In 2025, a significant number of dormant XRP wallets reactivated, raising concerns within the cryptocurrency community.
Reactivation of Dormant XRP Wallets
Dormant XRP wallets have reactivated in 2025, involving two significant accounts activated by Ripple holding $1.4 billion in XRP. These wallets are linked to historic addresses associated with Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen.
Market and Community Reactions
Key figures such as Chris Larsen are at the center of these activities. Major wallet movements, including over $109 million by Larsen, raise concerns among the community. Edoardo Farina, XRP Community KOL, noted that the community is ignoring the red flags, pointing out complacency regarding such events.
Potential Market Impacts
These reactivations could significantly influence financial markets, sparking concerns over potential sell-offs. Analysts note the unusual security configurations of Ripple’s new wallets, raising questions about the custodial security of these vast assets.
Dormant XRP wallets continue to raise important questions about Ripple's future and its impact on the cryptocurrency market, invoking community anxiety with no clear responses from the company.
