XRP Ledger launches v3.2.0, renames core server to xrpld

The XRP Ledger, a public blockchain network, has released a major software update that formally rebrands its core infrastructure and introduces significant technical improvements. Version 3.2.0, which became available on June 15, 2026, renames the foundational server software from "rippled" to "xrpld," a change intended to underscore the network's independence from Ripple, the private company closely associated with it.

The rebrand, enacted through a previously approved amendment known as XLS0095, alters configuration files, database paths, and server metadata. This requires validators and node operators to upgrade promptly to avoid compatibility issues with the network. According to the XRPL Foundation, the name change addresses persistent confusion between the XRP cryptocurrency, the ledger itself, and Ripple's commercial operations, a distinction that has been relevant in past regulatory discussions.

Technically, the update is centered on maintenance and optimization. A key component is the "fixCleanup3_2_0" amendment, which retires over 30 legacy amendments in a single sweep, removing outdated code. The release also delivers security fixes for several existing network...