XRP Gains Momentum as Brazil Approves First XRP-Spot ETF; Bitcoin Holds Steady at $93k

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"Hashdex’s Spot XRP ETF launch in Brazil is historic. Not a futures product. Not a synthetic basket. A real, physically-backed XRP ETF open for institutional investors and the public. The floodgates are open."

Stellar Expert highlighted Brazil’s growing influence in the crypto space, noting:

"Brazil may seem ‘small’ to some. But it’s one of the largest and fastest-growing crypto markets globally. History shows: Once one country opens the gates… others follow fast. Spot Bitcoin ETFs started abroad first too. Now look."

Key Market Developments

Rising Odds for US XRP-Spot ETF

According to Polymarket, the probability of a US XRP-spot ETF approval by December 2025 has climbed to 78%, up from 68% in late April. However, optimism has dipped from May’s peak of 87%.

The SEC’s delayed decision on withdrawing its appeal against the Programmatic Sales of XRP ruling has tempered expectations. A settlement between Ripple and the SEC—following their joint motion filed on April 10—could accelerate approval prospects.

XRP Price Drivers

Technical Outlook:

👉 Explore real-time XRP price trends


Bitcoin Market Update: Profit-Taking Amid Macro Uncertainty

BTC briefly touched $95k** before retreating to **$93,802. Critical factors ahead:

  1. US Economic Data: Inflation/employment reports
  2. Trade Negotiations: US-China tensions
  3. ETF Flows: Last week saw $3B+ net inflows—the highest since January.
"Investors are rushing into Bitcoin… Is BTC heading to $100k+?"
The Kobeissi Letter

Legislative Catalyst: Bitcoin Act

Senator Cynthia Lummis’s proposal for the US to acquire 1M BTC over 5 years (20-year lock-up) could propel prices if passed.


FAQ

Q1: How does Brazil’s XRP-spot ETF impact global markets?
A: It sets a precedent for other countries, similar to how Bitcoin ETFs gained traction internationally before US approval.

Q2: What’s the timeline for a US XRP-spot ETF?
A: Polymarket odds suggest late 2025, but SEC settlement progress could accelerate this.

Q3: Why is BTC decoupling from traditional risk assets?
A: Increasing demand as a safe haven amid geopolitical/economic uncertainty.

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Keywords: XRP-spot ETF, Bitcoin price, SEC settlement, crypto regulation, BTC inflows, Hashdex, Brazil crypto market


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