Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has activated native XRP Ledger (XRPL) support for XRP deposits and withdrawals for users in Singapore, according to the company's support documentation. The update adds native XRPL transfer capability for a defined group of Singapore-based customers, allowing them to move XRP in and out of their Gemini accounts directly over the token's native blockchain network.

What Gemini changed for XRP users in Singapore

Gemini has enabled both XRP deposits and XRP withdrawals over the XRP Ledger, known as XRPL, for its Singapore users. XRPL is the public blockchain built to move XRP, and it has been operating since 2012, making it one of the longest-running public blockchains. Both directions of transfer run on XRPL, the coin's own network, which means Singapore users can send XRP into their Gemini accounts and pull it back out again.

The rollout is a targeted service update rather than a global one. Gemini describes the feature as available to users in Singapore, not across every market the exchange serves.

Why native XRPL support matters for transfers

Native network support matters because it determines how a coin can actually be moved. In this case, XRP travels on the XRP network itself, not through a wrapped or bridged version of the asset. Deposits handle transfers coming in, while withdrawals handle transfers going out. Supporting both gives Singapore users full two-way transfer functionality for XRP on the exchange.

That clarity matters in practice. Many exchanges list the same asset across multiple networks, and sending funds over a network the receiving platform does not support is a common transfer error that can result in assets that cannot be recovered. A documented native XRPL path removes that ambiguity. For a regular holder, the practical benefit is network-specific access to send and receive XRP using standard XRPL transfers, and Gemini has posted a step-by-step guide covering how these transfers work.

What the update signals for Gemini in Singapore

The announcement singles out Singapore, framing the change as a regional rollout rather than a worldwide feature. Exchange feature launches often track what is available in a specific market, and the result here is expanded XRP availability for a local user base. Singapore users gain a supported way to move XRP on and off Gemini through the exchange's native rails.

The Singapore focus also lands in a market with an established licensing regime. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) regulates digital payment token services under the Payment Services Act, and Gemini has positioned Singapore as its hub for the Asia-Pacific region, having received in-principle approval from MAS in 2022 for a Major Payment Institution licence. Feature availability on exchanges frequently varies by jurisdiction, with rollouts proceeding market by market.

Gemini has been in the headlines on other fronts. The company faced a New York lawsuit alongside Coinbase over prediction markets, and separately drew scrutiny in a New York compliance dispute. By comparison, this Singapore transfer update is a straightforward product change.

For the latest announcements on wallets and network transfers, Gemini publishes updates through its official X account.

The takeaway

Users who hold XRP and use Gemini in Singapore can now move that XRP in and out over the XRP Ledger. Gemini's support guide should be consulted for the exact steps and any transfer limits before sending.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Cryptocurrency and digital asset markets carry significant risk. Always do your own research before making decisions.