$XRP has demonstrated strong performance in 2025, recording a price increase of approximately 5.3%. A significant development is the CME Group’s plan to launch XRP futures contracts on May 19, 2025. This marks a major step toward the mainstream financial recognition of XRP, signaling rising institutional interest. The introduction of regulated futures trading is expected to improve market liquidity, provide more hedging opportunities for investors, and contribute to wider adoption of XRP in both retail and institutional markets.