On May 22, 2025, Volatility Shares will introduce the first XRP futures ETF, marking a significant event for the integration of this asset into traditional financial systems.
Historical Launch of the XRP Futures ETF
Volatility Shares is officially launching an ETF based on XRP futures contracts, named *'XRPI'*, trading on Nasdaq starting May 22, 2025. This information was officially confirmed and announced by ETF analyst Eric Balchunas a day before the launch.
Volatility Shares Strategy with XRPI
The ETF is based on XRP futures contracts listed on CME and will be available for only two days. This product was created in consideration of the growing interest in regulated XRP products and could attract cautious institutional investors. Balchunas noted that the initiative aims to provide returns that double the projected daily gains of XRP in the market.
Prospects for the XRP Spot ETF Launch
The launch of XRPI also rekindles speculation around a possible XRP spot ETF, the approval of which by the SEC is still actively discussed. Some analysts view this launch as a signal of broader regulatory integration of XRP, which may promote its wider adoption in financial circles. Developments in the Ripple ecosystem and recent positive news also support hopes for the asset's successful future in institutional portfolios.
The launch of the first XRP futures ETF is an important step toward increasing institutional interest in cryptocurrencies and potential recognition of XRP in traditional financial sectors.
