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XRP Ledger Speeds Return to Normal, but a Key Security Fix Is Delayed

TradingGain Newsroom·6d ago·22 Oct 2026, 23:40 UTC

The XRP Ledger has recovered from on-and-off transaction delays, and ledger closing times are back to normal after a configuration change for network operators. Developers are still preparing a permanent software fix, and a related security upgrade now faces a two-week delay. For traders, the story is about network reliability and when the lasting fix will arrive.

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Why it matters

Ledger closing times are back to normal after a configuration change recommended to network operators.
A protocol amendment meant to correct the issue has hit a setback, with a two-week delay.
The slowdown and the amendment setback happened at the same time, so network reliability is in focus.

What to watch next

Watch for an updated timeline on the delayed security upgrade and any new slowdowns on the XRP Ledger.

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