XRP Today’s News: XRPL Develops Zero-Knowledge Proofs, $1.50 Becomes a Key Support and Resistance Level

XRP Ledger (XRPL) known contributor Vet confirmed on March 14 that zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) technology is actively being developed for the XRP ledger, aiming to provide optional privacy protection for institutional transactions on public blockchains while maintaining regulatory auditability. Technically, the symmetrical triangle pattern that has compressed over the past few weeks has recently broken upward. The key short-term issue is whether the critical resistance level of $1.50 can be effectively broken.

Zero-Knowledge Proof Technology: Solving Institutional Transparency Challenges on Public Blockchains

Currently, like most public blockchains, the XRP ledger publicly displays transaction amounts, sender and receiver addresses, and asset types, allowing anyone to read on-chain records instantly. This design is one of the main reasons many large institutions remain cautious about public blockchains—competitors can track their fund movements in real time.

ZKP addresses this issue by enabling the network to verify transaction validity without revealing underlying data. According to Vet’s plan, the XRP ledger will verify transactions normally while keeping transaction amounts, wallet addresses, and asset types confidential. Additionally, the plan introduces the XLS-372 standard, supporting the creation of “confidential MPT tokens,” which provide privacy while remaining fully integrated into the XRPL ecosystem.

Vet also revealed a multi-pronged development approach within the XRPL ecosystem:

• Forex Market: Coming soon on XRP Ledger
• New Stablecoins: In the process of launching
• Derivative Sidechains: Actively under development
• AI Applications: Continuing expansion in protocol development and Vibe Code projects
• Auditable Privacy Framework: A key design for institutional compliance

It’s important to note that this ZKP solution does not offer absolute anonymity. The proposal includes a “view key” mechanism, allowing auditors and regulators to conduct compliance reviews of specific transactions when necessary.

This design is fundamentally significant for institutions: XRP Ledger aims to evolve into a hybrid architecture that balances on-chain transparency, selective privacy, and regulatory compliance. Currently, no mainstream payment blockchain can fully achieve this balance. If implemented, XRP Ledger will have a clear competitive edge in institutional payment infrastructure.

Technical Analysis: Key Resistance and Target Levels After Triangle Breakout

(Source: Trading View)

XRP Current price: $1.46. The symmetrical triangle pattern has recently confirmed an upward breakout, with multiple accumulation patterns forming along the lower trendline, indicating sustained buying interest at lower levels and building momentum for a breakout. However, last week, XRP ETF experienced a net outflow of $28 million, creating some headwinds.

Technical analysts point out that $1.50 is the current key level separating bulls and bears—XRP has repeatedly faced resistance at this level over the past few weeks. If XRP can hold above $1.50, the upward targets are $1.61, $1.90, and ultimately $2.20. Conversely, if $1.50 acts as resistance again, support levels are at $1.30 and, if broken, further testing at $1.12. The bullish structure depends on holding above $1.50.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) feature on XRP Ledger, and what is its current progress?

ZKP allows XRPL to verify transaction validity without exposing underlying transaction data, keeping amounts, wallet addresses, and asset types confidential. This feature is actively being developed by XRPL contributor Vet and has not yet been officially released.

How does XRP’s ZKP privacy feature differ from fully anonymous blockchains?

XRPL’s ZKP solution includes a “view key” mechanism, enabling regulators or auditors to perform compliance checks on specific transactions when necessary. This is “selective privacy” rather than complete anonymity, aligning better with the needs of regulated financial institutions.

What are the current key technical levels for XRP?

XRP is currently at $1.46. The symmetrical triangle pattern has recently broken upward, with the key resistance at $1.50. Technical analysts suggest that a successful break above $1.50 could open the way to $1.61, $1.90, and $2.20; if resistance holds, support levels are at $1.30 and $1.12.