeal brief in the ongoing legal dispute with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This procedural move was highlighted in a January 23 request by Michael Kellogg, a member of Ripple’s legal team, who noted that Ripple's CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, and co-founder, Chris Larsen, were part of this request. A brief deadline is a critical date by which a party must submit a written legal argument to the court, often following the filing of an opening brief by the appealing party. The timeline for such submissions, including any potential extensions, is determined by the specific court's rules handling the appeal.This development comes after a January 15 filing from the SEC, where the commission contended that the New York District Court erred in its ruling that XRP sold to retail investors were not considered securities. The SEC also argued that XRP distributed as employee compensation and in business dealings was incorrectly excluded from being classified as a security. The 2023 ruling by the New York District Court was seen as a partial victory for Ripple at the time. However, Judge Torres later ordered Ripple to pay over $125 million to the SEC for securities law violations, considering that XRP was also offered as part of institutional sales.Ripple's request has reignited attention on this significant crypto court case. There is speculation about whether the SEC might withdraw the case, especially with the recent appointment of crypto-friendly acting Chair Mark Uyeda, who was appointed by President Donald Trump. The SEC is reportedly contemplating dropping certain crypto enforcement cases. President Trump's administration has shown a favorable stance towards digital assets, fulfilling campaign promises such as pardoning Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht, establishing a working group to explore a U.S. crypto reserve, and appointing David Sacks as the White House’s AI and crypto czar.The SEC initially filed its lawsuit against Ripple in December 2020, alleging that the company violated securities laws through the sale of its XRP cryptocurrency. This legal battle has continued to unfold, capturing the attention of the crypto community and beyond.

According to Odaily, Pierre Rochard, Vice President of Research at Riot Platforms, recently stated on X that the primary obstacle to Bitcoin strategic reserves is not the Federal Reserve, the Treasury, banks, or Warren, but Ripple (XRP). Ripple is reportedly lobbying against Bitcoin strategic reserves and has invested millions of dollars in efforts to hinder the plan. Rochard further noted that during the Biden administration, Ripple similarly targeted the Bitcoin mining industry. He emphasized that Ripple appears to be protecting its market positioning while promoting the implementation of a CBDC based on its network.

According to Odaily, Grayscale has announced on the X platform that its Grayscale XRP Trust is now open to qualified investors. Those seeking exposure to XRP can access this product through the trust.

According to Odaily, the nonprofit financial markets organization Better Markets has filed an amicus brief in support of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in its ongoing lawsuit against Ripple. The document presents three distinct arguments asserting that XRP meets the criteria of the Howey Test. Better Markets emphasizes that the nature of these securities remains unchanged when investors purchase them on trading platforms. The organization argues that the district court's ruling lacks support from the statutory definition of securities. It contends that the previous ruling in favor of Ripple conflicts with the Supreme Court's definition of investment contracts in the Howey case. This amicus brief was submitted a week after Gary Gensler appealed the decision, which questioned the retail aspect of XRP. Better Markets also argues that the district court overlooked the economic realities of Ripple's issuance and sale of XRP tokens, as well as investors' ability to understand the connection between Ripple's actions and profit expectations. The organization recommends that the court overturn the ruling that XRP sales to retail traders on exchanges do not constitute investment contracts.

According to Odaily, on-chain analyst Ali has reported that whale investors have collectively purchased more than 100 million XRP in the past 48 hours.

According to Odaily, cryptocurrency analyst Ali has indicated on the X platform that the TD Sequential indicator is showing a buy signal on the 4-hour chart for XRP. This suggests that the price of XRP is expected to rebound.

According to Odaily, data indicates that XRP/BTC experienced a nearly 32% increase in January 2025. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) shows that XRP has surpassed a key resistance level and entered the overbought zone. The last time XRP/BTC reached such an RSI level was in early 2017, which was followed by a significant price increase. An RSI above 70 typically suggests that the market may enter a period of consolidation or correction. However, strong market fundamentals could potentially drive prices higher.

According to Odaily, Grayscale has announced on the X platform that the Grayscale XRP Trust is now available to qualified investors. The XRP is supported by the XRP Ledger, a distributed network designed for cross-border payments.

XRP has surged to $3 for the first time since 2018, marking a 41% gain in just 15 days and outperforming all other major cryptocurrencies. The rally, driven largely by spot investors, has brought XRP within 12.9% of its all-time high of $3.40, igniting speculation of a potential price discovery phase in the coming weeks.XRP Surpasses Bitcoin in Google Trends SearchesXRP's recent performance has captured significant market attention, overtaking Bitcoin (BTC) in global Google search interest on January 15. This marks the third time XRP has surpassed BTC in search volumes within the past year, showcasing strong community engagement and interest.In addition, XRP has broken an 8-year descending resistance on its XRP/BTC trading pair, signaling increasing strength against Bitcoin. The altcoin has also added 58,000 new holders in 2025, reflecting growing confidence in its long-term potential.Spot Traders Drive XRP's RallyUnlike many cryptocurrency rallies fueled by derivatives markets, XRP's surge to $3 has been attributed to robust demand from spot investors. According to order flow analyst Dom, XRP's funding rates and spot buy premiums have remained stable, indicating sustainable growth driven by direct market purchases. Dom noted, "If I saw this with BTC, I would simply say we are going much higher."Potential to Flip EthereumWith XRP outperforming Ethereum (ETH) in recent weeks, some analysts believe XRP could surpass ETH in market capitalization if its current trajectory continues. Jeth, co-founder of Sovrun, argued that XRP's strong regulatory tailwinds and market momentum under the incoming pro-crypto U.S. administration give it an edge over ETH.What’s Next for XRP?As XRP continues to approach its all-time high, market watchers anticipate increased volatility and a possible period of price discovery. With strong community support, positive regulatory sentiment, and rising interest from spot traders, XRP may solidify its position as a leading altcoin in 2025, according to Cointelegraph.

According to Odaily, Google Trends data reveals that XRP's search interest has surpassed that of Bitcoin following XRP's price surge past $3.

According to PANews, Ripple's Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty, has criticized the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) recent appeal brief, describing it as a reiteration of previously unsuccessful arguments. Alderoty suggested that these arguments might be abandoned under a future administration. He emphasized that the SEC's lawsuit is merely noise and stated that Ripple will formally respond to the appeal. Alderoty also expressed optimism about the emergence of a regulatory era that is more supportive of innovation, noting that Ripple continues to grow and strengthen.

According to Foresight News, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a preliminary appeal brief in the Ripple case. The appeal focuses on the court's decision regarding whether XRP sales constitute a securities offering. The SEC argues that the lower court misinterpreted securities laws in its partial ruling and is requesting the appellate court to reassess the decision.

According to PANews, Whale Alert has reported that Chris Larsen, co-founder of Ripple, has transferred 20 million XRP, valued at approximately $60.54 million, to an unidentified wallet.

According to BlockBeats, data from Santiment reveals that whales have accumulated 1.4 billion XRP, valued at approximately $3.8 billion, over the past two months. This accumulation has occurred as the price of XRP has been consolidating since reaching a peak in early December. In a recent interview, Ripple President Monica Long expressed optimism about the approval of a spot ETF, suggesting that the process could be expedited under the Trump administration.

XRP has experienced a notable increase, surpassing 3.1 USDT and currently trading at 3.13 USDT. This marks a new all-time high for the cryptocurrency, with a 24-hour increase of 17.4%.

According to BlockBeats, data from 8marketcap reveals that XRP's market capitalization has reached $163.59 billion. Over the past 24 hours, XRP has experienced a growth of 12.85%, placing it at the 101st position in the global asset market capitalization rankings.

According to Cointelegraph, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is proceeding with its enforcement actions against Ripple, despite impending changes in its leadership. On January 14, Ripple's Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty, announced that the SEC would not delay filing a brief in its appeal against a judgment involving the blockchain company. In August, a judge ruled that Ripple was liable for $125 million, accusing the firm of using XRP as an unregistered security to raise funds. Alderoty criticized the SEC's actions, describing them as a "waste of time and taxpayer dollars." However, he expressed confidence in Ripple's position on appeal and anticipated working with the new SEC leadership to resolve the issue. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse supported Alderoty's statement, suggesting that the SEC's approach to cryptocurrency enforcement might shift following the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump on January 20. Trump had previously promised to dismiss SEC Chair Gary Gensler, who is set to resign on the same day. The civil case against Ripple, initiated in December 2020 during Trump's first term under SEC Chair Jay Clayton, is moving to an appellate court following the August 2024 decision. The SEC is appealing a ruling where a federal judge determined that the XRP token did not necessarily qualify as a security. Alderoty noted that Ripple's appeal would not address this aspect of the judgment. It remains uncertain whether the next SEC head, whom Trump intends to nominate as former commissioner Paul Atkins, will continue the case against Ripple, pending Senate approval. Alderoty has personally contributed over $300,000 to fundraising and political action committees (PACs) supporting Trump. Additionally, Ripple has donated $45 million to the Fairshake PAC, which spent more than $100 million on media campaigns backing "pro-crypto" candidates in the 2024 election cycle. Following the November 5 elections, Ripple announced an additional $25 million donation to the PAC for the 2026 midterms.