As someone once said about addressing the volatile fluctuations on the cryptocurrency market: just scale out. And this actually works, at least for the third biggest coin out there, XRP.

The cryptocurrency market has shifted dramatically following a huge Q4 rally. Now, many are questioning whether we're entering a bear market. Brian from Santiment, on the Thinking Crypto podcast, discussed how market sentiment can flip quickly and how the actions of whales often drive the market, regardless of retail investors' mood.

The digital assets market kicked off the week by printing “not so much big” red indexes all over around. Bitcoin (BTC) dropped almost 2% in 24 hours dragging major altcoins down with it.

Recently, the US Securities and Exchange Commission, under the leadership of its acting chairman, Mark Uyeda, has withdrawn cases against top crypto firms, including Coinbase and Consensys. There are rumours that the regulator will drop its four-year-old legal battle against Ripple soon.

A technology investor who backed ride-hailing app Uber in its early days has stirred up the crypto community after claiming that the OG cryptocurrency Bitcoin (BTC) will ultimately be replaced by a better digital asset.

According to a recent SEC clarification, Bitcoin is indeed being positioned as a strategic digital reserve asset. However, the role of other cryptocurrencies like XRP, Solana, and Cardano is equally critical in shaping the nation's digital economy.

XRP's focus on fast, low-cost transactions has made it the third largest cryptocurrency in the world (excluding stablecoins) — and one of the main beneficiaries of the late 2024 rally.

The crypto market is gradually undergoing bearish consolidation. However, coins like XRP are pushing for new rebound attempts.

Not official, not confirmed, but impossible to ignore: the idea that Ripple's legal war with the SEC is entering its final chapter is rippling through the crypto space.

XRP price dropped 8% to $2.30 after SEC paused altcoin ETF approvals, but analysts remain bullish due to technical patterns, growing wallet numbers, and possible SEC reclassification as a commodity.

XRP, this rebellious insurgent, rises from the ashes while Ethereum stumbles. The crypto-sphere holds its breath: the established order wavers, and the throne of altcoins threatens to change hands.

XRP price is facing consolidation after a slight 2% dip today, but analysts remain bullish on its future. A well-known expert has projected a staggering $70 target for the token, citing technical patterns rather than mere speculation.

The crypto market keeps evolving, and investors always want to find the next big thing. Dogecoin (DOGE) and Ripple's XRP have been big names in crypto for a while, but Rexas Finance (RXS) might beat them both in 2025.

Traders say the current sell-off could have been caused by an unwinding of ETF and spot linked traders.

Recently, rumors spread that the U.S. SEC had clarified how different cryptocurrencies might be used within the U.S. government.

The fully diluted valuation (FDV) of the Ripple-linked XRP token has now remained above that of Ethereum (ETH) for several days.

In a surprising revelation, Andrew AP Abacus, co-founder of Arch Public, disclosed that the XRP lawsuit is on the cusp of conclusion. Citing two sources within the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the expert outlined several possible outcomes for the Ripple vs SEC case.

Andrew, who often discusses crypto, finance, and business in a latest X post shared that two SEC sources suggest that the Ripple case may be nearing its conclusion, with some key expectations. UPDATE: *two* SEC sources believe @Ripple case is very close to ending. Some expected outcomes:• “expect $XRP to get serious commodity consideration.

Blockchain-based payment firm has signaled a possible crypto wallet launch with the latest “RIPPLE CUSTODY” trademark filing. The application hints at an upcoming downloadable software product for secure cryptocurrency storage. Ripple's new trademark application The filing on Justia Trademarks reveals a new filing for RIPPLE CUSTODY.

March 17, 2025 05:57:00 UTC Mubarak and Friends Power BNB Chain DEX to $1.64B in Daily Trading Driven by the recent surge in memecoins like Mubarak, BNB Chain's DEX has recorded an impressive $1.64 billion in trading volume over the past 24 hours, overtaking Solana to claim the top spot.

Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) are reportedly nearing a resolution to their four-year-long legal battle over the issuance of XRP, which the SEC had alleged to be an unregistered security. The dispute, which began under the Biden administration, has raised questions about the future of the cryptocurrency.

XRP is showing a bearish divergence on the 3-day chart, meaning a strong or lasting bullish momentum is not expected in the near future. While there could be short-term bounces from certain support levels, significant price increases are unlikely for now. Support Levels to Watch Currently, XRP is testing an important support zone between $2.

After a long legal tug-of-war under Biden's leadership, Ripple is finally catching a break. Reports suggest that President Donald Trump's team is eyeing XRP as a key player in building a powerhouse Bitcoin (BTC) reserve.

Ripple faces a one-month countdown to file its appeal reply. Will the SEC's recent overhaul lead to an appeal withdrawal?

A legal expert has outlined how the SEC's lawsuit against Ripple over XRP could end within days, but a major hurdle—navigating the court's injunction—may complicate the resolution. Ripple's Legal Battle With SEC Over XRP Could Be Over in Days—If This Condition Is Met Legal expert Jeremy Hogan has weighed in on speculation surrounding the U.S.

XRP price has tumbled 8% over the weekend, hitting $2.3 at press time on March 16. As Ripple advances its legal battle and files new trademarks, how will XRP markets react in the week ahead?

XRP has finally found stability above crucial demand levels after enduring weeks of heavy selling pressure and market uncertainty. Despite the broader crypto market's volatility, XRP remains within a long-term range, trading between its $1.90 low and the $3.40 all-time high.

XRP has struggled to gain momentum, with its price caught in a downtrend since the beginning of March. Although XRP has managed to push up in the past five days after reaching a low of $1.93 on March 11, it has yet to fully recoup its losses in the first week of the month.

A proposal for XRP as a strategic financial asset for the US has been published on the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) website. It appears that Maximilian Staudinger wrote the five-page document and submitted it to the newly established SEC Crypto Task Force.

A crypto trader has projected a massive XRP price uptick after the White House Crypto Summit. Altcoins suffered over the weekend, extending long-term losses above double-digits.

As of March 16, 2025, XRP is trading at $2.28, reflecting a market capitalization of $132 billion. Over the past 24 hours, XRP's trading volume reached $2.76 billion, with intraday prices fluctuating between $2.28 and $2.43. Currently, XRP is down 32.8% from its all-time high of $3.40.

The popular cryptocurrency XRP may be facing a severe 50% crash from its recent price. While not set in stone, like everything in this market, at least such a possibility signals a death cross pattern that has formed on the price chart of XRP on a two-day time frame.

XRP is signaling a possible bullish breakout, likely to elevate the asset to a new all-time high in the double digits.

A proposal suggesting XRP as a strategic financial asset has been submitted to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The SEC often receives unsolicited proposals from individuals or entities, but these do not automatically lead to action.

As it continues to rise, XRP is displaying strong momentum on the market. The price is getting close to important resistance levels that could dictate its next move.

The legal battle between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple could be coming to an end, according to rumours that Ripple has been negotiating for better terms in the background and that the SEC wants to reset its relationship with the crypto industry.

XRP (XRP) price versus Ether (ETH) reached its highest level in five years over the weekend, extending its recovery.On March 15, the XRP/ETH pair touched 0.00128 ETH for the first time since April 2020. That amounts to a 925% rebound when measured from its all-time low of 0.00013 ETH established in June 2024 and approximately 620% gains since November 2024, when Donald Trump won the US presidential election.

Prominent American angel investor Jason Calacanis, who is known for his wildly successful bet on ride-hailing giant Uber, is convinced that the Ripple-linked XRP cryptocurrency is controlled just by "a few individuals."

After dropping to less than $2 last March 11th, Ripple's XRP springs back to life and it's currently trading between $2.30 and $2.40. And with the US Securities and Exchange Commission vs Ripple case nearing its resolution, the market can expect more price volatility for this digital asset.

Where will XRP stand if another market-wide sell-off hits?

XRP (XRP -1.42%) just experienced a catalyst that is likely to give it a new and enduring tailwind. Unlike tech upgrades or adding new users , the coin now has its foot in the door of a key location in the cryptocurrency industry.

Last week, Bitcoin (BTC) experienced significant volatility. Conflicting market signals created bearish pressure, preventing traders from setting a clear directional trend. As a result, major altcoins like Ethereum and XRP dropped below crucial price points.

XRP is showing signs of increased volatility, with price action hovering around key support and resistance levels.

The rumors about an incoming end to the lawsuit continue in full force.

The Dogecoin and XRP prices are jumping again, having witnessed massive declines earlier this week alongside the broader crypto market. This price surge occurred due to several factors, including the regulatory clarity which XRP could soon attain with the Ripple SEC settlement on the horizon.

The crypto market today held steady as investors remained optimistic that the worst is now behind us. This hope rose after stocks and crypto prices surged on Friday, with the top three US indices like the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 rising by over 1.5%.

Despite ongoing legal battles, Ripple's XRP token continues to garner increasing attention, with many in the crypto space showing optimism about its future. A recent survey by Patrick Bet-David showed this shift, showing that 43.8% of respondents believe Ripple has the best long-term tech, while Bitcoin only received 35% of the vote.