- Ripple unlocked 1 billion XRP after the US added it to its reserve.
- The escrow release occurred in three separate transactions.
- XRP-linked wallets received the tokens and have not moved them yet.
Ripple has unlocked 1 billion XRP in its first escrow release following the U.S. government’s decision to include XRP in its strategic reserve. The release took place through three separate transactions, distributing the tokens across different wallets. This development aligns with Ripple’s monthly escrow schedule and follows recent movements in company-linked addresses.
Ripple Releases 1 Billion XRP Across Three Transactions
Ripple conducted the escrow release in three transactions, unlocking the tokens in uneven amounts. The first transaction transferred 100 million XRP, valued at $279.8 million, to a Ripple-linked address. Minutes later, an additional 400 million XRP worth $1.12 billion was moved to the same address, bringing the total to 500 million XRP.
Shortly after, another Ripple address received 500 million XRP in a single transaction, valued at $1.4 billion. This transfer completed the expected monthly escrow release, totaling 1 billion XRP worth $2.8 billion. Both addresses have retained the received funds without any immediate external movements.
Previous on-chain activity shows that before receiving the escrow funds, the first address moved out 300 million XRP on March 1. It later transferred another 200 million XRP, which Ripple re-locked into escrow before today’s release. The second address also moved 500 million XRP to another Ripple wallet before the escrow event, which was also re-locked in escrow before today’s release.
XRP Escrow Process Follows Usual Pattern
Following its pattern, Ripple may re-lock a portion of the unlocked XRP into escrow. The first address received 500 million XRP but had previously re-locked 200 million XRP. If it follows past actions, it may secure an additional 100 million XRP back into escrow, bringing the total to 800 million XRP.
The second address had also re-locked 500 million XRP before receiving today’s escrow release. If no major deviations occur, Ripple will have a net release of 200 million XRP this month. This approach maintains a controlled supply of XRP in circulation.
Market participants closely monitor these transactions, as they can impact liquidity and investor sentiment. The structured re-locking process helps stabilize the asset’s availability and aligns with Ripple’s long-term strategy of gradual XRP distribution.
Trump Confirms XRP in US Reserves
The latest escrow release follows the U.S. government’s announcement about XRP’s inclusion in its strategic digital asset reserve. President Donald Trump confirmed the decision through a disclosure on Truth Social. Along with XRP, Cardano (ADA) and Solana (SOL) were also included in the reserve list.
This confirmation comes after months of speculation regarding the government’s interest in XRP as a reserve asset. In January, market analyst Scott Melker revealed that sources had indicated XRP’s consideration for strategic reserves.
The announcement follows a recent executive order mandating a working group to explore the development of a digital asset stockpile. This development further recognizes XRP as a significant cryptocurrency. The government’s move could influence regulatory discussions and institutional adoption.