XRP, the cryptocurrency linked to Ripple, saw a significant price drop on Wednesday following technical issues on the XRP Ledger.
The token is now the biggest loser among the top 10 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. The downtime caused a decline in investor confidence, leading to XRP’s open interest hitting a monthly low.
Open interest refers to the total number of outstanding derivative contracts, and a drop suggests that traders are pulling out of the market.
Market analysts believe that XRP’s recovery will depend on the speed of resolution for the ledger issues and overall investor sentiment.
Meanwhile, other major cryptocurrencies remain relatively stable, with Bitcoin and Ethereum holding their positions.
This latest incident highlights the risks of technical failures in blockchain networks and their impact on market prices.
Investors will be closely watching for updates on the XRP Ledger’s stability and Ripple’s response to the situation.
