In accordance with Criptonoticias, Ripple is set to unlock 1 billion XRP from escrow on January 1, 2026, as part of its recurring monthly release mechanism established in 2017. Historically, between 60% and 80% of the released tokens are re-locked in new escrow contracts, limiting the impact on circulating supply. During the December 2025 release, approximately 70% of the 1 billion XRP was re-escrowed. As of now, around 34.4 million XRP is locked in escrow, with 65.5 million in circulation. Market participants are closely monitoring the event due to concerns about potential downward pressure on XRP's price if a significant portion enters the market. XRP is currently trading around USD 1.84–1.85, with traders cautious about additional supply pressures.
Ripple to Unlock 1 Billion XRP in January 2026 as Part of Scheduled Escrow Release
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Ripple is set to unlock 1 billion XRP in January 2026 as part of its scheduled escrow release. On-chain data shows that 70% of the December 2025 release was re-escrowed, with 34.4 million XRP currently locked. XRP is trading around $1.84–1.85, with traders watching for supply pressures. Among altcoins to watch, XRP’s supply dynamics remain a key focus for market participants.
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