The XRP Ledger network is approaching a critical upgrade milestone. According to XRPSCAN data, among approximately 833 active nodes, 43% have migrated to version v3.2.0, while 51% still run v3.1.3. However, within the default Unique Node List (UNL) — the trusted set of validators for consensus — 31 out of 35 validators have already upgraded, representing 89% adoption, well above the 80% activation threshold.
Validator Upgrade Rate Breaks Threshold
Any new software version or protocol amendment on the XRP Ledger requires over 80% of UNL validators to continuously support the change for two consecutive weeks. The current 89% rate signals that the decision-making core is largely aligned, though sustained support over the designated period is still needed to finalize the upgrade.
While the broader network shows slower node migration, the high proportion among UNL validators indicates consensus among key voting entities. If support holds for the next two weeks, v3.2.0 will be formally activated.
Security Amendment Faces Separate Vote
The fixCleanup3_2_0 amendment, bundled with v3.2.0, is being voted on separately via on-chain governance. This proposal brings security improvements and bug fixes targeting newer features: single-asset escrows, permissioned decentralized exchanges (DEX), multipurpose tokens (MPT), and the network's lending protocol — which enables users to secure loans directly against pooled on-chain funds.
Additionally, the amendment introduces internal controls to prevent deleted accounts from leaving residual data. It's important to note that upgrading a validator to the new software is distinct from approving the amendment — software adoption rates currently exceed those for the amendment itself. Despite Ripple's supportive vote, amendment backing still lags.
Ripple Votes in Favor
Ripple, the payments firm founded by the XRP Ledger creators, has officially cast its vote in favor of the fixCleanup3_2_0 amendment. Yet the high-profile endorsement has not significantly lifted overall support, leaving the amendment's passage uncertain.
Once activated, any validators that fail to upgrade could be classified as "amendment blocked" by the network, risking complete loss of access to the distributed ledger. This pressure further pushes node operators to act quickly.
The XRP Ledger now stands at a pivotal upgrade window, where validator and community dynamics will shape the stability and security of future network features.