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Story: XRP Whales Sell 40 Million Coins Despite ETF Optimism — What’s Happening?

By MikeT

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The XRP market is experiencing a striking paradox. While investors had been eagerly anticipating the REX-Osprey XRP ETF start today and the potential approval of additional XRP…

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The REX-Osprey XRP ETF start had initially been seen as a catalyst for boosting market confidence.

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Analysts note that the uncertainty surrounding the broader approval of XRP ETFs by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is likely contributing to the cautious…

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On-chain analysis shows that whale flow is deeply negative. CryptoQuant data tracking the 30-day moving average of whale transactions highlights extreme selling pressure among…

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Large orders and trades observed across major exchanges, including Binance, Coinbase, and OKX, indicate consistent sell walls above the $3.

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Even though XRP price saw a minor uptick of about 1% in the last 24 hours, trading hands at $3.05, intraday lows dipped to $2.98 while highs reached $3.07.

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The derivatives market also reflects cautious positioning. Coinglass data shows that total XRP futures open interest declined over the last four hours, following a temporary…

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Looking back, XRP has experienced similar dynamics when large holders exert influence on the market.

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The combination of high whale distribution and uncertain ETF approval creates a complex market landscape.

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Whale Transactions: Continued monitoring of on-chain whale flows can provide early signals of potential market pressure.

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ETF Approvals: Any regulatory updates regarding XRP ETFs will remain key drivers. Approval or delays can influence both institutional interest and retail sentiment.

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Futures Open Interest: Changes in derivatives positioning, particularly in leveraged contracts, can amplify price swings.

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Price Resistance Levels: Observing key price points, such as $3.05 to $3.10, where whale sell orders are concentrated, can help investors identify potential breakout or rejection…

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Despite the excitement surrounding the REX-Osprey XRP ETF start and the prospect of further ETF approvals, large XRP holders continue to sell substantial quantities of the token.

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For investors, this mixed environment highlights the importance of closely tracking both regulatory developments and on-chain whale behavior.

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