WisdomTree Withdraws XRP ETF Registration Amid Record Institutional Demand
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 08 2026- ETF Registration Withdrawal: WisdomTree has formally withdrawn its registration statement for the XRP Fund, despite XRP ETFs attracting $19.12 million in net inflows in just one day, highlighting a stark contrast between strong market demand for digital assets and regulatory caution.
- Inflow Details: On January 6, Franklin Templeton's XRPZ led the inflows with $7.35 million, followed by Canary's XRPC with $6.49 million and Bitwise with $3.54 million, indicating a sustained interest from institutional investors in XRP despite regulatory uncertainties.
- Market Performance Discrepancy: While the inflows into XRP ETFs were robust, XRP's spot price fell by 4.9% to $2.25 at the time of reporting, revealing a disconnect between institutional capital flows and market price performance, which could influence future investment decisions.
- Institutional Outlook: Standard Chartered has set a price target of $8 for XRP, implying approximately 300% upside from current levels, demonstrating that despite WisdomTree's withdrawal, there remains a strong institutional optimism regarding XRP's long-term prospects.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
