Ripple to Unlock 1 Billion XRP from Escrow on November 1
Ripple is set to release 1 billion XRP tokens from its escrow accounts, a regular event that impacts XRP supply dynamics.
Ripple is set to release 1 billion XRP tokens from its escrow accounts, a regular event that impacts XRP supply dynamics. XRP (XRP) is trading at $1.25. This is an original TLT brief based on reporting by Finbold, with live market data added, as of Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:00:05 UTC.
This scheduled release will increase XRP liquidity but could also exert downward pressure on its price due to the sudden influx of tokens into circulation. The event highlights the ongoing debate about XRP's supply management and its potential effects on market dynamics.
- Ripple to release 1 billion XRP from escrow on November 1.
- XRP currently priced at $1.25 with a $79B market cap.
- Event could impact XRP price due to increased supply.
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- Ripple to Unlock 1 Billion XRP from Escrow on November 1 — this brief
Ripple is set to release 1 billion 
XRP tokens from its escrow accounts on November 1, 2026, according to Finbold. This event is part of Ripple's pre-determined escrow management plan, which involves releasing a fixed amount of XRP at regular intervals.
The release of such a large quantity of XRP could impact the token's price dynamics. While it increases liquidity, it also raises concerns about potential downward pressure on the price due to the sudden increase in supply.
Currently, XRP is trading at $1.25, having fallen 0.23% in the past 24 hours and 2.56% over the past week. The token's market cap stands at $79.01 billion, making it one of the largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization.
This escrow release is a recurring event for Ripple, which manages its XRP supply through a series of timed releases. The company has previously stated that these releases are designed to ensure a stable and predictable supply of XRP in the market.
Given the current market conditions, with the total crypto market cap at $2.67 trillion and the Fear & Greed Index at 30 (Fear), the impact of this XRP release on the broader market remains to be seen. Investors will be watching closely to see how the market reacts to the increased supply.
Since this brief published about 1 hour ago, XRP (XRP) has moved from $1.25 to $1.25 — +0.00%.
The chart plots XRP's price: grey is the move before this brief published, the vertical dashed line marks the moment it published, the horizontal dashed line is the price then, and the coloured area is the move since — from TLT's market data (daily resolution). It shows what happened after the news, not that the news caused it; many factors move prices. Not financial advice.
At today's peer-to-peer rate, 1 XRP ≈ ₦1,718.79 (about $1.25), down 0.8% over 24 hours. The naira itself trades about 2.2% above the official rate on the P2P market, so a Nigerian buyer's effective cost differs from the headline dollar price.
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Current prices for the asset in this story — live, source-stamped, updated every 15 minutes.
Ripple to Unlock 1 Billion XRP from Escrow on November 1 — questions & answers
What is Ripple's escrow release schedule?
Ripple releases 1 billion XRP from escrow accounts at regular intervals, with the next release scheduled for November 1, 2026.
How might this affect XRP's price?
The release could exert downward pressure on XRP's price due to increased supply, despite boosting liquidity.
What is the current market cap of XRP?
XRP's market cap is $79.01 billion as of the latest data.
How much is 1 XRP worth in naira today?
About ₦1,718.79 at the live peer-to-peer (P2P) USDT rate, which is what Nigerians typically trade at — equivalent to roughly $1.25. The naira price moves with both XRP's US-dollar price and the USDT/NGN rate; use our XRP in naira page for any amount.
Which outlets reported this story?
This is an original TLT brief that synthesises reporting from Finbold. It is not a copy of any one article — follow the source links above for the original reporting.
Original summary — not financial advice. This is an original TLT brief that summarises a development reported elsewhere and adds live market data for context; it is not the original article and reproduces no part of it. Follow the source link above for full details. Crypto is volatile and high-risk — always do your own research.