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BREAKING: WisdomTree Withdraws its XRP ETF Filing Despite Strong Inflows

Varinder Singh
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Varinder Singh

Varinder Singh

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WisdomTree Withdraws its XRP ETF Filing Despite Strong Inflows

Highlights

  • WisdomTree files with the U.S. SEC to withdraw its XRP ETF application.
  • WisdomTree has determined not to proceed at this time likely due to intense competition.
  • XRP ETFs continues inflows streak, with $19.12 million in latest net inflows.

In surprising XRP news today, asset manager WisdomTree has decided to withdraw its XRP ETF application with the U.S. SEC. This comes despite continued inflows into listed XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs), with total inflows reaching over $1.25 billion in a few weeks.

WisdomTree Exits XRP ETF Race Amid

WisdomTree Digital Commodity Services, sponsor of the WisdomTree XRP Fund trust, has requested to withdraw its registration statement on Form S-1, according to an RW filing with the U.S. SEC dated January 6.

“Pursuant to Rule 477 of Regulation C under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), WisdomTree XRP Fund hereby requests that the Securities and Exchange Commission consent to the withdrawal of the Trust’s Registration Statement on Form S-1,” as per the filing.

WisdomTree has decided to withdraw its registration, stating “it has determined not to proceed at this time.” WisdomTree XRP ETF also requested the withdrawal of all exhibits and amendments since the original filing on December 2, 2024.

WisdomTree Withdraws XRP ETF
WisdomTree Withdraws XRP ETF

The filings aimed at the investment objective of offering investors exposure to Ripple’s native coin XRP. However, no shares were sold under the registration.

This withdrawal happens as the broader crypto ETF market grows more competitive, with many issuers competing in altcoin products. Despite this, WisdomTree has decided to withdraw from the race.

Strong XRP Exchange Traded Funds Inflows

XRP ETFs started 2026 with strong interest from institutional and retail investors, bringing in significant capital in the first days of the year. U.S.-based spot XRP ETFs have recorded over $1.25 billion in total inflows, according to SoSoValue data.

On Tuesday, spot XRP ETFs saw $19.12 million in net inflows, extending the inflow streak amid recent higher trading volumes. Franklin’s XRPZ led with $7.35 million in inflows, followed by $6.49 million and $3.54 million in inflows to Canary’s XRPC and Bitwise’s XRP, respectively.

XRP ETF Inflows
XRP ETF Inflows. Source: SoSoValue

Strong inflows have pushed total net assets toward $1.62 billion. This sustained surge highlights XRP coin’s relative strength amid institutional demand, boosting sentiment for further upside.

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Varinder is a seasoned leader in the fintech and crypto media with over 12 years of experience, including over 6 years dedicated to blockchain, crypto, and Web3 developments. He is known for covering high-impact and quality news stories for publishers such as CoinGape, The Coin Republic, and The Crypto Times, while perfecting and training multiple journalists during his tenure. Being a Master of Technology degree holder, analytics thinker, and tech enthusiast, he has shared his knowledge of disruptive technologies in over 6000 news articles and papers.
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