XRP Whales Shift 127 Mln XRP As Price Nosedives Below $0.56, What’s Happening?

XRP, a Ripple-backed token, gains significant traction on Monday following two noteworthy whale transactions amid a price drop.
By Coingape Staff
XRP Whales Transfer 40M Coins Amid End To Ripple Lawsuit

XRP, an eminent cryptocurrency backed by Ripple Labs, once again curated a cyclone of speculative buzz across the global crypto landscape on Monday following significant whale transfers noted by the token. As per recent on-chain data unveiled by a blockchain tracking platform, the Ripple-backed appears to have noted the shifting of a whopping 126.7 million coins over the past 24 hours.

Moreover, as whale transactions surfaced within the market amid a price drop noted by the token, crypto market fanatics seem to be extensively eyeing XRP’s market dynamics. Meanwhile, a renowned crypto analyst further shed light on XRP’s current market performance, fueling additional inferences for the token.

Advertisement
Advertisement

XRP Whale Transactions: A Detailed Report

According to the blockchain tracking platform Whale Alert, two noteworthy transactions collectively shuffled 126.7 million XRP today, January 8. Furthermore, these amounts were shifted between unknown wallets and a CEX.

Notably, the first transaction that piqued traders’ interest globally illustrated moving 26.7 million XRP to Bitstamp, a Luxembourg City-based crypto exchange. Meanwhile, the second transaction showcased the shifting of 100 million XRP from Ripple to an unknown wallet.

As per the data, an unknown wallet, r4wf7enWPx…5XgwHh4Rzn, was noted transferring the aforestated amount to Bitstamp. Whereas, the transfer from Ripple was made to the unknown wallet, rP4X2hTa7A…7XZ63sKxv3.

Intriguingly, the number of coins transferred totaled $71.39 million as of writing, fueling noteworthy concerns among crypto market enthusiasts.

Also Read: Bitcoin Payments to Be Valid At Japanese E-commerce Giant Mercari Very Soon

Advertisement
Advertisement

XRP Price Topples

At the time of writing, the XRP price showcased a fall of 1.60% over the past twenty-four hours and is currently trading at $0.5589. Moreover, this fall was further accompanied by a weekly plunge of 8.55% and a monthly drop of 13.47%.

Aligning with this, crypto analyst Cryptoes further spotlighted the XRP’s bearish market performance. According to Cryptoes, the token’s market charts illustrate that it is now below the 21MA. Furthermore, he proclaims that the candle close hints toward the token’s bearish run in the market, birthing additional inferences for the token.

Also Read: Bitcoin Whale Accumulates 1,750 BTC Ahead of Bitcoin ETF Approval

Advertisement
Coingape Staff
CoinGape comprises an experienced team of native content writers and editors working round the clock to cover news globally and present news as a fact rather than an opinion. CoinGape writers and reporters contributed to this article.
Why trust CoinGape: CoinGape has covered the cryptocurrency industry since 2017, aiming to provide informative insights to our readers. Our journalists and analysts bring years of experience in market analysis and blockchain technology to ensure factual accuracy and balanced reporting. By following our Editorial Policy, our writers verify every source, fact-check each story, rely on reputable sources, and attribute quotes and media correctly. We also follow a rigorous Review Methodology when evaluating exchanges and tools. From emerging blockchain projects and coin launches to industry events and technical developments, we cover all facets of the digital asset space with unwavering commitment to timely, relevant information.
Investment disclaimer: The content reflects the author’s personal views and current market conditions. Please conduct your own research before investing in cryptocurrencies, as neither the author nor the publication is responsible for any financial losses.
Ad Disclosure: This site may feature sponsored content and affiliate links. All advertisements are clearly labeled, and ad partners have no influence over our editorial content.