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Options trader bets $2 million on XRP volatility by Aug. 28

A large straddle position on XRP indicates expectations of significant price movement before the August expiration.

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Marcus Webb · Crypto Desk · 21 Aug 2026 · 17:18 · 1 min read
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Options trader bets $2 million on XRP volatility by Aug. 28

An options trader initiated a $2 million straddle on XRP, positioning for substantial price volatility ahead of August 28. The trade reflects heightened expectations for sharp moves in the token's price.

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Further details about the trader's strategy or market conditions were not immediately available.

This article was produced with AI assistance and edited by a Finance Review Daily journalist.
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Marcus reports on digital assets, from spot ETF flows to protocol-level developments in DeFi. He pays particular attention to how institutional adoption is reshaping crypto market structure.

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