Folks – it’s happening! In a bold (and awesome) step toward mainstream crypto integration, Volatility Shares will officially launch the first-ever 1x XRP Futures ETF, and trade under the ticker $XRPI on Nasdaq.
This debut marks a historic first for Ripple’s native token and signals that XRP may finally be stepping into the ETF spotlight long dominated by Bitcoin and Ethereum.
“Good signal that there will be demand for this one,” noted Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas, pointing to surging interest in crypto-linked investment vehicles.
VolatilityShares is launching the first-ever XRP futures ETF tomorrow, ticker $XRPI.. yes there is a 2x XRP already on market (this is first 1x) and it has $120m aum and trades $35m/day. Good signal that there will be demand for this one. pic.twitter.com/rCooyNZgu0
Inside the XRPI Launch: Structure, Exposure, and Strategy
Filed with the U.S. SEC on May 21, the XRPI ETF is part of the Volatility Shares Trust and offers indirect exposure to XRP futures via a wholly-owned Cayman Islands subsidiary. The fund aims to invest at least 80% of its net assets in XRP-linked instruments – providing regulated access to Ripple’s price action without requiring investors to hold the token itself.
This 1x product stands out in a space mostly populated by leveraged plays, making it a more measured approach for those seeking XRP exposure without amplified volatility.
Because some like playing it safe and there’s nothing wrong about that!
The Race for Leverage: XRP’s ETF Wars Heat Up
This isn’t the last stop for Volatility Shares. The firm is preparing to roll out a 2x XRP futures ETF, promising double the daily price appreciation of XRP via leveraged exposure.
Teucrium Investment Advisors launched its 2x leveraged XRP ETF ($XXRP) on April 8, drawing $5.43 million in debut volume and now boasting $120 million in AUM with $35 million in daily trading volume. The demand is clear AND growing.
All Eyes on XRP
The timing couldn’t be better. Just days ago, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) rolled out XRP Futures and Micro XRP Futures, with CME’s crypto head Giovanni Vicioso noting increased appetite for “regulated derivatives products across a wider range of tokens.”
Meanwhile, the race for a spot XRP ETF is accelerating. Heavyweights like Franklin Templeton, Bitwise, and 21Shares are already lining up. With new SEC Chair Paul Atkins – a noted crypto ally – at the helm, Polymarket betters now place 83% odds on a spot XRP ETF approval this year. Those are some good odds, right?
All in all – say hello to the next phase of XRP’s journey. We’re excited!
Ethereum price is facing selling pressure as major wallet holders are seen selling at a loss. ETH is facing selling pressure that has left many wondering whether ETH would return to the $1,500 mark in the foreseeable future.
Whale Movement Implies Uncoordinated Market Positioning
Latest blockchain data indicates that long-term holders are giving up even after they had held positions in earlier market cycles. Selling is happening when Ethereum is holding in the area of $1,550 to $1,700. This has given contradictory signals to analysts and traders who are divided on short-term price movement.
Blockchain monitoring firm Lookonchain has shown a huge capitulation by a single Ethereum investor who sold off 1,160 ETH at a huge loss recently for about $1.83 million.
According to their data, this investor had withdrawn the same amount from cryptocurrency exchange OKX about 11 months ago when Ethereum price was at $3,816. By selling at $1,580, the investor realized a 58.6% loss totaling $2.6 million.
However, not all large holders are exiting positions. CryptoGoos analyst stated that other large investors have recently purchased approximately 77,000 ETH valued at $125 million. This indicates high interest in purchasing at present ETH prices. This unusual behavior by large holders creates uncertainty in the market situation.
IncomeSharks highlighted the significance of profit-taking on rallies in price instead of accumulating every dip. He clarified that summing up continually doesn’t necessarily pay as a strategy. The analyst admitted to failing to take profits from their own ETH holdings and warned against taking cryptocurrency trades emotionally.
Technical Analysis Offers Both Possibilities For Ethereum Price
Analysts do not agree on the current Ethereum price action and the future trajectory. Analyst CrypNuevo pointed towards the $1,700 to $1,550 price level, stating that it looks like past price action. The analyst is bullish since Bitcoin is holding its 1-week 50 EMA support level for a bull run. He stated that this may be bullish for Ethereum. Because of this analysis, CrypNuevo mentioned that he executed significant spot purchases in this price zone.
This consolidation between $1700 and $1550 is looking familiar.
Given the context – Bitcoin holding the 1W50EMA bull market support, and BTC.D not having topped in this cycle yet- we’ll likely see a similar outcome.
Analyst Belle is more optimistic. She believes that Ethereum price is preparing for a huge transformation while others are focusing on other things. The analyst pointed to robust weekly trends, solid support levels, and growing momentum as indicators that are positive for ETH.
Crypto Rover analyst has indicated that there are strong possibilities of a bullish cross in Ethereum technical indicators. One analyst even predicted the most hated rally for Ethereum price as its market share slips.
Dogecoin Reserve Live:- In an exciting announcement for the 3.83 million Dogecoin community or ‘Shibes’, House of Dogs has announced the creation of the Official Dogecoin Reserve to drive Dogecoin as a mainstream global payment solution.
House the Doge (HoD), the new entity announced by Timothy Stebbing in Feb 22 X post, was formed after he turned down several big names and corporations for Dogecoin adoption partnerships by not finding them “genuine enough”. He had already hinted the HoD will be aggregating mined Dogecoin to create a large Dogecoin Reserve & Treasury for streamlining its global adoption.
Following this announcement, Doge price has experienced a notable surge of upto 10%, with prices reaching approximately $0.19 as of writing.
Notably, the announcement comes at a time when the global crypto payments solutions have been gaining traction with many other entities making efforts recently. However, such real-world payment solutions have been more focused on Bitcoin, stablecoins such as USDT, USDC, in comparison to the utility of Dogecoin or other altcoins in such Payments.
Why is the Official Dogecoin Reserve Created
Aimed at improving the transaction lag times that have historically restricted the widespread adoption of digital currencies as real-world payment solutions, the reserve aims to build the Doge-powered global payments ecosystem.
It aims to benefit merchants by facilitating fast and efficient transactions using Dogecoin which currently processes at the rate of 60sec/transaction.
As of March 25, 2025, Dogecoin (DOGE) holds the 8th position in global cryptocurrency market capitalization rankings with its current market cap standing at approx. $27.15 billion USD.
Timothy Stebbing, Director of Dogecoin Foundation, right after the Doge Reserve news, expressed his enthusiasm by suggesting that use of Dogecoin for mobile or government Payments, at POS Terminals or for Online Shopping would be really “too cool”.
Notably, the Dogecoin Reserve is creating a proof of concept with the initial purchase of 10 million Dogecoin at current Market price. As Tim suggested, since the inception of House of Dog, it has been raising millions of dollars via the largest Dogecoin mining operation assemble in North America with a goal of 10,000 ASICs by the end of the year.
To guide the accelerating adoption of its payment system, it will also introduce cashback offers for both users and merchants and is aiming at significant partnerships in near future.
Important FAQs Related to Dogecoin Transactions
1. How much time Dogecoin Transactions Take in comparison to BTC?
Notably, under typical conditions, a Dogecoin transaction can be confirmed within about 60 seconds, offering a significant speed advantage over Bitcoin’s average confirmation time of around 10 minutes.
2. How much a Dogecoin Transaction Costs?
It offers substantially lower transaction costs – currently standing at 0.341 DOGE ($0.063) – compared to legacy payment modalities and interchange.
3. Dogecoin or Bitcoin Transaction: Which is Better?
The HoD while making Dogecoin Reserve announcement emphasized its inflationary model which ensures ongoing liquidity – with the addition of 5.2 billion new coins every year as compared to Bitcoin’s fixed cap. While this ensures liquidity, it also raises concerns about long-term value retention, as an unlimited supply can lead to inflation and reduce purchasing power.
Could DOGE Be the Next Global Currency?
Dogecoin Reserve doesn’t come as the first such instance. House of Doge, the five-year corporate partner of Dogecoin Foundation has been making efforts towards making Dogecoin, the Global currency. Last month it partnered with IndyCar Driver with Devlin DeFrancesco and Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing to bring Dogecoin to the Indianapolis 500. This initiative included launching the Dogecoin Indy 500 Voting and Donation Platform, allowing fans to participate and support charitable causes.
Further, one of the most prominent adopter of Dogecoin has been Elon Musk who has allowed customers to buy Tesla’s innovative products using Dogecoin. Additionally, Musk has also hinted at expanding Dogecoin’s use within his other ventures, such as X (formerly Twitter), where he has suggested integrating crypto payments, including DOGE.
His space exploration company, SpaceX, has also accepted Dogecoin for certain merchandise purchases and even announced plans for the DOGE-1 lunar mission, a satellite project funded entirely in Dogecoin.
Another such Instances include:
Newegg, the electronics retailer also offers tech enthusiasts the option to purchase gadgets using Dogecoin, showcasing the integration of digital currencies in e-commerce.
Sheetz, a convenience store chain allows customers to pay for fuel and food items in DOGE.
Adidas, the global sportswear brand accepts Dogecoin for gift card purchases.
Path is Not Easy for DOGE!
However, there are certain challenges before it can achieve the global label. Confirmation times may extend for Dogecoin transaction for up to 30 minutes or more during periods of high network congestion. It also needs to compete with the already growing adoption of Stablecoins for transactions as their processing can be completed in a matter of seconds.
Although companies like Tesla and some retailers accept DOGE, mainstream adoption is still limited. Most global businesses and financial institutions prefer Bitcoin, Ethereum, or stablecoins for crypto payments due to their perceived stability and institutional backing.
Dogecoin’s price fluctuates significantly, driven by market speculation, social media trends, and influencer endorsements (notably Elon Musk). This can make it difficult for businesses and consumers to rely on DOGE for everyday transactions.
DOGE Price in the last Year
Further, Dogecoin’s proof-of-work (PoW) mechanism is similar to Bitcoin’s but has a much smaller mining network, making it more vulnerable to 51% attacks, thus, raising significant security concerns.
Thus, while initiatives like the Official Dogecoin Reserve and strategic partnerships enhance Dogecoin’s potential as a global currency, its future prominence will depend on broader market dynamics, regulatory developments, and sustained community support.
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