XRP surged past the $3 threshold during the September 9–10 session as institutional flows accelerated on the back of regulatory clarity in Europe. Ripple’s new partnership with BBVA under MiCA compliance fueled optimism that traditional banks may deepen adoption of blockchain settlement. While bulls defended $2.99 support, analysts note rising exchange reserves could still weigh on sustained upside momentum. News Background • Ripple Labs announced an expanded partnership with BBVA, enabling digital asset ...