A significant development is unfolding in the crypto market today as Volatility Shares prepares to launch the first-ever XRP futures ETF, officially trading under the ticker “XRPI.” The announcement was made on X (formerly Twitter) by prominent crypto influencer Amelie, who shared the news with her large following. Her tweet read: “BREAKING NEWS: VOLATILITYSHARES LAUNCHES THE FIRST-EVER #XRP FUTURES ETF…” The launch is scheduled for today, with market participants, particularly those in the XRP community, closely watching its potential impact. This new ETF marks a significant milestone for both XRP and regulated crypto investment products in the United States. 🚨 BREAKING NEWS: VOLATILITYSHARES LAUNCHES THE FIRST-EVER #XRP FUTURES ETF TOMORROW! ⏰ TICKER: XRPI 🙌🏼 pic.twitter.com/hukzoHtOWf — _Crypto_Barbie (@_Crypto_Barbie) May 21, 2025 Volatility Shares, the asset management firm behind this new product, previously launched leveraged Bitcoin futures ETFs, and is now venturing into the XRP ecosystem by offering institutional and retail investors indirect exposure to XRP through a futures-based financial product. Unlike spot ETFs, which require the issuer to hold the underlying asset, a futures ETF tracks the price of XRP through futures contracts listed on regulated exchanges such as the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME). This structure allows traditional investors to gain exposure to XRP price movements without holding the asset directly. 📈 The launch coincides with a renewed optimism surrounding XRP following a pivotal court ruling in the SEC v. Ripple case, which clarified that XRP is not a security in secondary market transactions. Institutional players and high-profile investors are now looking at XRP again, and this ETF could be a key driver for capital inflow into XRP derivatives. Market watchers will be closely monitoring XRPI’s performance on its first day of trading to see how institutional sentiment towards the recent development unfolds. Disclaimer: This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. ➡️ Follow us on X, Facebook, Telegram, and Google News