For much of its history, the fate of XRP appeared to be linked to Ripple's actions and a well-known legal battle with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). However, this week, three developments that are unrelated to Ripple raised new questions within the community. Is XRP starting to stand on its own?
BlackRock's interest in XRPL
The first catalyst came from BlackRock. Buidl, a multi-billion dollar tokenization platform, has confirmed a settlement plan involving the XRP ledger.
$XRP Turning Point
For years, XRP was linked to Ripple's movement.
However, three game-changing announcements landed this week, but none from Ripple.1️⃣BlackRock: Billions of Buidl platforms settled in the XRP ledger.
2️⃣Flare: FXRP went live: That's how demand was…– Jungle Inc Crypto News (@jungleincxrp) September 28, 2025
Although the early stages are still tied to Ethereum through RLUSD, the intention to extend BlackRock settlement to the XRPL signal raises institutional awareness. Acknowledgments are network milestones, even if a full transition is pending.
Starting FXRP with Flare
The second event was the launch of FXRP on Flare Network. Demand was immediate and overwhelming, with supply limits reaching just four hours. This product allows XRP holders to directly access Decentralized Financial (DEFI) and extends XRP utilities beyond payments. Many in the community consider this development a turning point to create real opportunities for retail users.
MXRP gains traction with defi
The third highlight was the launch of MIDAS and Axelar's MXRP, securing a total value lock (TVL) of $26 million within six days. This rapid growth suggests that the defi demand for XRP ledgers is realistic and scalable. The pace of adoption supports the view that developers and users are potentially seen beyond Ripple's corporate efforts.
XRP Shift Identity
Together, these events indicate that XRP associations do not rely solely on ripple. Tokens gain traction in facility finances, decentralized applications, and retail debts. The community has long argued that XRP values stem from ledgers and ecosystems, not Ripple's strategy. Development over the past week provides the strongest evidence that this separation may ultimately be ongoing.
If sustained, XRP's increasing independence will help attract new users and investors who view tokens as more than Ripple's fateful proxy. The next test is whether these use cases will expand beyond initial enthusiasm and achieve long-term adoption.
