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The recent unlocking of 1 billion XRP tokens by Ripple has sent shockwaves through the XRP investor community, igniting doubts, fears, and uncertainty. This significant move, equivalent to approximately $153 million, was executed in multiple transactions, sparking a crucial question: What lies ahead for XRP?

Ripple Fights for Stability: $1 Billion at Stake?

In numerous transactions, Ripple unlocked 1 billion XRP tokens valued at $153 million. Though this is not new, since 2017 this move has been part of Ripple’s ongoing strategy to maintain liquidity in the XRP market and divert its use in cross-border transactions. While this strategy serves the broader purpose of enhancing the utility of XRP, it can have temporary implications for the cryptocurrency’s price.