The XRP Ledger is poised for a significant enhancement with the impending activation of the “fixDirectoryLimit” amendment. This upgrade is anticipated to take place in approximately nine days, specifically on December 18, 2025, at 3:00:40 PM UTC. The amendment has garnered an impressive consensus, achieving 85.71% approval among its validators.
XRP Ledger Upgrade Details
This crucial amendment aims to eliminate the directory page limit within the XRP Ledger. The rationale behind this change stems from the object reserve requirements. These requirements effectively encourage users to refrain from creating unnecessary objects, promoting a more efficient ledger.
Version Updates Required
The recent release of version 2.6.2 of the rippled server, which implements the XRP Ledger protocol, has incorporated this amendment alongside a critical bug fix. For the “fixDirectoryLimit” amendment to be successful, it must maintain a support level above 80% for a duration of two weeks.
Implications for Ripple Node Operators
- Node operators running previous versions of rippled (2.5.0, 2.5.1, 2.6.0, and 2.6.1) face potential issues on December 18.
- If not updated, these operators may become amendment-blocked upon activation of the new amendment.
- Amendment-blocking acts as a protective measure, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the XRP Ledger data.
Servers that remain on earlier versions without the necessary source code will not comprehend the new operational rules of the network. Consequently, these nodes may struggle to validate ledgers, vote on subsequent amendments, or even process transactions correctly.
Recent Developments in XRP
In a positive development for XRP, the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund has recently been uplisted, beginning trading on NYSE Arca as an ETF. This fund provides exposure to XRP along with nine other digital assets, including Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). This change comes after previous delays imposed by the SEC.
These advancements mark a pivotal time for the XRP ecosystem, with significant changes and opportunities on the horizon as the deadline for the “fixDirectoryLimit” amendment approaches.
