Ripple Exec Puts XRP Regulatory Rumors to Rest

Published at 2026-01-07 17:00:11

A Ripple executive addressed renewed questions about XRP’s regulatory status on Jan 7, 2026, pushing back on speculation that resurfaced after the token’s sharp recent price move. The executive’s remarks were framed to quiet rumors rather than announce new policy, and came as XRP returned to the headlines amid heightened retail and institutional scrutiny.

The clarification matters because regulatory uncertainty is a key driver of crypto volatility and adoption decisions. Market observers say even a perceived reduction in legal or regulatory risk can influence liquidity, trading behavior, and how firms approach custody and compliance. Ripple’s statement is likely to be watched this week as traders and industry participants reassess position sizing and risk amid renewed interest in XRP.

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Ripple's U.K. subsidiary has completed registration with the Financial Conduct Authority, a notable regulatory milestone as the U.K. moves to integrate crypto into its financial framework. The approval could expand market access for Ripple's services and clarify compliance expectations around XRP activity.

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Published at 2026-01-09 12:30:08

XRP Advocate Says AWS Not Integrated, Debunks Ripple–Amazon Partnership Rumor

XRP advocate WrathofKahneman on X clarified that Amazon Web Services is not integrated into the XRP Ledger, pushing back on reports of a Ripple–Amazon partnership. The correction highlights that neither Amazon nor Ripple has confirmed any formal integration.

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Published at 2026-01-09 10:45:15

South Korea to Allocate 25% of State Budget to Crypto by 2030

Seoul plans to direct 25% of its $499.2 billion (₩728 trillion) state budget into digital assets by 2030, roughly $124.8 billion (≈₩182 trillion). The move marks a major public bet on blockchain, tokenization and crypto infrastructure.

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Published at 2026-01-09 09:30:07

UK FCA to Launch Crypto Licensing Regime in September 2026

The UK Financial Conduct Authority will open applications in September 2026 for a new crypto licensing regime that takes effect in October 2027. Firms that don't secure authorization in time risk transitional limits on offering new services.

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Published at 2026-01-09 09:15:07

Colombia's DIAN Requires Crypto Firms to Report Transaction Data

Colombia’s tax authority DIAN issued Resolution 000240 requiring cryptocurrency service providers to report transaction data, expanding oversight of the sector. The move aims to boost transparency and support tax and anti‑money‑laundering enforcement.