{"articles":[{"id":"f57f67d31850ac8677e93d379eea7331","slug":"f57f67d3-pundit-predicts-xrp-should-be-around-20-to-50-when-first-wave-of-spot-xrp-etfs-go-live","title":"Pundit Predicts XRP Should Be Around $20 to $50 When First Wave of Spot XRP ETFs Go Live","aiSummary":"• Noted analyst predicts XRP could reach $22-$50 after spot ETF launch.  \n\n• ETF approval odds are high, with Bloomberg estimating a 95% chance.  \n\n• XRP’s potential surge driven by institutional interest and lack of staking rewards.","metaDescription":"Kenny Nguyen predicts XRP could hit $20-$50 with spot XRP ETFs' launch. Could this event trigger a 607%-1507% rally? Dive into the details now! Get th","content":"<b>Notable crypto commentator Kenny Nguyen has shared his view on where he believes the price of XRP ought to be once spot XRP ETFs go live.</b>\r\n\r\nWhile XRP currently trades around $3, Nguyen <a href=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">expressed</a> conviction in a tweet today that it could reach the high double-digit range. Specifically, he stated that XRP should be between $22 and $50 once the first set of spot XRP ETFs launches.\r\n\r\nWith XRP trading at $3.11 today, this projection implies a potential rally of 607% to over 1,507%. For perspective, this would give XRP a market cap of between $1.3 trillion and $3 trillion, compared to its current $186 billion.\r\nWhy ETF Launch Could Transform XRP’s Valuation\r\nNguyen’s projection aligns with several analyses suggesting that U.S. approval of spot XRP ETFs could be one of the most significant events in the asset’s history. ETF products provide regulated exposure for institutional and retail investors who may prefer not to hold the asset directly.\r\n\r\nUnlike Ethereum, which offers staking rewards that might discourage ETF adoption, XRP has no staking mechanism. This means investors face no opportunity cost when choosing ETF exposure over direct ownership. \r\n\r\nSteven McClurg, CEO of Canary Capital, an XRP ETF applicant, recently <a href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/11/heres-why-an-xrp-etf-could-outperform-ethereum-etfs-according-to-canary-capital-ceo/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">shared this perspective</a> in a podcast. McClurg noted that this structural advantage, combined with XRP’s dominance in the payments niche and its global community of millions, strengthens the argument for substantial initial inflows.\r\nXRP Price Scenarios Based on Capital Inflows and Multipliers\r\nAs the market awaits the launch of XRP ETFs, various projections from industry figures and models offer insight into XRP’s potential upside.\r\n\r\nFor instance, McClurg <a href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/12/heres-xrp-price-if-xrp-etfs-pull-in-5b-in-the-first-month/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">estimates</a> that XRP could attract $5 billion in investment in its first month. Notably, using analyst Dom’s 272x market cap multiplier, this could push XRP’s market cap to $1.546 trillion. This translates to a price of $26 per XRP—within Nguyen’s projected range.\r\n\r\nAnother model uses a comparison with Bitcoin ETF flows. As previously <a href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/05/01/here-is-xrp-price-after-etf-approval-if-xrp-etfs-get-15-to-30-of-bitcoin-etf-inflows/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">analyzed</a> by <em>The Crypto Basic</em>, if spot XRP ETFs capture 35% of Bitcoin ETF inflows since launch (around $16.3 billion), and a conservative 100x multiplier is applied, XRP’s market cap could rise to $1.759 trillion, implying a price near $30.\r\n\r\nAlternatively, under a more cautious scenario:\r\n\r\n \t15% of BTC ETF inflows ($5.85 billion) could push XRP to $12.23\r\n \t30% ($11.7 billion) could raise the price to $22.20 — right at Nguyen’s lower bound.\r\n\r\nXRP to Follow Bitcoin's Trajectory Post-ETF?\r\nAnalysts often <a href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/06/03/dag-managing-director-explains-how-xrp-etf-could-impact-xrp-price/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">draw parallels</a> between XRP’s potential and Bitcoin’s performance after its ETF launch in January 2024. Bitcoin initially dipped on launch day but then rallied to new all-time highs above $100,000 within the year as ETFs accumulated over 1 million BTC.\r\n\r\nAs a result, XRP supporters have speculated that XRP could also break unprecedented price levels if it follows a similar trajectory.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, Ethereum has yet to break its all-time high, despite ETF investments since last year. Momentum only recently shifted with the emergence of multiple ETH treasuries, helping the altcoin approach its 2021 peak.\r\n\r\nUltimately, XRP may chart its own path following an ETF launch and may not mirror Bitcoin’s trajectory, as the XRP Army often speculates.\r\nETF Approval Odds Keep Climbing\r\nNotably, <a href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/06/21/heres-xrp-price-if-xrp-etfs-get-35-of-bitcoin-etf-flows-as-bloomberg-now-pegs-approval-odds-at-95/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">approval odds</a> for spot XRP ETFs have been rising. Bloomberg ETF analysts recently placed the likelihood at 95%. Meanwhile, prediction market Polymarket shows an 80%–88% chance of approval in 2025.\r\n\r\nSeveral major asset managers, including 21Shares, Bitwise, Franklin Templeton, Grayscale, and WisdomTree, have filed applications. The U.S. SEC is currently reviewing them, with a decision deadline in October.","link":"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/15/pundit-predicts-xrp-should-be-around-20-to-50-when-first-wave-of-spot-xrp-etfs-go-live/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pundit-predicts-xrp-should-be-around-20-to-50-when-first-wave-of-spot-xrp-etfs-go-live","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 07:47:46 +0000","image":"https://thecryptobasic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/cropped-The-Crypto-Basic-Logo-small-5-32x32.png","source":"Latest Cryptocurrency News - The Crypto Basic","categories":["Market","Latest XRP (Ripple) News Today","Latest XRP ETF News Market Insights","XRP Price Prediction"],"aiCategory":"Price Prediction","xrpPrice":"3.04"},{"id":"1a21c6cefb35e285834699d60c15cb04","slug":"1a21c6ce-top-bitcoiner-wolf-of-all-streets-says-xrp-is-not-scam","title":"Top Bitcoiner “Wolf of All Streets” Says XRP is Not Scam","aiSummary":"• Scott Melker clarifies he does not believe XRP is a scam.  \n\n• XRP surged 10-33% amid political developments and speculation.  \n\n• Critics link XRP criticism to Bitcoin advocates' fears of XRP surpassing BTC.","metaDescription":"Scott Melker, \"The Wolf of All Streets,\" clarifies XRP's reputation, dismissing scam claims. He discusses price surges and altcoin dynamics. Discov...","content":"<b>Podcast host Scott Melker, known as “The Wolf of All Streets,” has clarified his stance on XRP following remarks that stirred strong reactions.</b>\r\n\r\nFor context, speaking on a previous podcast episode with Morgan Creek Capital CEO Mark Yusko, Melker <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/live/ByknE0IXGZU?si=1CR30B1vympXOdQx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">highlighted</a> notable gains in older cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and XRP. \r\n\r\nHe pointed out that Ethereum was up 9% and XRP was up 10% at the time of the show. Melker also noted that on the weekly time frame, ETH had risen 23% while XRP had jumped 33%.\r\n\"XRP Price Surge Doesn't Mean It Got Better\"\r\nThe impressive move prompted discussion about the factors driving the rally. Political developments at the time, including the passing of the GENIUS Act, were among the catalysts mentioned as fueling the altcoin pump.\r\n\r\nDuring the discussion, Yusko reiterated his long-standing skepticism toward XRP. He admitted to previously calling it “a scam” and stated that price increases do not necessarily reflect improvements in functionality.\r\n\r\n<i>\"The fact that an asset increases in price doesn't mean that the functionality got better. It just means there are more buyers than sellers, so the price rises,\" </i>Yusko remarked regarding XRP's surge.\r\n\r\nMoreover, he claimed that the price increase was also due to speculation about <a href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/07/here-is-xrp-price-if-governments-hold-it-as-part-of-their-crypto-reserves/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">XRP’s potential role in government </a>use cases. However, he stressed that there was no direct evidence for such plans.\r\nXRP Army Reacts\r\nXRP influencer “Digital Asset Investor” shared the exchange on X. He highlighted Yusko’s criticism and Melker’s reference to XRP as a “dinosaur altcoin.” \r\n\r\nAccording to him, the root of the criticism stems from the supposed fear among Bitcoin advocates that XRP could one day flip BTC. As a result, they continue to spread FUD, calling it a scam.\r\n\r\nOther voices, such as Brad Kimes of Digital Perspectives, also joined the conversation. Kimes expressed concern over what he perceives as deliberate efforts to prevent collaboration between the Bitcoin and XRP communities. \r\n\r\nReferring to the scheduling of Bitcoin Vegas and XRPLasVegas in 2026, Kimes <a href=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">noted</a> that there were no overlapping dates and no direct competition between the events. Yet, according to him, XRPLasVegas was blocked from using the same venue. He sees it as a sign of unnecessary resistance from the Bitcoin side.\r\n\r\nHe highlighted his intention to foster unity across blockchain communities, noting that he had invited notable Bitcoin figures such as Mark Yusko and Caitlin Long to participate just before <a href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/07/ripple-cto-invites-caitlin-long-to-fact-based-discussion-on-xrp-xrpl-and-rlusd/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">their public criticism of Ripple's application for a bank charter.</a>\r\n\"I Don't Think XRP Is a Scam\"\r\nResponding to the backlash, Melker stated that he does not believe XRP is a scam. He even said he doesn't spend much time thinking about the asset.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMelker also <a href=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">expressed</a> willingness to participate in XRPLasVegas 2026. Additionally, he teased an upcoming interview with the CEO of Flare, suggesting that he remains open to engaging with the XRP community despite past tensions.","link":"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/15/top-bitcoiner-wolf-of-all-streets-says-xrp-is-not-scam/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=top-bitcoiner-wolf-of-all-streets-says-xrp-is-not-scam","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 09:32:25 +0000","image":"https://thecryptobasic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/cropped-The-Crypto-Basic-Logo-small-5-32x32.png","source":"Latest Cryptocurrency News - The Crypto Basic","categories":["Market","Latest XRP (Ripple) News Today"],"aiCategory":"Opinion","xrpPrice":"3.04"},{"id":"0819e12d1058ea6fe9cf7305bc6d2d8b","slug":"0819e12d-here-are-returns-on-xrp-and-link-over-the-past-five-years","title":"Here are Returns on XRP and LINK Over the Past Five Years","aiSummary":"• XRP has gained 1,101% over five years, outperforming Chainlink's 188%.  \n\n• A $10,000 XRP investment five years ago would be worth $120,138 today.  \n\n• XRP's year-to-date increase is 50%, compared to Chainlink's 12%.","metaDescription":"XRP shines with impressive 5-year gains, outpacing Chainlink by nearly 6x. Discover why XRP might be your next big investment. Explore the full sto...","content":"<strong>Despite recent widespread skepticism, XRP has outperformed Chainlink over the past five years in investment returns.</strong>\r\nGrowing Comparisons Between XRP and Chainlink\r\nNotably, the crypto community has observed a massive surge in comparison involving XRP and Chainlink in recent times. These comparisons have dominated the scene, as Chainlink proponents insist their project has matured into what XRP supporters expected the XRPL to become.\r\n\r\nFor context, Chainlink has secured multiple partnerships with large institutions in the financial sector, with one of these <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/11/pundit-says-chainlink-not-xrp-is-better-positioned-to-work-with-swift/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">partnerships involving SWIFT</a>. In contrast, the XRPL has not gained as much ground with these prominent institutions despite several firms leveraging Ripple's payment solution for cross-border payments.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, the comparison recently evolved into price performances, as Chainlink community influencers insist that <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/14/here-is-how-high-chainlink-must-rise-to-overtake-xrp/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LINK is on the verge of surpassing XRP</a> despite being miles behind. In a recent instance, one investor claimed he regrets committing to XRP over the past five years instead of XRP. He suggested he has now divested all his holdings into LINK.\r\nXRP vs Chainlink: Which Has Had the Better 5 Years?\r\nHowever, a look at the performances of both assets within this five-year period shows this investor would have had more regrets if he had held LINK instead of XRP. Specifically, Dom Kwok, co-founder of EasyA, <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">shared market data</a> suggesting that XRP has appreciated 983% within the past five years, while LINK only gained 66% within this period.\r\n\r\nDom advised investors to actually look at the facts presented by real market data and not allow themselves to be swayed by comments from anonymous accounts who might have received payments to promote a particular asset. \r\n\r\nNotably, to confirm this difference in performance, we carried out independent market research. Data indicates that five years ago, in August 2020, <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/tag/ripple/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">XRP</a> opened trading at $0.2597. Today, with its price standing at $3.12, XRP has gained by an impressive 1,101% over the past five years.\r\n\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_134697\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-134697\" style=\"width: 1805px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><figure><img class=\"size-full wp-image-134697\" title=\"XRP 5 Year Performance\" src=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRP-5-Year-Performance.png\" alt=\"XRP 5 Year Performance\" width=\"1805\" height=\"841\"><figcaption>XRP 5 Year Performance</figcaption></figure><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-134697\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">XRP 5 Year Performance</figcaption></figure>\r\n\r\nIn contrast, LINK opened trading at $7.81. Now, with Chainlink's price hovering around $22.5, it has increased 188% in the last five years. This confirms that XRP has outperformed Chainlink by nearly 6x over the past five years. \r\n\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_134698\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-134698\" style=\"width: 1804px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><figure><img class=\"size-full wp-image-134698\" title=\"Chainlink 5 Year Performance\" src=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Chainlink-5-Year-Performance.png\" alt=\"Chainlink 5 Year Performance\" width=\"1804\" height=\"841\"><figcaption>Chainlink 5 Year Performance</figcaption></figure><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-134698\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chainlink 5 Year Performance</figcaption></figure>\r\nReturns on Investment in XRP and Chainlink\r\nTo put this into perspective, if you invested $10,000 in LINK five years ago, that investment would have grown to $28,809 at press time. However, a similar investment in XRP would have returned a much larger $120,138 today.\r\n\r\nInterestingly, even when considering shorter timeframes, XRP has outperformed LINK by a mile. For instance, year-to-date, XRP is up 50%. Meanwhile, LINK has only increased by 12% within this period. Also, last year, <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/13/chainlink-hits-24-for-first-time-since-february-analyst-now-targeting-29/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chainlink</a> closed with a 33.93% rise, while XRP saw a massive 237.9% increase.","link":"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/15/here-are-returns-on-xrp-and-link-over-the-past-five-years/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=here-are-returns-on-xrp-and-link-over-the-past-five-years","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:19:04 +0000","image":"https://thecryptobasic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRP-5-Year-Performance.png","source":"Latest Cryptocurrency News - The Crypto Basic","categories":["Market","Latest XRP (Ripple) News Today","XRP Price Prediction"],"aiCategory":"Price Prediction","xrpPrice":"3.04"},{"id":"5ead10a1f5282d6ed47cb7faf36723fa","slug":"5ead10a1-heres-how-300-monthly-in-xrp-could-grow-if-price-rises-95-per-year-until-2030","title":"Here’s How $300 Monthly in XRP Could Grow If Price Rises 95% Per Year Until 2030","aiSummary":"• Investing $300 monthly in XRP could grow to nearly $283,386 by 2030 with 95% annual growth.  \n\n• XRP's growth rate may surpass Bitcoin's due to higher volatility, potentially reaching 95% annually.  \n\n• XRP's current early market stage suggests significant growth potential for new investors.","metaDescription":"Invest $300 monthly in XRP and watch it grow 95% yearly until 2030. Discover potential gains and why investors believe XRP's market is still early. Ge","content":"<strong>How much would you make if you invested $300 every month into XRP while the price rises 95% a year until 2030?</strong>\r\n\r\nWhile XRP has grown significantly from its earliest price of around $0.005 to the current valuation, some analysts believe it still has more room for growth. Notably, during its earlier growth trajectory, investors who got in soon enough are now witnessing impressive gains on their investments.\r\nMarket Still Early?\r\nFor instance, last month, <em>The Crypto Basic </em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/07/02/if-you-had-invested-100-a-week-in-xrp-since-2015-could-you-retire-today/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">found that</a> if an investor had purchased $100 worth of XRP every month from May 2015 to June 2025, they would have spent a total of $53,600. However, this investment would be worth about $3.588 million, enough for most individuals to retire.\r\n\r\nWhile this sounds like an enticing prospect, most investors believe they missed the boat. However, several XRP community commentators have continued to suggest that the XRP market is still in its early phase, and XRP has much room for growth from here. For one, XRP community commentator Vincent Kennedy <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/07/24/pundit-says-when-youre-around-people-offline-bring-up-xrp-to-see-how-early-you-really-are/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">insists</a> any individual who enters the market now is still early.\r\n\r\nConsidering this, finance expert Coach JV <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/05/finance-coach-says-to-dca-into-xrp-for-10-years-to-transform-your-financial-future/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recently explored</a> an investment strategy where market participants DCA into XRP or Bitcoin over the next 10 years. For context, dollar cost averaging involves committing a set amount into an investment over a period of time regardless of the price movements.\r\nXRP Could Soar if Bitcoin Rallies Consistently \r\nThe trick is to take advantage of the asset's growth trajectory within this period. For instance, asset manager ARK Invest <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/04/25/ark-invest-raises-bitcoin-price-predictions-for-2030-300k-worst-case-2-4m-bull-case/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">predicts</a> a Bitcoin price of $2.4 million by 2030 for its bull case, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 72%. In simple terms, this means BTC would grow 72% every year until 2030.\r\n\r\nHowever, it is important to note that XRP, being a part of the broader crypto market, could benefit from this Bitcoin growth. In addition, XRP's growth rate could be slightly higher due to greater volatility. For instance, while BTC has grown 30.22% this year, XRP is up by a massive 56.7%. \r\n\r\nSo, if Bitcoin grew 72% a year, XRP could post a more substantial 95% gain within the same period. Such growth would bode well for any DCA strategy involving XRP from today. \r\nHow $300 Monthly Could Grow if XRP Gains 95% a Year\r\nSupposing an investor commits $300 into XRP every month from this month, August 2025, until the end of 2030, and XRP grows 95% each year, they could see impressive gains. Notably, a $300 monthly investment this year translates to a total commitment of $1,500 over the remaining five months. If XRP remains at $3.25, this would amass 461.5 XRP.\r\n\r\nOver the next five years, a consistent investment of $300 per month would translate to $3,600 a year, and with XRP's 95% growth each year, the amount of tokens this $3,600 would procure would keep reducing. For context, if XRP grows 95% next year, it would hit $6.33. At this price, $3,600 would amass 568 XRP tokens.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, a further 95% increase in 2027 would push the price to $12.35. With this price, the $3,600 would only get 291.3 XRP tokens. Notably, over time, the investor would have spent $19,500 on <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/tag/ripple/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">XRP</a> until 2030 and amassed a total of 1,586 XRP within this period.\r\n\r\nInterestingly, with XRP's projected growth rate, these tokens would present impressive yields. For context, a 95% CAGR would push XRP price to $178.68 by 2030. At this price, the investor's portfolio containing 1,586 XRP would be worth $283,386, representing gains of nearly $264,000 over five years.\r\n\r\nHowever, this evaluation assumes XRP grows 95% consistently for five consecutive years. While this is possible, the probability is extremely low due to the crypto market volatility. As a result, investors should not expect to meet such returns within the period of assessment.","link":"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/15/heres-how-300-monthly-in-xrp-could-grow-if-price-rises-95-per-year-until-2030/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=heres-how-300-monthly-in-xrp-could-grow-if-price-rises-95-per-year-until-2030","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 12:53:09 +0000","image":"https://thecryptobasic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/cropped-The-Crypto-Basic-Logo-small-5-32x32.png","source":"Latest Cryptocurrency News - The Crypto Basic","categories":["Market","Latest XRP (Ripple) News Today","XRP Price Prediction"],"aiCategory":"Price Prediction","xrpPrice":"3.04"},{"id":"d6b8e781a308923d1f669fccd7101dbf","slug":"d6b8e781-uber-drivers-know-xrp-is-the-one-says-analyst","title":"Uber Drivers Know XRP Is the One, Says Analyst","aiSummary":"• Uber drivers are reportedly trading XRP, indicating growing mainstream acceptance.  \n\n• XRP influencer Digital Asset Investor and attorney John Deaton highlight increased everyday recognition of XRP.  \n\n• Social experiment shows limited driver awareness, suggesting XRP's mainstream adoption is still in early stages.","metaDescription":"XRP gains traction as Uber drivers discuss the crypto's potential, signaling mainstream adoption. Discover why XRP is causing a buzz in everyday co...","content":"<b>Industry commentators confirm how real-life encounters suggest XRP is gaining mainstream acceptance, even among Uber drivers.</b>\r\n\r\nIn a recent episode of the Unchained podcast featuring Haseeb Qureshi, Robert Leshner, Tarun Chitra, and Tom Schmidt, the conversation turned to identifying “mania signals” that indicate widespread adoption.\r\n\r\nLeshner, CEO of Superstate, <a href=\"https://youtu.be/rF8TGVWWRTU?si=qdsQkkKxO3a9GjaE&amp;t=2735\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">compared</a> the phenomenon to the tech boom of the late 1990s, when everyone seemed to be talking about one thing.\r\n\r\nIn his own observation, Chitra, Managing Partner at Robot Ventures, noted that he had taken multiple Uber rides in which drivers were actively trading XRP. He noted that this recurring experience highlights growing urgency among everyday investors.\r\n\"Uber drivers know XRP is the one.\"\r\nXRP influencer Digital Asset Investor later amplified the comment on X, suggesting: <i>“Uber drivers know XRP is the one.”</i>\r\n\r\nAttorney John Deaton also shared his own experiences with Uber drivers. He revealed that during rides across Nevada and Michigan, drivers recognized him not as a former political candidate, but as “that XRP lawyer guy.”\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2023/06/26/deaton-says-sec-lawsuit-drew-millions-of-users-to-xrp/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Deaton</a> is well known in the XRP community for his advocacy during the now-concluded Ripple–SEC legal battle. Commenting on the tweet, attorney Bill Morgan remarked that Deaton's efforts in the lawsuit were indeed unforgettable. \r\n\r\nNotably, Deaton’s remarks came after Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart suggested that while institutional demand for an XRP ETF may initially be modest, retail interest could be substantial.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nReacting to Deaton's post, one crypto OG recounted how, while waiting for a flight, he struck up a conversation with a real estate developer about investments. To his surprise, the developer revealed that he had gone all-in on XRP five years ago and has been consistently accumulating ever since.\r\n\r\nThese encounters contribute to the growing narrative of mainstream interest in XRP among everyday people.\r\nSocial Experiment Challenges the Narrative\r\nNotably, the “Uber driver” theme surrounding XRP adoption has circulated online for months. This prompted Solana proponent Jakey to <a href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/07/21/are-uber-drivers-are-really-getting-rich-with-xrp-pundit-takes-25-rides-to-confirm/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">test the theory</a> by taking 25 Uber rides in Ontario, Canada, and asking each driver whether they held XRP.\r\n\r\nMost drivers responded with confusion or admitted to not owning any crypto at all. Only one driver reported holding XRP, having bought in at $1.67 and intending to hold long-term for its utility.\r\n\r\nJakey concluded that XRP either hasn’t yet reached true mainstream adoption, or that early holders may have already cashed out.\r\n\r\nHowever, reacting to Jakey’s findings, XRP researcher SMQKE argued that the results show <a href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/07/24/pundit-says-when-youre-around-people-offline-bring-up-xrp-to-see-how-early-you-really-are/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how early the market still is.</a>\r\n\r\nWith XRP currently trading at $3 and most retail investors still unaware of it, he believes institutions may be quietly accumulating while the majority of the public remains on the sidelines.","link":"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/15/uber-drivers-know-xrp-is-the-one-says-analyst/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uber-drivers-know-xrp-is-the-one-says-analyst","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 13:57:10 +0000","image":"https://thecryptobasic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/cropped-The-Crypto-Basic-Logo-small-5-32x32.png","source":"Latest Cryptocurrency News - The Crypto Basic","categories":["Market","Latest XRP (Ripple) News Today"],"aiCategory":"Adoption","xrpPrice":"3.04"},{"id":"810fe454e4280cf0e68b00b48b3c3a5a","slug":"810fe454-xrp-whales-buy-the-dip-120m-coins-accumulated-as-swift-sparks-bullish-buzz","title":"XRP Whales Buy the Dip: 120M Coins Accumulated as SWIFT Sparks Bullish Buzz","aiSummary":"• XRP whales bought 120 million coins worth $372 million during market dip.  \n\n• Whales also accumulated approximately 900 million XRP tokens in 48 hours.  \n\n• SWIFT official's comments on Ripple’s Rail deal sparked increased optimism and rivalry in cross-border payments.","metaDescription":"XRP whales seize $372M opportunity as SWIFT reacts to Ripple's $200M Rail deal. Discover the bullish buzz and strategic momentum driving XRP's futu...","content":"<div><h3>Whales Buy the Dip</h3><p>Amid XRP’s current swings, whales are doubling down, buying the dip instead of throwing in the towel.</p><p>Calling out this development, renowned market analyst Ali Martinez <a href=\"https://x.com/ali_charts/status/1956348400129241321\" target=\"_self\"><span>pointed out</span></a>, “120 million XRP bought up by whales on the dip.”</p><p>At the current price of $3.10, the 120 million XRP are worth a whopping $372 million, suggesting that whale confidence in the altcoin remains rock solid.</p><p>Meanwhile, in a swift market jolt, XRP whales scooped up roughly 900M tokens in just 48 hours this week, a buying spree first flagged by Martinez.</p><p>Therefore, these analyses by Martinez indicate that whales are continuously seizing the dip, a move that often signals strong confidence in the asset’s future.</p><h3>XRP Army Buzzes After SWIFT Executive Reacts to Ripple’s $200M Rail Acquisition</h3><p>The XRP Army has erupted after a senior SWIFT official appeared to publicly acknowledge Ripple’s strategic momentum following its reported $200 million agreement to acquire stablecoin-payments platform Rail, a deal that’s already reshaping the narrative around cross-border rails and stablecoin settlement. </p><p>A LinkedIn conversation<a href=\"https://x.com/SMQKEDQG/status/1956016875285979278?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1956016875285979278%7Ctwgr%5E833a09b905f34641f790898cbd90b476f2d11636%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2F36crypto.com%2Fxrp-community-reacts-after-swift-official-reportedly-comments-on-ripples-200m-purchase%2F\" target=\"_self\"><span> revealed</span></a> by crypto researcher SMQKE sent sentiment soaring when Franz Steinbeib called the Rail purchase 'Ripple’s $200M Checkmate.' </p><p>SWIFT’s Chief Innovation Officer Tom Zschach replied, 'Another “checkmate” moment,' noting the payments race is 'nowhere near over' and 'just got a little more crowded,' a brief remark that triggered optimism.</p><p>Many in the XRP camp saw Zschach’s words as grudging recognition. Analysts and social posts highlighted the exchange as proof that incumbents are monitoring Ripple, with the Rail deal accelerating its ability to connect stablecoins to bank-grade payout rails. </p><p>Supporters say the acquisition strengthens Ripple’s stack, linking RLUSD and Liquidity solutions to infrastructure banks and corporate trust.</p><p>On the other hand, skeptics read sarcasm in Zschach’s 'another' remark, noting SWIFT emphasized rivalry and regulatory oversight. </p><p>Nevertheless, the split reaction highlights a broader truth that competition between legacy networks and blockchain-native firms will intensify through standards, integrations, and regulatory frameworks, not a single decisive win.</p><p>This development is coming at a time when the established SWIFT network is facing growing pressure from faster, cheaper blockchain alternatives, such as the XRP Ledger (XRPL).</p><p>For instance, SWIFT’s transaction volume recently dropped by 15% whereas XRPL’s activity continued to surge. </p><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Zschach’s comment signals perspective. For XRP holders and payments architects, the Rail purchase and SWIFT’s response make it clear that the race to modernize cross-border settlement has accelerated, with victories to be decided by clients, compliance, and live integrations.</p><p>On the other hand, the substantial whale accumulation of 120 million XRP, reflects investor confidence in XRP's long-term prospects, even amid short-term market volatility.</p></div>","link":"https://coinpaper.com/10526/xrp-whales-go-all-in-120-m-coins-accumulated-as-swift-sparks-bullish-buzz","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:06:49 GMT","image":"https://res.coinpaper.com/coinpaper/f_webp,c_limit,w_1080,q_auto:good/shutterstock_1201390327_1_b0f05fe316.webp","source":"Coinpaper","categories":["News","Ripple"],"aiCategory":"Adoption","xrpPrice":"3.06"},{"id":"735fb4e5db0b0dfeb39108b42e20a395","slug":"735fb4e5-bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-teeter-following-inflation-scare-why-is-the-crypto-market-suddenly-on-edge","title":"Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Teeter Following Inflation Scare: Why Is The Crypto Market Suddenly On Edge?","aiSummary":"• Crypto market declines after inflation data shows PPI rising to 3.3%.  \n\n• Bitcoin drops below $119,000; XRP falls to around $3.1.  \n\n• Analyst links inflation surge to recent crypto selloff and market volatility.","metaDescription":"XRP, Bitcoin, and Ethereum face volatility as rising inflation rattles the crypto market. Discover insights into this sudden shift and what's next ...","content":"<p>Cryptocurrencies continue to struggle after Thursday&#8217;s producer price inflation data release, which may have derailed crypto&#8217;s <a href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/money/bitcoin-price-prediction\">near-term prospects</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>What Happened: </strong>Prominent analyst Benjamin Cowen <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdWvxD7-Di8\">attributes</a> the crypto selloff to a sharp rise in producer price index (PPI) inflation, which jumped from 2.3% to 3.3% year-over-year, well above expectations.</p>\n<p><strong>Bitcoin</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd\">BTC</a>) prices broke below $119,000, while <strong>XRP </strong>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd\">XRP</a>) also lost ground heading to around $3.1.</p>\n<p>He explains that PPI reflects upstream, wholesale inflation, while consumer price index (CPI) shows downstream, retail ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47157109/bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-teeter-following-inflation-scare-why-is-the-crypto-market-suddenly-on- alt=Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Teeter Following Inflation Scare: Why Is The Crypto Market Suddenly On Edge?>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p>","link":"https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47157109/bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-teeter-following-inflation-scare-why-is-the-crypto-market-suddenly-on-","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 14:33:05 +0000","image":"https://cdn.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/08/15/Antalya--Turkey---December-4--2024-Bitco_2.jpeg?optimize=medium&dpr=1&auto=jpg&height=480&width=720&fit=crop","source":"Cryptocurrency","categories":["$BTC","$XRP","Cryptocurrency","News","Top Stories","$BTC","$XRP","News","Cryptocurrency","Top Stories","Benzinga"],"aiCategory":"Market Analysis","xrpPrice":"3.07"},{"id":"a78f4f77b700edf3814656258eefb563","slug":"a78f4f77-xrp-down-6-in-1-week-as-eth-keeps-pumping-what-is-going-on","title":"XRP Down 6% In 1 Week As ETH Keeps Pumping: What Is Going On?","aiSummary":"• XRP declined 6% over the past week despite trader optimism.  \n\n• XRP dropped 7% in 15 minutes before rebounding after inflation data.  \n\n• Traders see the decline as a liquidity sweep, not a trend reversal.","metaDescription":"XRP drops 6% in a week amid ETH surge. Discover why traders stay optimistic about XRP's future. Is it a liquidity sweep or trend reversal? Read mor...","content":"<p><strong>XRP</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd\">XRP</a>) is down 6% over the past week, but traders remain upbeat about the token&#8217;s <a href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/money/ripple-xrp-price-prediction\">near-term prospects</a>.</p>\n<p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><br />\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Cryptocurrency</strong></td>\n<td><strong>Ticker</strong></td>\n<td><strong>Price</strong></td>\n<td><strong>Market Cap</strong></td>\n<td><strong>7-Day Trend</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>XRP</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd\">XRP</a>)</td>\n<td>$3.12</td>\n<td>&nbsp;$185.3 billion</td>\n<td>-6.1%&nbsp;</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Bitcoin</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd\">BTC</a>)</td>\n<td>$118,850.20</td>\n<td>&nbsp;$2.36 trillion</td>\n<td>+1.9%&nbsp;</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Ethereum</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd\">ETH</a>)</td>\n<td>$4,646.80</td>\n<td>&nbsp;$560.8 billion</td>\n<td>+19.1% </td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<p></p></figure></p>\n<p><strong>Trader Notes:</strong> XRP experienced a rapid 7% drop in a single 15-minute candle, sliding from $3.21 to $3.00 before quickly rebounding following Thursday&#8217;s inflation report. </p>\n<p>Casi Trades <a href=\"https://x.com/CasiTrades/status/1956010835739840621\">noted</a> the decline appears to be a liquidity sweep rather than a genuine trend reversal, with price holding critical Fibonacci ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47154180/xrp-down-6-in-1-week-as-eth-keeps-pumping-what-is-going-on alt=XRP Down 6% In 1 Week As ETH Keeps Pumping: What Is Going On?>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p>","link":"https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47154180/xrp-down-6-in-1-week-as-eth-keeps-pumping-what-is-going-on","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 13:38:03 +0000","image":"https://cdn.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/08/15/XRP-Ripple.jpeg?optimize=medium&dpr=1&auto=jpg&height=480&width=720&fit=crop","source":"Cryptocurrency","categories":["$BTC","$ETH","$XRP","Cryptocurrency","News","$ETH","$BTC","$XRP","News","Cryptocurrency","Benzinga"],"aiCategory":"Market Analysis","xrpPrice":"3.08"},{"id":"35cf2d16f39990d5cca01fa947cc6a0b","slug":"35cf2d16-xrp-open-interest-explodes-past-3b-as-ripple-ceo-hails-xrp-etf-revolution","title":"XRP Open Interest Explodes Past $3B as Ripple CEO Hails XRP ETF Revolution","aiSummary":"• XRP open interest exceeds $3 billion, indicating increased trader engagement and potential volatility.  \n\n• XRP futures market shows open interest reaching as high as $8.68 billion, reflecting rising speculative activity.  \n\n• Ripple CEO highlights XRP ETFs as a shift from retail speculation to institutional adoption.","metaDescription":"XRP open interest surges past $3B as Ripple CEO champions XRP ETF revolution, signaling a shift towards institutional adoption. Discover the potent...","content":"<div><h3>XRP Open Interest Surges Above $3 Billion</h3><p>XRP's open interest has <a href=\"https://coinmarketcap.com/community/post/366920749/\" target=\"_self\"><span>surged</span></a> back above $3 billion, signaling a notable shift in market dynamics. This resurgence follows months of subdued activity, indicating that traders are re-engaging with significant positions.</p><p>Open interest refers to the total value of outstanding futures and options contracts. An increase in open interest suggests that more traders are entering the market, often with leveraged positions, which can amplify price movements. The recent spike in XRP's open interest indicates a growing confidence among traders and a potential buildup of volatility.</p><p>This uptick in open interest coincides with XRP's price trading at $3.11, within a range between $3.04 and $3.14. Technical indicators suggest that XRP is approaching a critical juncture. </p><p>A breakout above the $3.40 resistance level could pave the way for a rally toward the $3.65 all-time high. Conversely, failure to maintain support at $3.00 might lead to a decline toward lower support levels.</p><p>The resurgence in open interest is also mirrored in the futures market. XRP futures have seen a significant increase in open interest, with some exchanges reporting levels as high as $8.68 billion. </p><p>This indicates a substantial influx of capital and heightened speculative activity. The weighted funding rate, a metric indicating the cost of holding long positions, has also risen, suggesting that traders are increasingly betting on upward price movements.</p><p>Market analysts view this resurgence as a precursor to potential increased volatility. The combination of rising open interest, technical resistance levels, and speculative positioning sets the stage for a significant price movement in the near future.</p><h3>XRP ETFs Offer a Paradigm Shift</h3><p>Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse is clear, “XRP ETFs represent the transition from speculative retail trading to institutional adoption.” </p><p>His words<a href=\"https://x.com/SMQKEDQG/status/1955594634236731456?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1955594634236731456%7Ctwgr%5E843198c045b2a7a7c296a075f7e58d03a0e9bcc4%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Ftimestabloid.com%2Fripple-ceo-drops-bombshell-on-xrp-etf-approval-and-when-trading-will-start%2F\" target=\"_self\"><span> capture</span></a> a simple market truth that exchange-traded funds (ETFs) don’t just expand access, they transform ownership and usage.</p><p>If XRP follows suit, the playbook is clear just like spot Bitcoin ETFs, a regulated XRP ETF would provide compliant custody, tickered access for institutions, and a frictionless path for long-term capital, potentially reshaping market structure as $65 billion did for Bitcoin.</p><p>The infrastructure is already in motion fast with major asset managers, such as Bitwise, Grayscale, and 21Shares, having already filed for XRP products, with U.S. regulators formally acknowledging several proposals, a key step signaling imminent approvals and listings.</p><p>Regulatory uncertainty around XRP has eased in 2025, such as the conclusion of the Ripple vs SEC case, paving the way for mainstream products, a backdrop fueling manager filings and Ripple CEO Garlinghouse’s optimism.</p><p>What Garlinghouse’s statement really signals is a change of narrative. ETFs recast XRP from an exchange-traded speculative token into an investable institutional asset class candidate, one that could sit alongside stocks and bonds in portfolios rather than only in crypto wallets. </p><p>If regulators and exchanges follow through, the next wave of inflows would be less about retail FOMO and more about strategic allocation, liquidity, and productized access, the hallmarks of institutional adoption.</p><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Garlinghouse’s point is precise that an approved XRP spot ETF would shift XRP from a retail-driven, OTC asset to a mainstream institutional investment.</p><p>Meanwhile, the resurgence of XRP's open interest above $3 billion is a clear indicator that traders are re-engaging with the asset. </p><p>This renewed interest, coupled with favorable legal developments, sets the stage for potential heightened volatility and significant price movements in the near future.</p></div>","link":"https://coinpaper.com/10522/xrp-open-interest-explodes-past-3-b-as-ripple-ceo-hails-xrp-etf-revolution","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 13:53:38 GMT","image":"https://res.coinpaper.com/coinpaper/f_webp,c_limit,w_1080,q_auto:good/shutterstock_708948487_1_433438e425.webp","source":"Coinpaper","categories":["News","Ripple"],"aiCategory":"ETF","xrpPrice":"3.08"},{"id":"7beef53f8eea037791c76dc087a27148","slug":"7beef53f-calm-before-the-rocket-xrps-256-day-standoff-poised-for-1015-breakout-amid-400m-upbit-surge","title":"Calm Before the Rocket: XRP’s 256-Day Standoff Poised for $10–$15 Breakout Amid $400M Upbit Surge","aiSummary":"• XRP has been in a 256-day sideways range, indicating potential for a major breakout.  \n\n• Analyst targets $10–$15 for XRP’s next surge, driven by prolonged consolidation.  \n\n• Upbit’s $400M XRP volume surge in South Korea signals strong regional demand and momentum.","metaDescription":"XRP poised for breakout after 256 days of consolidation! Upbit's $400M surge in South Korea drives buzz. Will XRP hit $10–$15? Follow the momentum ...","content":"<div><h3>XRP’s 256-Day Pause: Why Resilience Could Be Rewarded</h3><p>Technical analyst XRPunkie notes that XRP has been locked in a 256-day sideways range, a rare stretch that can precede explosive moves. </p><p>After testing investor patience, this prolonged consolidation could now be priming XRP for a decisive breakout, with XRPunkie eyeing a bold $10–$15 target.</p><p>Taking on X, formerly Twitter, the analyst <a href=\"https://x.com/Shawnmark7899/status/1956149208450523273\" target=\"_self\"><span>noted</span></a>, “XRP has been in the sideways range for the last 256 days. If you've been sitting throughout the last 8.5 months, didn't panic sell &amp;amp; totally unfazed, You definitely deserve to make money. We should be commencing our next leg up soon. $10-$15.”</p><p>Extended consolidations compress volatility and tighten trading ranges, setting the stage for explosive breakouts as stops thin and conviction builds. </p><p>XRP’s 256-day pause is long enough to draw interest from both long-term funds and agile traders poised for confirmation.</p><p>Therefore, XRPunkie’s $10–$15 target signals a multi-fold surge, a feat that would demand strong market confidence, favorable macro conditions, and substantial capital inflows.</p><p>Meanwhile, Renowned market analyst Ali Martinez recently acknowledged that XRP’s multi-year symmetrical triangle breakout in November 2024 can pave the way for a potential run to $12.60.</p><p>At the time of this writing, XRP was trading at the psychological price of $3.10, according to <a href=\"https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/xrp\" target=\"_self\"><span>CoinGecko data</span></a>. </p><h3>XRP’s Explosive Surge in South Korea</h3><p>Market analyst X Finance Bull is <a href=\"https://x.com/Xfinancebull/status/1955947520024072612\" target=\"_self\"><span>igniting</span></a> buzz across the crypto sphere, “BOOM! $XRP is exploding in South Korea. Upbit just pumped $400 million in XRP volume in 12 hours, blowing past Binance. When Asia starts the party… the rest of the world FOMOs in.”</p><p>While such fiery proclamations often lean on social media bravado, the underlying narrative is unmistakable that a significant surge in XRP trading activity spearheaded by Seoul-based exchange Upbit is stoking investor excitement and intriguing broader markets too.</p><h3>Why South Korea Matters</h3><p>South Korea’s crypto market, driven by an active retail base, reacts swiftly to price signals. When top exchange Upbit posts $400M in XRP volume over 12 hours, it signals surging demand, intense speculation, and strong potential for continued momentum.</p><p>Upbit recently witnessed a $61 million XRP transfer, triggering a crypto frenzy. </p><p>On the other hand, X Finance Bull highlights Upbit “blowing past Binance,” framing a story of regional strength challenging global dominance. </p><p>While Binance leads globally, Upbit’s sudden volume surge shows local trends, shaped by culture, regulation, and sentiment, can temporarily outpace the giants.</p><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>X Finance Bull underscores the market’s focus on regional catalysts. South Korea often sets trends, and XRP’s $400M 12-hour surge on Upbit reflects strong local demand with potential global ripple effects.</p><p>On the other hand, having endured a 256-day sideways storm, it remains to be seen whether XRP will witness a move toward the $10-$15 range. </p></div>","link":"https://coinpaper.com/10520/calm-before-the-rocket-xrp-s-256-day-standoff-poised-for-10-15-breakout-amid-400-m-upbit-surge","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 13:03:50 GMT","image":"https://res.coinpaper.com/coinpaper/f_webp,c_limit,w_1080,q_auto:good/shutterstock_1164782563_1_08c39f825a.webp","source":"Coinpaper","categories":["News","Ripple"],"aiCategory":"Price Prediction","xrpPrice":"3.12"},{"id":"284bb07f5d29e6347d97075fd3520088","slug":"284bb07f-xrps-quiet-week-may-end-loudly-on-chain-data-hints-at-breakout","title":"XRP’s Quiet Week May End Loudly: On-Chain Data Hints at Breakout","aiSummary":"• XRP's circulating supply on exchanges drops to 5.66%, indicating reduced selling pressure.  \n\n• On-chain data suggests XRP may be preparing for a breakout, with resistance at $3.34.  \n\n• Market analysis points to potential gains toward $3.66 if bullish momentum continues.","metaDescription":"XRP poised for breakout: On-chain data reveals reduced selling pressure, potential rally past $3.34. Explore if XRP can surge amid current market t...","content":"\n<p><strong>XRP has maintained a mostly sideways trading pattern over the past week. It faces resistance at $3.34 while finding support at $3.11.</strong></p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, new on-chain readings suggest that the altcoin may be quietly preparing for a significant upward move. This analysis holds the details.</p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bic-gutenberg-heading wp-heading wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-selling-pressure-eases-on-xrp\"><strong>Selling Pressure Eases on XRP</strong></h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Glassnode, the percentage of XRP’s circulating supply held on centralized exchanges has fallen in recent days. Now at a monthly low of 5.66%, it has dropped by 3% since August 9.</p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For token TA and market updates</strong>: Want more token insights like this? Sign up for Editor Harsh Notariya’s Daily Crypto Newsletter <a href=\"https://go.beincrypto.com/4lUzHZj\">here</a>.</p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/glassnode-studio_xrp-percent-balance-on-exchanges.png\" alt=\"\nXRP Percent Balance on Exchanges.\" class=\"wp-image-731304\" srcset=\"https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/glassnode-studio_xrp-percent-balance-on-exchanges.png 3200w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/glassnode-studio_xrp-percent-balance-on-exchanges-360x203.png 360w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/glassnode-studio_xrp-percent-balance-on-exchanges-850x478.png 850w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/glassnode-studio_xrp-percent-balance-on-exchanges-768x432.png 768w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/glassnode-studio_xrp-percent-balance-on-exchanges-1536x864.png 1536w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/glassnode-studio_xrp-percent-balance-on-exchanges-2048x1152.png 2048w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/glassnode-studio_xrp-percent-balance-on-exchanges-150x84.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 3200px) 100vw, 3200px\" /><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">XRP Percent Balance on Exchanges. Source: <a href=\"https://studio.glassnode.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Glassnode</a></figcaption></figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When the percentage of an asset’s circulating supply on centralized exchanges declines, fewer tokens are readily available for immediate selling. This reduction in exchange balances signals that investors are moving their holdings to long-term storage, reflecting increased confidence in the asset’s <a href=\"https://beincrypto.com/learn/xrp-ripple-price-prediction\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">future price performance. </a></p>\n\n\n\n<p>For XRP, the drop to a monthly low suggests that selling pressure is easing. This is significant given the token’s current sideways trend, as diminished sell-side liquidity may provide the conditions for a near-term breakout.&nbsp;</p>\n\n\n\n<p>Further, XRP’s liquidity heatmap shows a dense concentration of capital just above its current price level, at $3.4.&nbsp;</p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"3375\" height=\"2409\" src=\"https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRP-Liquidation-Heatmap2-week-2025-08-15_08_37_25.png\" alt=\"XRP Liquidation Heatmap\" class=\"wp-image-731307\" srcset=\"https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRP-Liquidation-Heatmap2-week-2025-08-15_08_37_25.png 3375w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRP-Liquidation-Heatmap2-week-2025-08-15_08_37_25-360x257.png 360w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRP-Liquidation-Heatmap2-week-2025-08-15_08_37_25-850x607.png 850w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRP-Liquidation-Heatmap2-week-2025-08-15_08_37_25-768x548.png 768w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRP-Liquidation-Heatmap2-week-2025-08-15_08_37_25-1536x1096.png 1536w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRP-Liquidation-Heatmap2-week-2025-08-15_08_37_25-2048x1462.png 2048w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRP-Liquidation-Heatmap2-week-2025-08-15_08_37_25-150x107.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 3375px) 100vw, 3375px\" /><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">XRP Liquidation Heatmap. Source: <a href=\"https://www.coinglass.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Coinglass</a></figcaption></figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Liquidation heatmaps identify price zones where clusters of leveraged positions are likely to be liquidated. Historically, these capital clusters <a href=\"https://beincrypto.com/xrp-price-eyes-bigger-breakout-next/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">attract short-term bullish</a> momentum as traders look to exploit these liquidity zones. </p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, this could act as a price magnet, drawing XRP higher to trigger liquidations and fill these orders.</p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bic-gutenberg-heading wp-heading wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-xrp-eyes-upside-to-3-66-as-market-faces-pullback-pressure\"><strong>XRP Eyes Upside to $3.66 as Market Faces Pullback Pressure</strong></h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Today’s broader market decline has pushed XRP to trade near support at $3.11. Strengthening bullish bias could drive an <a href=\"https://beincrypto.com/xrp-whales-accumulation-may-drive-price-to-ath/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">uptrend toward</a> $3.34. A successful breach of this barrier could open the door for extended gains to $3.66.</p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2770\" height=\"1372\" src=\"https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRPUSD_2025-08-15_08-39-03.png\" alt=\"XRP Price Analysis.\" class=\"wp-image-731308\" srcset=\"https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRPUSD_2025-08-15_08-39-03.png 2770w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRPUSD_2025-08-15_08-39-03-360x178.png 360w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRPUSD_2025-08-15_08-39-03-850x421.png 850w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRPUSD_2025-08-15_08-39-03-768x380.png 768w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRPUSD_2025-08-15_08-39-03-1536x761.png 1536w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRPUSD_2025-08-15_08-39-03-2048x1014.png 2048w, https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/XRPUSD_2025-08-15_08-39-03-150x74.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2770px) 100vw, 2770px\" /><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">XRP Price Analysis. Source: <a href=\"https://www.tradingview.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TradingView</a></figcaption></figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, if the support floor holding XRP’s consolidation fails and the token falls below the channel, bearish momentum <a href=\"https://beincrypto.com/xrp-price-nears-breakout-3-metrics-rally-delay/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">could take over. </a></p>\n\n\n\n<p>In such a scenario, XRP’s price could fall below the key $3 psychological level. It may even test $2.98 before finding some balance.</p>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https://beincrypto.com/xrp-price-eyes-breakout/\">XRP’s Quiet Week May End Loudly: On-Chain Data Hints at Breakout</a> appeared first on <a href=\"https://beincrypto.com\">BeInCrypto</a>.</p>\n","link":"https://beincrypto.com/xrp-price-eyes-breakout/","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 12:30:00 +0000","image":"https://beincrypto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/imagen-58.png","source":"Top Cryptocurrency News Today — BeInCrypto","categories":["Markets","Ripple (XRP) Analysis"],"aiCategory":"Market Analysis","xrpPrice":"3.12"},{"id":"6c30a00cdf299791b2234126bba7c58e","slug":"6c30a00c-bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-dogecoin-extend-pullback-but-traders-call-it-just-a-breather","title":"Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Extend Pullback But Traders Call It 'Just A Breather'","aiSummary":"• Cryptocurrency markets extend downtrend after inflation data release.  \n\n• XRP price remains around $3.10 amid overall market pullback.  \n\n• Bitcoin and Ethereum see mixed transaction activity, with significant trader liquidations.","metaDescription":"XRP and other cryptos dip post-inflation data, but traders see it as a pause. Explore the market trends and insights. Don't miss the latest updates! G","content":"<p>Cryptocurrency markets are trading lower early Friday morning, extending their downtrend after inflation data released on Thursday.</p>\n<p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><br />\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Cryptocurrency</strong></td>\n<td><strong>Ticker</strong></td>\n<td><strong>Price</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Bitcoin</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd\">BTC</a>)</td>\n<td>$118,996.80</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Ethereum</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd\">ETH</a>)</td>\n<td>$4,641.03</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Solana</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd\">SOL</a>)</td>\n<td>$194.91</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>XRP</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd\">XRP</a>)</td>\n<td>$3.10</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Dogecoin</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd\">DOGE</a>)</td>\n<td>$0.2308</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Shiba Inu</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd\">SHIB</a>)</td>\n<td>$0.00001299&nbsp;</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<p></p></figure></p>\n<p><strong>Notable Statistics:</strong></p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IntoTheBlock data shows Bitcoin and Ethereum large transaction decreased by 6% and grew 1.9%, respectively in a single day. Daily active addresses grew 9.4% and dropped 1.5%, respectively.</li>\n<li>Coinglass data shows 195,979 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $ $941.23 million.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>\n<li>SoSoValue data shows net inflows of $230.9 million into spot Bitcoin ETFs on Wednesday. Spot Ethereum ETFs saw net inflows of $639.6 million. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Trader Notes: </strong>Crypto trader CW pointed ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47151028/bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-dogecoin-extend-pullback-but-traders-call-it-just-a-breather alt=Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Extend Pullback But Traders Call It &#039;Just A Breather&#039;>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p>","link":"https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47151028/bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-dogecoin-extend-pullback-but-traders-call-it-just-a-breather","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 11:09:03 +0000","image":"https://cdn.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/08/15/Coin-Bitcoin--Eth-And-Xrp-On-Background-.jpeg?optimize=medium&dpr=1&auto=jpg&height=480&width=720&fit=crop","source":"Cryptocurrency","categories":["$BTC","$DOGE","$ETH","$SHIB","$SOL","$XRP","Cryptocurrency","News","$ETH","$BTC","$XRP","$SOL","$DOGE","$SHIB","News","Cryptocurrency","Benzinga"],"aiCategory":"Market Analysis","xrpPrice":"3.11"},{"id":"660ce432a447b7378919c6b82fad4adf","slug":"660ce432-xrp-price-epic-short-term-gains-forecasted-will-you-profit","title":"XRP Price: Epic Short Term Gains Forecasted: Will You Profit?","aiSummary":"• XRP broke out of a symmetrical triangle, signaling bullish momentum.  \n\n• Short-term targets include $3.38, with potential rise to $5 and $11 long-term.  \n\n• Factors boosting XRP include ETF momentum and expanding stablecoin market adoption.","metaDescription":"XRP price targets bullish gains amid technical breakout. Analysts predict epic short-term profits. Will you seize the opportunity to capitalize on ...","content":"\n<p>Ripple (XRP) is now eyeing new price levels, the ambitious one on top of it all. The token is now targeting new bullish price levels, pursuing these price spots in real time, especially in a short-term scenario. One analyst has come up with a breakthrough XRP price analysis, delivering major short-term gains that the token is currently placing its bet on. Are investors positioned for these gains that the token may soon usher in to enjoy the profits? Let&#8217;s find out. </p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https://watcher.guru/news/why-isnt-xrp-going-up-after-sec-lawsuit-win-whales-are-selling\">Why Isn’t XRP Going Up After SEC Lawsuit Win? Whales Are Selling!</a></strong></p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-xrp-new-short-term-price-targets-revealed\">XRP: New Short-Term Price Targets Revealed</h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"643\" height=\"413\" src=\"https://watcher.guru/news/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/chrome_Lt1tA4yT1m.png\" alt=\"XRP Breakout Nears\" class=\"wp-image-212472\" srcset=\"https://watcher.guru/news/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/chrome_Lt1tA4yT1m.png 643w, https://watcher.guru/news/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/chrome_Lt1tA4yT1m-300x193.png 300w, https://watcher.guru/news/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/chrome_Lt1tA4yT1m-380x244.png 380w, https://watcher.guru/news/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/chrome_Lt1tA4yT1m-550x353.png 550w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 643px) 100vw, 643px\" /><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: FXEmpire</figcaption></figure>\n\n\n\n<p>According to a notable cryptocurrency analyst, Ripple Van Winkle, XRP has recently broken out of the symmetrical triangle, a development that the token has been trapped in since July 2017. Now, XRP has started to carve its own narrative, sending bullish signals across the market. </p>\n\n\n\n<p>The XRP weekly chart is also showing a strong bullish momentum building. This momentum is signaling a shift to $3.38, which can later traverse to $5 if Ripple manages to break the resistance that it may encounter at the $3.40 price level. </p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>“XRP could be on the verge of an epic move. A long-term technical breakout has some traders eyeing $11 as the next big target. Here’s what’s happening. 1/ For nearly a year, $XRP was trapped in a symmetrical triangle. Price squeezed tighter and tighter until July—when it finally broke past the upper resistance. That’s when the tone shifted from neutral to bullish. 2/ The weekly chart shows XRP hit $3.38 before easing to $3.22. This isn’t weakness—it looks like a bullish flag: a pause before the next surge. 3/ Key levels ahead: $3.40 → First resistance. $5.75 → Major Fibonacci target. $11.20 → 1.618 extension, the ultimate bullish goal.</strong></p>\n\n\n\n<p>The token is now eyeing three major price moves with a spike to $11 on cards for the token to bank on. </p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-major-drivers-of-this-change-nbsp\">Major Drivers of This Change </h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Several factors have now been transforming XRP, including the buzzing ETF mix. The companies have long been exploring <a href=\"https://watcher.guru/news/ripple-xrp-etf-odds-now-at-88-after-sec-lawsuit-conclusion\">XRP ETF momentum,</a> which, once approved, could revolutionize XRP adoption. Moreover, with the growing stablecoin market practices, Ripple’s RLUSD is now targeting a bigger audience, attracting heavyweights such as <a href=\"https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/vivopower-stock-surges-after-acquiring-ripple-labs-shares-93CH-4183105\">Vivopower’s stake into Ripple Labs</a>.</p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https://watcher.guru/news/ripple-xrp-may-have-more-room-for-growth-than-bitcoin-heres-why\">Ripple XRP May Have More Room For Growth Than Bitcoin: Here’s Why</a></strong></p>\n","link":"https://watcher.guru/news/xrp-price-epic-short-term-gains-forecasted-will-you-profit","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 08:02:00 +0000","image":"https://watcher.guru/news/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/chrome_Lt1tA4yT1m.png","source":"Watcher Guru","categories":["XRP","ripple price prediction","ripple xrp","XRP Price Prediction"],"aiCategory":"Price Prediction","xrpPrice":"3.12"},{"id":"6e37ee18b55594d2fc6ec1c4f0e006fa","slug":"6e37ee18-exclusive-expert-says-xrp-price-hitting-1000-is-speculative-but-not-impossible","title":"Exclusive: Expert Says XRP Price Hitting $1000 Is ‘Speculative’ But ‘Not Impossible’","aiSummary":"• XRP currently trades near $3, with potential for future growth.  \n\n• Experts consider $1,000 XRP price highly speculative but not impossible.  \n\n• XRP's rise depends on global adoption and infrastructure shifts, not guaranteed.","metaDescription":"XRP's $1000 price target is speculative but possible. Experts weigh in on Ripple's future as a global payment standard. Will XRP soar? Read more now! ","content":"<img width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/19165832/XRP-Price-Prediction-2025-Analyst-Sees-5-As-XRP-Dominance-Breaks-Out-1024x536.webp\" class=\"webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image\" alt=\"XRP Price Prediction\" style=\"display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;\" link_thumbnail=\"\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/19165832/XRP-Price-Prediction-2025-Analyst-Sees-5-As-XRP-Dominance-Breaks-Out-1024x536.webp 1024w, https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/19165832/XRP-Price-Prediction-2025-Analyst-Sees-5-As-XRP-Dominance-Breaks-Out-300x157.webp 300w, https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/19165832/XRP-Price-Prediction-2025-Analyst-Sees-5-As-XRP-Dominance-Breaks-Out-768x402.webp 768w, https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/19165832/XRP-Price-Prediction-2025-Analyst-Sees-5-As-XRP-Dominance-Breaks-Out.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" /><p>The post <a href=\"https://coinpedia.org/news/exclusive-expert-says-xrp-hitting-1000-is-speculative-but-not-impossible/\">Exclusive: Expert Says XRP Price Hitting $1000 Is ‘Speculative’ But ‘Not Impossible’</a> appeared first on <a href=\"https://coinpedia.org\">Coinpedia Fintech News</a></p>\n\n<p>XRP, currently trading near $3, remains one of the most talked-about cryptocurrencies in the market. Whether it’s Ripple&#8217;s long legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or the massive price predictions circulating on social media, XRP always manages to stay in the spotlight. Price predictions range from $10 to $100, and in some cases, even $1,000, numbers that often spark debates among investors and fans.</p>\n\n\n\n<p>One common theory driving these high predictions is the belief that XRP could one day become a global payments standard, replacing the current banking settlement systems. Supporters argue that if such large-scale adoption were to happen, XRP’s value could rise “beyond all limits.”</p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, experts have issued warnings. In an interview with Coinpedia, Manhar Garegrat, Country Head at Liminal Custody, addressed these ambitious price targets. “As for the chatter around XRP hitting $1,000, that’s more speculative than grounded reality,” he said. “Such a valuation would require a drastic shift in global financial infrastructure and adoption. That said, it’s not completely impossible.”</p>\n\n\n\n<p>“While Ripple’s technology can complement global payment systems, it cannot completely replace SWIFT. The right approach would be coexisting with interoperability,” he said.&nbsp;</p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-xrp-price-dips-7\">XRP Price Dips 7%</h2>\n\n\n\n<p>XRP slipped a little today and is now sitting in a short-term support zone between $2.85 and $3.12. This area has been important in recent days and could help the price bounce back, but it’s not the strongest support unless buyers step in. Overall, the bigger trend is still upward, but XRP hasn’t managed to get past the key $3.40 resistance yet. Until it breaks that level, the price might keep moving sideways for a while.</p>\n\n\n\n<p>This drop looks more like a normal correction than the start of a big crash. For now, it’s a waiting game. XRP often stays quiet before making sudden, sharp moves, so holding above support could be the setup for the next big jump.</p>\n","link":"https://coinpedia.org/news/exclusive-expert-says-xrp-hitting-1000-is-speculative-but-not-impossible/","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 04:01:08 +0000","image":"https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/19165832/XRP-Price-Prediction-2025-Analyst-Sees-5-As-XRP-Dominance-Breaks-Out-1024x536.webp","source":"Latest News on Cryptocurrency News | Coinpedia.org","categories":["News","Crypto news","Ripple (XRP)"],"aiCategory":"Price Prediction","xrpPrice":"3.13"},{"id":"3a936a0a3ff6a4b7e0107b85c7262fcf","slug":"3a936a0a-exclusive-xrp-price-hitting-1000-is-more-speculative-than-ground-reality-but-not-impossible","title":"Exclusive: XRP Price Hitting $1000 Is ‘More Speculative’ Than ‘Ground Reality’ But ‘Not Impossible’","aiSummary":"• XRP currently trades near $3, amid legal battles and high social media predictions.\n\n• Experts consider XRP hitting $1,000 more speculative than realistic, requiring major infrastructure shifts.\n\n• XRP’s short-term support zone is between $2.85 and $3.12, with resistance at $3.40.","metaDescription":"Explore the speculative yet intriguing prospects of XRP reaching $1000. Can Ripple's potential shift global finance? Discover expert insights now. Get","content":"<img width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/19165832/XRP-Price-Prediction-2025-Analyst-Sees-5-As-XRP-Dominance-Breaks-Out-1024x536.webp\" class=\"webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image\" alt=\"XRP Price Prediction\" style=\"display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;\" link_thumbnail=\"\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/19165832/XRP-Price-Prediction-2025-Analyst-Sees-5-As-XRP-Dominance-Breaks-Out-1024x536.webp 1024w, https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/19165832/XRP-Price-Prediction-2025-Analyst-Sees-5-As-XRP-Dominance-Breaks-Out-300x157.webp 300w, https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/19165832/XRP-Price-Prediction-2025-Analyst-Sees-5-As-XRP-Dominance-Breaks-Out-768x402.webp 768w, https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/19165832/XRP-Price-Prediction-2025-Analyst-Sees-5-As-XRP-Dominance-Breaks-Out.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" /><p>The post <a href=\"https://coinpedia.org/news/exclusive-xrp-price-hitting-1000-is-more-speculative-than-ground-reality-but-not-impossible/\">Exclusive: XRP Price Hitting $1000 Is ‘More Speculative’ Than ‘Ground Reality’ But ‘Not Impossible’</a> appeared first on <a href=\"https://coinpedia.org\">Coinpedia Fintech News</a></p>\n\n<p>XRP, currently trading near $3, remains one of the most talked-about cryptocurrencies in the market. Whether it’s Ripple&#8217;s long legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or the massive price predictions circulating on social media, XRP always manages to stay in the spotlight. Price predictions range from $10 to $100, and in some cases, even $1,000, numbers that often spark debates among investors and fans.</p>\n\n\n\n<p>One common theory driving these high predictions is the belief that XRP could one day become a global payments standard, replacing the current banking settlement systems. Supporters argue that if such large-scale adoption were to happen, XRP’s value could rise “beyond all limits.”</p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, experts have issued warnings. In an interview with Coinpedia, Manhar Garegrat, Country Head at Liminal Custody, addressed these ambitious price targets. “As for the chatter around XRP hitting $1,000, that’s more speculative than grounded reality,” he said. “Such a valuation would require a drastic shift in global financial infrastructure and adoption. That said, it’s not completely impossible.”</p>\n\n\n\n<p>“While Ripple’s technology can complement global payment systems, it cannot completely replace SWIFT. The right approach would be coexisting with interoperability,” he said.&nbsp;</p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-xrp-price-dips-7\">XRP Price Dips 7%</h2>\n\n\n\n<p>XRP slipped a little today and is now sitting in a short-term support zone between $2.85 and $3.12. This area has been important in recent days and could help the price bounce back, but it’s not the strongest support unless buyers step in. Overall, the bigger trend is still upward, but XRP hasn’t managed to get past the key $3.40 resistance yet. Until it breaks that level, the price might keep moving sideways for a while.</p>\n\n\n\n<p>This drop looks more like a normal correction than the start of a big crash. For now, it’s a waiting game. XRP often stays quiet before making sudden, sharp moves, so holding above support could be the setup for the next big jump.</p>\n","link":"https://coinpedia.org/news/exclusive-xrp-price-hitting-1000-is-more-speculative-than-ground-reality-but-not-impossible/","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 04:01:08 +0000","image":"https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/19165832/XRP-Price-Prediction-2025-Analyst-Sees-5-As-XRP-Dominance-Breaks-Out-1024x536.webp","source":"Latest News on Cryptocurrency News | Coinpedia.org","categories":["News","Crypto news","Ripple (XRP)"],"aiCategory":"Price Prediction","xrpPrice":"3.12"},{"id":"3e19d3b2ec181c0d6f9ea395be18619e","slug":"3e19d3b2-why-is-crypto-market-crashing-today-xrp-price-dips-6-btc-and-eth-follow","title":"Why is Crypto Market Crashing Today? XRP Price Dips 6%, BTC And ETH Follow","aiSummary":"• XRP dropped 6.38%, erasing weekly gains amid broader crypto market decline.  \n\n• Bitcoin fell 3.72%, trading near $118,895, with Ethereum down 2.57% to $4,635.  \n\n• Market decline triggered by higher-than-expected U.S. PPI data, reducing odds of Fed rate cuts.","metaDescription":"XRP price drops 6% amid crypto market crash; BTC and ETH follow. Discover factors behind the decline and what's next for Ripple. Stay informed now! Ge","content":"<img width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20154725/Bitcoin-Price-Crash-Ahead-CryptoQuant-Flags-Historic-Demand-Collapse-1024x536.webp\" class=\"webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image\" alt=\"Crypto Crash\" style=\"display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;\" link_thumbnail=\"\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20154725/Bitcoin-Price-Crash-Ahead-CryptoQuant-Flags-Historic-Demand-Collapse-1024x536.webp 1024w, https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20154725/Bitcoin-Price-Crash-Ahead-CryptoQuant-Flags-Historic-Demand-Collapse-300x157.webp 300w, https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20154725/Bitcoin-Price-Crash-Ahead-CryptoQuant-Flags-Historic-Demand-Collapse-768x402.webp 768w, https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20154725/Bitcoin-Price-Crash-Ahead-CryptoQuant-Flags-Historic-Demand-Collapse.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" /><p>The post <a href=\"https://coinpedia.org/news/why-is-crypto-market-crashing-today-xrp-price-dips-6-btc-and-eth-follow/\">Why is Crypto Market Crashing Today? XRP Price Dips 6%, BTC And ETH Follow</a> appeared first on <a href=\"https://coinpedia.org\">Coinpedia Fintech News</a></p>\n\n<p>The cryptocurrency market faced a broad decline in the past 24 hours, with total market capitalization slipping 3.49% to $4.03 trillion. The drop follows a week of strong gains, during which Bitcoin hit fresh highs above $124,000. The Altcoin Season Index sits at 44/100, indicating that Bitcoin remains dominant, but altcoins are slowly gaining traction.</p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bitcoin Leads the Decline but Holds Above $118K</strong></p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bitcoin (BTC) has pulled back 3.72% over the last 24 hours, trading near $118,895. This sell-off may simply be a cooling phase after overbought conditions, with Bitcoin still holding above important support levels.</p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ethereum (ETH) fell 2.57% to around $4,635, giving back part of its recent 19% weekly gain. Solana (SOL) dropped 4.55% to $193.87, showing sharper losses as traders locked in profits after its recent double-digit surge. Cardano (ADA) was down 3.27% to $0.9288, extending its recent struggles to hold above the $1 mark.</p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dogecoin and XRP See Steeper Losses</strong></p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meme favorite Dogecoin (DOGE) was one of the bigger losers in the top 10, dropping 8.72% to $0.2273.XRP (XRP) also posted a notable 6.38% drop to $3.10, erasing a chunk of its weekly gains.&nbsp;</p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why the Market is Falling</strong></p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the main triggers behind the sudden pullback is fresh macroeconomic data from the U.S. July’s core Producer Price Index (PPI) came in at 0.9%, higher than market expectations. This reading reduces the odds of the U.S. Federal Reserve cutting interest rates in September, a move that had been partly priced in by risk assets like crypto.&nbsp;</p>\n\n\n\n<p>The disappointing inflation signal sparked a “risk-off” shift among investors, leading to sell-offs across equities and digital assets. The market is now bracing for the upcoming August 22 FOMC meeting, where Fed minutes will be released and officials are expected to give fresh guidance ahead of September’s policy decision.</p>\n","link":"https://coinpedia.org/news/why-is-crypto-market-crashing-today-xrp-price-dips-6-btc-and-eth-follow/","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 02:47:50 +0000","image":"https://image.coinpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20154725/Bitcoin-Price-Crash-Ahead-CryptoQuant-Flags-Historic-Demand-Collapse-1024x536.webp","source":"Latest News on Cryptocurrency News | Coinpedia.org","categories":["News","Crypto news"],"aiCategory":"Market Analysis","xrpPrice":"3.11"},{"id":"c66303e90c587892d06fb453298500fe","slug":"c66303e9-bitcoin-tanks-on-hot-ppi-inflation-ethereum-dogecoin-xrp-follow-analyst-charts-course-for-btcs-likel","title":"Bitcoin Tanks On Hot PPI Inflation; Ethereum, Dogecoin, XRP Follow: Analyst Charts Course For BTC's Likely Moves","aiSummary":"• XRP dropped 6.60% amid broader crypto market decline following inflation data.  \n\n• Bitcoin fell below $118,000 after reaching $124,000, with liquidations exceeding $1 billion.  \n\n• Ethereum and other altcoins also declined sharply, reflecting reduced risk appetite.","metaDescription":"XRP drops 6.6% as Bitcoin crashes below $118K amidst hot PPI inflation. Ethereum, Dogecoin also affected. Discover analysts' insights on BTC's next...","content":"<p>Leading cryptocurrencies dived on Thursday after hotter-than-expected wholesale inflation tempered risk appetite.</p>\n<p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><br />\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Cryptocurrency</strong></th>\n<th><strong>Gains +/-</strong></th>\n<th><strong>Price (Recorded at 9:30 p.m. ET)</strong></th>\n</tr>\n</thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Bitcoin </strong>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd\">BTC</a>)</td>\n<td>-4.09%</td>\n<td>$118,590.95</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Ethereum</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd\">ETH</a>)<br /><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></td>\n<td>-2.85%</td>\n<td>$4,608.59</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>XRP</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd\">XRP</a>)<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></td>\n<td>-6.60%</td>\n<td>$3.09</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Solana</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd\">SOL</a>)<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></td>\n<td>-5.02%</td>\n<td>$193.61</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Dogecoin</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd\">DOGE</a>)<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></td>\n<td>-8.64%</td>\n<td>$0.2253</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<p></p></figure></p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crypto Liquidations Hit $1 Billion</h2>\n<p><strong>Bitcoin </strong>plummeted below $118,000 after reaching a new high of $124,000 on Wednesday. The apex cryptocurrency pared losses overnight after reentering $118,000.</p>\n<p>The asset took another blow after Treasury Secretary<strong> Scott Bessent</strong> said that the <a href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47122642/us-treasury-freezes-bitcoin-purchases-heres-what-scott-bessent-plans-to-do-instead#google_vignette\">government will not be buying additional BTC</a> for the strategic national reserve.</p>\n<p><strong>Ethereum</strong> took a U-turn after getting close to breaking its previous record. Major altcoins like <strong>XRP </strong>and <strong>Solana </strong>also felt the pinch.</p>\n<p>Over $1 billion was liquidated from the market over the last 24 hours, with bullish long traders losing over $873 million.</p>\n<p>Both Bitcoin and Ethereum recorded a marked dip in open interest in the last 24 hours. Interestingly, <strong>Binance </strong>futures traders bought the dip, with more than 55% of the accounts positioned long.</p>\n<p>The \"Greed\" sentiment tanked from ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/node/47145510 alt=Bitcoin Tanks On Hot PPI Inflation; Ethereum, Dogecoin, XRP Follow: Analyst Charts Course For BTC&#039;s Likely Moves>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p>","link":"https://www.benzinga.com/node/47145510","pubDate":"Fri, 15 Aug 2025 02:19:00 +0000","image":"https://cdn.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/08/14/Antalya--Turkey---December-4--2024-Bitco_0.jpeg?optimize=medium&dpr=1&auto=jpg&height=480&width=720&fit=crop","source":"Cryptocurrency","categories":["$BTC","$DOGE","$ETH","$SOL","$XRP","BTC","Cryptocurrency","News","stocks","Markets","Movers","Trading Ideas","BTC","US2036121067","$ETH","$BTC","$XRP","$SOL","$DOGE","News","Cryptocurrency","Markets","Movers","Trading Ideas","Benzinga"],"aiCategory":"Market Analysis","xrpPrice":"3.10"},{"id":"2f5f418de02c7f065c02b2332365fd2e","slug":"2f5f418d-will-bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-dogecoin-hold-key-levels-before-major-market-shifts","title":"Will Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Hold Key Levels, 'Before Major Market Shifts?'","aiSummary":"• XRP trading at $3.09 amid overall market decline.  \n\n• Bitcoin and Ethereum saw increased large transactions, up 4% and 18.7%.  \n\n• Over $1 billion liquidated in 24 hours; market faces major shifts before potential recovery.","metaDescription":"XRP faces pivotal market levels amid crypto volatility. Will Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Dogecoin withstand inflation shocks? Discover key insights...","content":"<p>Cryptocurrency markets are trading lower as overshooting producer price inflation stopped the altcoin rally.</p>\n<p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><br />\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Cryptocurrency</strong></td>\n<td><strong>Ticker</strong></td>\n<td><strong>Price</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Bitcoin</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd\">BTC</a>)</td>\n<td>$118,203.36</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Ethereum</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd\">ETH</a>)</td>\n<td>$4,562.59</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Solana</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd\">SOL</a>)</td>\n<td>$194.91</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>XRP</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd\">XRP</a>)</td>\n<td>$3.09</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Dogecoin</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd\">DOGE</a>)</td>\n<td>$0.2247</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Shiba Inu</strong></td>\n<td>(CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd\">SHIB</a>)</td>\n<td>$0.00001293</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<p></p></figure></p>\n<p><strong>Notable Statistics:</strong></p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IntoTheBlock data shows Bitcoin and Ethereum large transaction increased by 4% and grew 18.7%, respectively in a single day. Daily active addresses grew 0.2% and 1.2%, respectively.</li>\n<li>Coinglass data shows 220,452&nbsp;traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $1.05 billion.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>\n<li>The top losers in the past 24 hours include <strong>Pudgy Penguins</strong> (CRYPTO: PENGU), <strong>SPX6900</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class=\"ticker\" href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/quote/\">SPX</a>) and <strong>Virtuals Protocol</strong> (CRYPTO: VIRTUAL).</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Notable Developments:</strong></p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47133175/420-million-wiped-out-in-20-minutes-what-the-inflation-shock-reveals-about-bitcoin-ethereum\">$420 Million Wiped Out In 20 Minutes — What The Inflation Shock Reveals About Bitcoin, Ethereum</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47133572/ease-protocol-rolls-out-government-and-enterprise-grade-blockchain-tools-for-real-world-applications\">EASE Protocol Rolls Out Government And Enterprise-Grade Blockchain Tools For Real-World Applications</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/08/47128476/bullish-blsh-makes-explosive-market-debut-stock-soars-post-ipo\">Bullish (BLSH) Makes Explosive Market Debut, Stock Soars Post-IPO</a></li>\n<li><a ...</li></ul><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47137887/will-bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-dogecoin-hold-key-levels-before-major-market-shifts alt=Will Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Hold Key Levels, &#039;Before Major Market Shifts?&#039;>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p>","link":"https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47137887/will-bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-dogecoin-hold-key-levels-before-major-market-shifts","pubDate":"Thu, 14 Aug 2025 20:05:13 +0000","image":"https://cdn.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/08/14/Bitcoin-Halving--Block-Reward-Gets-Cut-I.jpeg?optimize=medium&dpr=1&auto=jpg&height=480&width=720&fit=crop","source":"Cryptocurrency","categories":["$BTC","$DOGE","$ETH","$SHIB","$SOL","$SPX","$SPX","$XRP","Cryptocurrency","News","Top Stories","$SPX","$SPX","$ETH","$BTC","$XRP","$SOL","$DOGE","$SHIB","News","Cryptocurrency","Top Stories","Benzinga"],"aiCategory":"Market Analysis","xrpPrice":"3.07"},{"id":"1bd110eca0e34c11786a710297b38b55","slug":"1bd110ec-why-xrp-is-dumping-while-cardano-is-pumping-analysis","title":"Why XRP Is Dumping While Cardano Is Pumping: Analysis","metaDescription":"XRP dives on inflation worries, while Cardano soars on ETF excitement. Discover if ADA's $1 target is realistic. Dive into the latest analysis now! Ge","content":"While XRP tanks on hot inflation data, Cardano rockets on ETF buzz. Is $1 for ADA really in sight? Here's what the charts say.","link":"https://decrypt.co/335317/why-xrp-dumping-cardano-price-pumping-analysis","pubDate":"Thu, 14 Aug 2025 19:19:45 +0000","image":"https://cdn.decrypt.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/cardano-decrypt-style-gID_7.jpg","source":"Decrypt","categories":["Markets"],"xrpPrice":"3.09"},{"id":"de8a0fc9faee2c57db7d213b1e3488f0","slug":"de8a0fc9-myriad-moves-where-are-ethereum-solana-and-xrp-prices-headed-next","title":"Myriad Moves: Where Are Ethereum, Solana and XRP Prices Headed Next?","metaDescription":"Explore Ethereum, Solana, and XRP price forecasts. Will the bull run endure or face hurdles? Stay informed on the next market moves. Read more now! Ge","content":"Will the bull run continue? Top Myriad markets this week involve the next price movements for Ethereum, XRP, and Solana.","link":"https://decrypt.co/335282/myriad-moves-where-ethereum-solana-xrp-prices-headed-next","pubDate":"Thu, 14 Aug 2025 17:46:48 +0000","image":"https://cdn.decrypt.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ethereum-decrypt-style-08-scaled-gID_7.jpeg","source":"Decrypt","categories":["Markets"],"xrpPrice":"3.07"},{"id":"debe6ff36018aac82b8b657f3ce34d5d","slug":"debe6ff3-here-is-how-high-chainlink-must-rise-to-overtake-xrp","title":"Here is How High Chainlink Must Rise to Overtake XRP","aiSummary":"• Chainlink needs to reach approximately $286 per token to surpass XRP's market cap.\\n\\n• XRP trades at $3.27 with a market cap of $194.17 billion, ranking third.\\n\\n• Chainlink's recent activity and positive sentiment indicate growing momentum despite lower market cap.","metaDescription":"Can Chainlink's momentum propel it past XRP? Explore how LINK's rise in DeFi differs from XRP and what it would take for LINK to overtake its rival. G","content":"<strong>Lately, conversations comparing Chainlink and XRP have taken over parts of the crypto community. However, how high would LINK need to rise to surpass XRP?</strong>\r\n\r\nNotably, Chainlink has been enjoying a new sense of optimism, while XRP's sentiment has felt more cautious after weeks of <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/12/analyst-says-you-must-be-so-naive-to-think-xrp-will-remain-at-3/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trading around the $3 level</a>. \r\nXRP and Chainlink Comparisons Gain Steam\r\nAmid this contrast in sentiments, several community figures have taken to comparing XRP with LINK. Market analyst Miles Deutscher suggested that Chainlink is one of the smarter plays this season. One of the reasons behind his sentiment is LINK's adoption outlook in comparison with XRP.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSpecifically, Deutscher revealed that XRP's DeFi total value locked is around $85 million, while Chainlink secures a massive $84.65 billion. This is more than 1,000 times the capital on-chain compared to XRP, and Chainlink's market share in DeFi now sits at 68%.\r\n\r\nYet, despite this large gap, XRP's market cap is still about 12.1 times larger. As a result of this, Deutscher <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">believes</a> LINK offers more value at its current price.\r\n\r\nHowever, many traders argue these comparisons don't make much sense because the two projects serve different purposes and can work together without stepping on each other's toes. \r\n\r\nEven so, the comparisons haven't stopped, and several Chainlink supporters are confident LINK will eventually pass XRP, despite the two sitting far apart in market cap rankings.\r\nHow High Must Chainlink Climb to Surpass XRP?\r\nRight now, XRP trades at $3.27, giving it a market cap of $194.17 billion with a circulating supply of 59.3 billion tokens. This makes it the third-largest cryptocurrency. On the other hand, Chainlink trades for $23.64 with a market cap of $16.025 billion and a circulating supply of 678.09 million tokens, placing it in 11th place.\r\n\r\nNotably, for LINK to match <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/08/xrp-overtakes-uber-in-market-cap-sets-sights-on-200b-valuation/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">XRP's valuation</a>, its market cap would need to jump by about 1,111% to hit $194.17 billion. If its supply stays close to 678.09 million, the price would have to reach roughly $286 per token. \r\n\r\nInterestingly, hitting that milestone would smash its previous market cap record of $22.8 billion from May 2021 and set a new all-time high well above its prior peak of $53.02.\r\n\r\nIn the past week, LINK has pulled ahead of XRP in short-term gains, rising 40.67% compared to XRP's 9.39% increase. However, looking at the bigger picture, XRP has had a stronger run. \r\n\r\nSince January, XRP is up 56.38%, while LINK has risen 18.17%. Over the last year, XRP has surged 424% compared to LINK's 82%. Despite this, Chainlink's recent momentum has caught attention.\r\nRecent Chainlink Momentum Boosting Sentiments\r\nAnalytics firm Santiment <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">reported</a> that Chainlink activity is heating up. It recorded 6,463 active addresses, the highest in eight months, and 4,624 whale transactions over $100,000, a seven-month high. The platform also noted that social sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with about 3.3 bullish comments for every bearish one, the most upbeat outlook since Feb. 1.\r\n\r\n<figure style=\"width: 2992px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img src=\"https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GyQYM5XXMAApD09?format=jpg&amp;name=4096x4096\" alt=\"Chainlink Seeing Improving Metrics Santiment\" width=\"2992\" height=\"1678\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chainlink Seeing Improving Metrics | Santiment</figcaption></figure>\r\n\r\nRecently, Chainlink community advocate <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/11/pundit-says-chainlink-not-xrp-is-better-positioned-to-work-with-swift/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zach Rynes claimed</a> that LINK has become what many people once thought XRP would be: a project working with the world's biggest institutions to move onto blockchain. \r\n\r\nHe suggested that while many saw XRP as the \"banker coin\" that might replace Swift, Chainlink has actually been partnering with major financial players, including Swift itself, to bring blockchain and tokenized assets into real-world use. \r\n\r\nRynes admitted that the two projects don't compete directly, with XRP being a blockchain and Chainlink acting as a bridge between blockchains and banks. However, he still claimed they share a similar narrative in people's minds.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, XRP community commentator Alex Cobb <a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">suggested</a> that there appears to be a strange mood around XRP. He pointed out that XRP is just under its all-time high and is the top-performing asset year-over-year in the top 100, yet many traders are bearish and think LINK will surpass it. To him, this shows the $3 level is now XRP's new normal, as it could surge further from here.","link":"https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/14/here-is-how-high-chainlink-must-rise-to-overtake-xrp/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=here-is-how-high-chainlink-must-rise-to-overtake-xrp","pubDate":"Thu, 14 Aug 2025 08:25:23 +0000","image":"https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GyQYM5XXMAApD09?format=jpg&amp;name=4096x4096","source":"Latest Cryptocurrency News - The Crypto Basic","categories":["Market","Latest XRP (Ripple) News Today"],"aiCategory":"Price Prediction","xrpPrice":"3.11"}],"total":1994}