XRP Futures Activity Hits Record Levels as Traders Bet Big on Token's Future

XRP's (XRP-USD) recent surge above $1.20 has set off a flurry of activity in the futures market, with open interest (OI) hitting record levels.

As XRP (XRP-USD) recently surged past the $1.20 mark, futures activity has hit record levels, indicating a massive buildup of capital in the market. According to CoinDesk, traders are making big bets on XRP futures, with the total open interest (OI) hitting a high of $2 billion. This surge in both OI and XRP prices is a clear sign of fresh capital entering the market, signaling a bullish trend for the token.

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Traders are betting heavily on XRP futures, as the token's price has risen by more than 20% in the last 24 hours, reaching $1.20 on Saturday morning. This comes as several U.S. states are suing the SEC over its alleged overreach in the cryptocurrency space. The legal action has sparked optimism among crypto enthusiasts, especially with the possibility of more favorable crypto regulations under a potential Trump administration. As CoinDesk points out, such an outcome could greatly benefit U.S.-based crypto companies like Ripple Labs, which is closely linked to XRP. However, since then, XRP's price has declined back to around $1.08.

Record-Breaking XRP Futures Activity

With over 2 billion XRP tokens locked in futures contracts, traders are preparing for substantial market movements. Notably, the majority of these futures bets are on the short side, with 51% of traders wagering against price increases. Despite this, the sheer volume of activity showcases the growing confidence in XRP, especially as Ripple prepares to launch its RLUSD stablecoin, which could further enhance the token's prospects in the cross-border payments market.

At the time of writing, XRP is trading at $1.0747.