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Unmasking the mystery behind over 40,000 suspicious XRP transactions: Who’s behind them?
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Unmasking the mystery behind over 40,000 suspicious XRP transactions: Who’s behind them?

The XRP Ledger has recently witnessed a massive surge in abnormal activity, with over 40,000 AccountSet transactions suddenly appearing. These coordinated movements seem indicative of a large-scale institutional operation, raising questions within the crypto community about the mysterious entity behind this colossal infrastructure preparation on the Ripple network.

Written by Simon Dumoulin

Translated on December 2, 2025 at 08:58 by Simon Dumoulin

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Institutional Infrastructure Is Taking Shape

Technical analysis of these transactions reveals characteristics typical of institutional deployments. The wallets were activated in successive waves, each configured with sophisticated security measures. This methodical approach excludes any spontaneity and suggests a carefully orchestrated action plan.

AccountSet transactions enable the configuration of advanced functionalities: cryptographic key rotation, establishment of compliance metadata, segregated account configuration, and multi-signature structure implementation. An average user never utilizes these features in bulk. Only custodians, first-generation exchanges, or financial institutions deploy this type of architecture.

Crypto commentator D.T. analyzed these movements on X, emphasizing that the appearance of thousands of AccountSet transactions in such a short timeframe constitutes a strong signal of institutional involvement. He mentions BitGo, known for having performed similar operations in the past, but the scale of the 40,000 transactions suggests this time the intervention of a different actor, possibly more substantial.

BitGo Ruled Out : Which Entity Is Preparing the Ground on XRP?

The crypto community is speculating about the identity of this mysterious entity. Several hypotheses are emerging: a new custodian preparing to offer services on XRP, a traditional financial institution preparing its entry into the ecosystem, or even an exchange planning massive support for the asset.

The recent regulatory context could explain this deployment. With the progressive clarification of XRP’s legal status in the United States following the Ripple vs. SEC lawsuit, several institutional players may have decided to establish their infrastructure in anticipation of increased demand. The market is also observing a correlation between these on-chain movements and the improvement of general sentiment around XRP.

The data also shows that these freshly configured wallets remain empty for now or contain symbolic amounts. This situation reinforces the hypothesis of a testing and preparation phase before large-scale operational deployment. The technical structure put in place suggests a capacity to handle considerable volumes, far beyond the network’s current standards.

XRP chart showing price evolution and technical indicators on TradingView, used to analyze market movements.

What Do These Movements Mean for the XRP Ecosystem?

The arrival of a major institutional player on the XRPL would constitute a significant catalyst for XRP adoption. Historically, infrastructure configuration phases often precede partnership announcements or new services. The community is therefore closely monitoring the coming weeks.

On-chain metrics also indicate an increase in the number of active accounts on the network, alongside these phantom transactions. This dual dynamic suggests growing interest in the XRP ecosystem, potentially fueled by expectations of imminent institutional movements. Daily transaction volume nevertheless remains within typical averages, confirming that this AccountSet activity is isolated and specific.

The opacity surrounding this massive operation naturally fuels speculation. Some analysts even mention the possibility of an initiative directly linked to Ripple Labs, perhaps preparing a new phase of its commercial expansion. Others point toward Asian players, given the flows observed toward Korean exchanges. Whatever the case, the scale of this infrastructure clearly indicates long-term ambitions on the XRP Ledger.

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Simon Dumoulin

Simon Dumoulin

Passionate about cryptocurrencies since 2019, I cover the latest news through clear and accessible articles. My goal is to make crypto understandable for everyone, with reliable and well-researched content.

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