Ripple Unlocks 1 Billion XRP from Escrow Amidst SEC Appeal Rumors

In a recent significant development, Ripple has unlocked 1 billion XRP from escrow outside its usual schedule. This move comes amidst speculation and rumors surrounding a potential SEC appeal of the recent ruling that favored Ripple.

The XRP community is closely watching Ripple's actions, especially after a US judge handed down a ruling that determined Ripple’s XRP should not be classified as a security, bringing an end to the legal battle in the United States. However, the SEC's potential appeal adds a layer of complexity and uncertainty to the situation.

Blockchain tracker Whale Alert has reported three massive XRP transactions totaling 1 billion coins, all executed recently. These transactions confirm Ripple’s ongoing escrow management practices, as observed and reported by the service.

Ripple unlocked all 1 billion XRP from escrow in three separate transactions. Whale Alert reported three large XRP transactions totaling the mentioned amount. For the first transaction, Ripple unlocked 200 million XRP. Among them, a 500 million XRP transfer was also identified as part of the escrow release.

The release occurred in three separate transactions, as highlighted by Whale Alert, marking a departure from the company’s usual XRP release pattern, which has remained unchanged since 2025. This raises questions about Ripple's intentions and its future XRP distribution strategy.

Stay tuned for further updates as the situation unfolds. We will continue to monitor Ripple's activities and any developments related to the SEC's potential appeal.