New York: Over the past 24 hours, XRP, the cryptocurrency associated with Ripple Labs, has experienced notable development, APA reports.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, XRP’s price has seen fluctuations, dipping below $2 earlier this week but rebounding to $2.22 as of Thursday morning. This recovery aligns with a broader cryptocurrency market uptick, influenced by a 1.2% rise in the Nasdaq Composite following cooler-than-expected February inflation data.

The protracted legal battle between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reportedly nearing a conclusion. Sources indicate that negotiations are in the final stages, focusing on vacating a previous ruling that imposed a $125 million penalty on Ripple. This anticipated resolution has contributed to a 3% increase in XRP’s value.

The SEC has delayed decisions on several cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs), including those linked to XRP, Solana, Litecoin, and Dogecoin. This postponement is part of the SEC’s standard review process and is not expected to significantly impact the likelihood of eventual approval.

President Donald Trump announced the establishment of a U.S. “crypto reserve,” aiming to position the country as a leader in the digital asset sector. This reserve will include cryptocurrencies such as XRP, Cardano (ADA), and Solana (SOL). The announcement led to a substantial increase in the value of these tokens, with XRP’s market capitalization rising by $44 billion.

These developments underscore XRP’s dynamic landscape, influenced by legal resolutions, regulatory reviews, and strategic governmental initiatives.