Ripple released 1 billion XRP from escrow in three transactions worth $1.377 billion, according to Whale Alert. The company still controls roughly 32% of the total supply, a factor traders say could add sell pressure.
Ripple executed its scheduled monthly escrow unlock to start 2026, releasing 1 billion XRP in three tranches according to Whale Alert. The move is routine but watched by traders for potential supply impact.
XRP fell roughly $2 after Whale Alert flagged Ripple’s routine monthly transfer of 500 million XRP, reviving trader concerns about added sell-side pressure. Market participants are watching on-chain flows and exchange inflows for signs of distribution.