The popular cryptocurrency XRP, which is currently the third biggest digital asset on the market with a capitalization of around $160 billion, may be poised for a significant price appreciation. At least at such an opportunity hints a fresh outlook from prominent analyst Ali Martinez.

While most investors consider competition to be something that's relevant for companies, it's relevant for cryptocurrencies, too, even leaders like Solana (SOL -1.11%) and the second-largest cryptocurrency, Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH). In fact, the rivalry between these two chains is heating up -- and there's a clear winner so far.

Solana is trading within a parallel channel, signaling potential for a rebound, provided it maintains key support at $190.

XRP price potential push to a new all-time high is in focus as the SEC's evolving crypto stance, key resistance levels, and bullish analyst forecasts suggest potential gains ahead.

According to recent data, the Ripple-affiliated XRP cryptocurrency is far more popular with Japanese investor compared to Ethereum (ETH).

XRP (XRP -1.93%) is a favorite investment of many cryptocurrency enthusiasts, and for good reason. Its usage as a medium of exchange for international money transfers means that banks and perhaps even governments will continue to find a reason to buy and retain the coin, even in the face of other fintechs offering similar services, and despite the presence of deeply entrenched competition in international transfers.

XRP broke above the pivotal 50-day exponential moving average (EMA) in its biggest breakout since 2024. Many people view this technical move as a bullish indicator, indicating that the market might be moving in bulls' favor.

RLUSD's total supply soars to hit $120 million as XRPL holdings hit 37.5 million.

Last week, the cryptocurrency market was pretty unstable because of the latest inflation reports. This caused prices of many altcoins like BNB, Litecoin, and XRP to correct downward, hovering around dips.

The crypto world is seeing an interesting show as people who used to be against XRP suddenly change their minds. At the center of this development is Davinci Jeremie, who was once known as “the biggest XRP hater” but now predicts that the coin will reach a price of $20 to $24.

XRP has recently regained its bullish market structure, demonstrating a shift in momentum. Over the last 48 hours, XRP's price surged past critical resistance zones, particularly the $2.5-$2.7 range.

The Binance Coin price has done well in the past few days as investors cheered its ecosystem growth. The BNB coin price jumped to a high of $657 on Sunday, and is a few points below its all-time high of $800.

The XRP Ledger (XRPL) ecosystem is surging, with its top cryptocurrencies leading the market's gainers at last check early Sunday morning. Over the past seven days, XRP has climbed 11.8%, while Sologenic (SOLO) and Coreum (COREUM) soared 21.6% and 21.

SEC's shift on XRP-spot ETFs sparks investor interest. Could approval drive XRP past $3.55, or will regulatory hurdles cap gains?

Ripple's XRP is currently down by more than one percent and is trading at $2.78. For a breakout confirmation, XRP needs to break above the swing high of $2.80, reached on February 4th. Until it sees a confirmed breakout, the market could still face resistance.

The cryptocurrency market is actively discussing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) latest acknowledgment of XRP-related Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). While some believe this signals XRP's classification as a commodity, the SEC has not made an official statement confirming its status.

Under new SEC leadership, excitement is building around XRP as crypto exchange Bitrue hints at major developments. In a recent post on X, Bitrue urged the community to pay close attention, suggesting that something big is brewing. The message quickly gained traction, sparking speculation about what's driving the surge in XRP's price and market activity.

Solana (SOL) has quickly gained traction as a leading cryptocurrency, often dubbed the “Ethereum-Killer” due to its faster and more cost-efficient transactions. As of now, Solana is priced at around $194.25, significantly below its all-time high of $294.33.

BNB Chain has deployed a major optimization for its BNB Smart Chain (BSC) network in reaction to meme coin speculation, which pushed gas fees up 388% in the last week.

Solana may just have the upper hand on a few key fronts.

Solana (SOL) is showing some intriguing chart patterns that suggest it could be poised for a significant breakout similar to Ethereum's (ETH) price surge in 2024. Following Ethereum's breakout from $2,500 to $3,700 earlier this year, Solana appears to be on a parallel path, possibly setting the stage for its own price surge.

Ripple (XRP) price hit $2.84 on Feb 15, rising 22% as it prints 5 consecutive daily green candles. On-chain data trends show increased retail activity on the XRP ledger network could see XRP price hold relatively high support levels as euphoria from SEC acknowledging XRP and DOGE etfs subsides.

A flurry of memecoin trading has boosted BNB Chain and its ecosystem, leading the network to rework how its blocks are assembled.

Solana has recently registered some minor gains rising by 5.05% in the past seven days. However, this fair positive form follows a period of significant market decline seen in the majority of the last 30 days.

Solana's blockchain dominance continues in 2025 with the launch of ARKA, a prediction market platform. With these developments, experts predict the potential for SOL price to surge to $750.

Solana is one of the most controversial and embattled chains in crypto, but one of the reasons it continues to thrive despite all the obstacles is its cult-like community. Mert Mumtaz, the Helius Lab CEO is a hardcore member of that community with the battle scars to show for it.

XRP has finally shattered a critical resistance level, surging past $2.7 and breaking above the 100-day Simple Moving Average (SMA). This bullish move signals renewed strength in the market, with buyers stepping in to drive momentum higher.

Investors and crypto enthusiasts are always on the lookout for the next big opportunity, and while names like Solana (SOL), XRP, and Dogecoin (DOGE) are well-known, RCO Finance (RCOF) is emerging as a strong contender. Many believe RCOF could be the best altcoin to buy in 2025, thanks to its unique features and growth potential.

The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has welcomed a new amendment, NFTokenMintOffer, on its mainnet. According to XRPScan on X, this upgrade allows users to mint and place an offer for Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs) in a single transaction.

The 4-hour chart underlined a bearish divergence between the price and the RSI.

The XRP price action has been one of the brighter spots in the cryptocurrency space in 2025, weathering virtually every storm the market has faced. However, the altcoin could not avoid the market downturn triggered by the new trade tariffs imposed by United States President Donald Trump.

Bitrue, a major cryptocurrency exchange, recently teased the crypto community by posting on X, stating that significant events are unfolding for XRP. The tweet, which reads, “If you pay attention, there's a lot going on for XRP,” quickly caught the attention of XRP enthusiasts, raising discussions about the future of the cryptocurrency.

The XRP market experienced a major rally in the last day following the SEC's acknowledgment of Grayscale's XRP ETF filling. According to data from CoinMarketCap, the prominent altcoin rose by 11% reaching a local peak of $2.81 before experiencing a significant retracement to $2.39.

Crypto project Safemoon has said it will launch a memecoin on Solana. The team behind the project announced the update on X on Valentine's Day, noting that it marks the project's transition.

The crypto world has long been intrigued by the possibility of XRP reaching the coveted $100 mark. While many investors debate the likelihood of such a feat, there's no denying that the idea has captured the imagination of the XRP community.

Tariffs and their impact on financial markets are the talk of the town right now, and it's no surprise why, given the new administration's intense interest in using tariffs as a tool of trade policy. Trade affects nearly every element of the economy, and it even has the potential to impact the cryptocurrency sector, including leading coins like XRP (XRP 1.04%).

Popular cryptocurrency token issuer Ripple has unveiled a revamped version of its website, sparking a reaction with the omission of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) that used to be on the platform.

Ripple announced a significant rebrand, aligning its identity with the Internet of Value. The XRP issuer is looking to develop a new brand identity under the changing regulatory space in the US.

XRP is trading at $2.78 with a market capitalization of $160 billion, a 24-hour volume of $5.37 billion, and an intraday price range of $2.70 to $2.82, demonstrating active market engagement and bullish momentum. XRP XRP's one-hour chart reveals a distinct upward trend, with XRP recently reaching $2.836 before stabilizing near that level.

XRP has shown a strong bullish performance over the past week, with the price climbing by more than 11% in just 24 hours, reaching $2.78. The cryptocurrency's trading volume has surged significantly, hitting nearly $9 billion, indicating heightened market activity and investor interest.

Pseudonymous XRP Ledger community enthusiast who goes by @Vet_X0 on X, founder of XRPL-based NFT marketplace and operator of a dUNL validating node, expressed his deep concerns about the possibility for XRP to end up being injected into "custodial DeFi."

The price of XRP has climbed from a low of $2.385 to $2.83 in the last seven days. This rebound move of XRP was partly triggered by the acknowledgment of its exchange-traded fund (ETF) filing.

Solana (SOL) might be the next blockchain to receive its own spot ETF in the U.S., Pantera Capital says in its February 2025 Blockchain Letter issue. Increased developer and economic activity, rapid ecosystem growth and SOL price's robust performance contributed to this optimism.

In the past few months, the XRP price has displayed huge bullish momentum after breaking out of the prolonged consolidation. In the times when the token was speculated to be dead, it underwent a 500% jump followed by a 30% correction.

Ripple has unveiled a major redesign of its website, but one glaring omission has sparked a reaction within the XRP community: no mention of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).

Solana (SOL) price has been struggling below the $200 mark, facing resistance despite previous bullish momentum. The cryptocurrency recently rebounded from the $190 support level, hinting at potential recovery.

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Solana's latest chart patterns could mean more gains ahead as its adoption goes mainstream.