Ripple is preparing to carry out its fourth monthly escrow release of 1 billion XRP in 2026, with historical data showing that only a portion of the unlocked tokens typically enters circulation. The April unlock follows Ripple’s long-standing escrow system, which automatically releases up to 1 billion XRP at the start of each month.  While the figure might be viewed as a large injection of supply, past trends indicate that the majority of these tokens are quickly returned to escrow. Recent cycles in early 2026 highlight this pattern