XRP Ledger May Get A Tokenized Gold Upgrade, Web3 Founder Reveals
Tokenized gold is getting fresh attention in the XRP community, and some voices are saying the technology is ready. According to posts from XRPL developers and industry figures, the ledger can support 24/7 access, quick transfers, and integration with automated market makers.
Market Reaction And Price Action
Based on reports, XRP’s price moved above $2 early in January 2026 and touched around $2.41 during a broader crypto upswing. The token later settled near $2 as traders digested gains.
A pullback of roughly 14% has been reported since the highs, and trading has shown both inflows from institutions and bouts of profit-taking. There is no clear proof that tokenized metals have driven these swings, however; market moves are being tracked separately from on-ledger product launches.
What This Means For The XRPL
If more tokenized metal products arrive, the XRPL could find new uses beyond payments. Trading and settlement for gold and silver tokens would add transaction volume and could open room for new DeFi tools built around those tokens.
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Adoption will depend on custody arrangements, audit practices, and regulatory clarity, areas observers say still need work. Economic incentives, as Mekras warned, will play a key role in whether major issuers come onboard.
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