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A closely followed crypto analyst and trader is warning that the payments token XRP is at risk of a massive collapse. In a new post, crypto trader Ali Martinez tells his 133,300 followers on the social media platform X that XRP may be forming a bearish head-and-shoulders pattern (H&S) on the daily chart.

Analysts remained optimistic about XRP's potential price surge, predicting that the crypto will pass the critical test and hit somewhere between $33 and $70 despite the setbacks that it is facing lately. Market observers expressed their confidence in the capability of XRP to bounce back amid the decline in its trading volume wherein investors saw a 20% drop.

Top altcoins like Solana and XRP are down ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy decision, an event that could shape rate cut expectations.

Asset managers have filed applications for exchange-traded funds tracking both assets as interest in altcoins has risen.

Crypto analyst Amonyx has predicted that the XRP price could reach as high as $20. The analyst alluded to the XRP ETFs, which could launch soon as the fundamentals that will spark such a parabolic rally for XRP.

Cryptocurrency markets are trending lower on Tuesday as investors brace for tomorrow's FOMC meeting. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $82,037.14 -3.1% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $1,903.81 -2.1% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $123.88 -5% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.25 -4.8% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1657 -5.7% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001242 -5% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 32.6% and daily active addresses growing by 16.1%.

Weiss Crypto, the cryptocurrency-centered subsidiary of Weiss Ratings, has commented on XRP's resilience during the broader cryptocurrency market downturn.

XRP remains in a holding pattern, according to the latest chart analysis shared by crypto analyst @CasiTrades. Despite a relatively subdued weekend, XRP continues to trade above critical support levels, indicating that the current bullish structure has not been invalidated.

Despite the rampant speculation of an upcoming outcome, the case remains ongoing and continues to cast uncertainty.

The entire crypto industry has had a recent few weeks of ugly price action and downtrend, a trend which has been reflected in crypto investment funds. Notably, digital asset funds have witnessed their worst outflow streak on record, as noted by the latest CoinShares weekly report on digital asset invesment funds.

XRP has recently experienced a brief recovery, but the cryptocurrency is facing significant challenges.

Positive news has energised the cryptocurrency market, especially Cardano and XRP. Shockwaves across the sector were created when US President Donald Trump announced on March 3, 2025, that he would establish a strategic crypto reserve for his country.

TL;DR Nasdaq filed with the SEC to list a Polkadot ETF in the U.S. on behalf of 21Shares, tracking the spot price of DOT in the market. 21Shares already offers a Polkadot ETP in Europe and seeks approval for new crypto funds, including XRP and Solana.

XRP remains one of the most interesting and eye-catching options on the alternative cryptocurrency market. Not even a 500% increase in USD valuation in recent months or rumors of an XRP ETF make it one of the main market attractions, but rather how the altcoin continues to behave against the crypto market leader, Bitcoin (BTC).

XRP price has formed a highly bearish chart pattern and is at risk of having a strong bearish breakdown, which could see it hit $1 in the near term. On top of this, a popular crypto analyst has warned that the Bitcoin bull cycle has ended, which could hurt altcoins like Ripple.

XRP, the fourth largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, is trading in the red amid mixed trading action on the broader crypto market.

The battle for crypto custody is intensifying. Ripple Labs, a key player in cross-border payments with XRP, takes a new step by filing the trademark "Ripple Custody.

Crypto analyst MadWhale has raised the possibility of the XRP price experiencing a breakdown below the crucial $2 support level. The analyst also revealed the next major support if XRP drops below this support level.

XRP has plunged from a high of $2.33 to find support at $2.25 as the altcoin experienced volatility in line with the broader cryptocurrency market. This cooling down has triggered a massive liquidation among traders that bet long on XRP.

Ripple has been trading within a tight range between the 100-day moving average and the crucial $1.9 support level. Further consolidation within this range is expected until a decisive breakout occurs, determining the next major price movement.

Banks and other global financial organizations are becoming more interested in XRP, the cryptocurrency and digital payment system. However, the price of the altcoin has not changed, leaving many investors and analysts perplexed.

Brazil-based asset manager Hashdex has amended its S-1 regulatory filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to expand its crypto index ETF with seven additional altcoins, including XRP, Solana, and Cardano.

Significant price swings in XRP over the past few days have attracted a lot of attention from analysts and traders. On-chain data indicates that the volume of payments has soared even though the cryptocurrency has seen a sharp increase in transactions despite remaining in a downward channel.

Analysts from QCP Capital suggest that while a rate cut is unlikely, any dovish signal could ignite upside momentum for bitcoin, potentially lifting altcoins in its wake.

Pro-XRP lawyer John E. Deaton delivered a scathing critique of the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC's) legal team on March 17, alleging a pattern of unethical conduct and behavior that extends far beyond a single enforcement action.

XRP price has dropped significantly but a potential case withdrawal by the SEC is building a bullish undertone that could trigger an upsurge.

Ripple Labs introduced a trademark for “Ripple Custody”, suggesting a possible entry into the custody sector for the American fintech firm.

XRP has managed to carve out a dominant position in a high-demand niche for itself. In spite of that success, the longstanding lawsuit between Ripple and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been a stone around the cryptocurrency's neck.

Ripple expands RLUSD supply with a $25M token mint on Ethereum, doubling its market cap to $169.5M in under two months.

The SEC vs. Ripple lawsuit is nearing its end, sparking speculation about its potential impact on XRP price.

The Ripple vs. SEC case continues to create uncertainty for XRP. Many in the crypto community hope a settlement will push the price up, but lawyer Bill Morgan has raised concerns. He believes that the case's uncertain outcome is putting pressure on XRP.

Since the start of this year, speculations around the potential settlement of the lawsuit between the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple Labs have remained volatile. As pro-crypto lawyer Bill Morgan projected on X, this uncertainty in the lawsuit's resolution might constantly negatively impact the XRP price.

The crypto market is abuzz with anticipations of an imminent settlement of the Ripple SEC case, potentially impacting the XRP price. While many remain optimistic about a possible surge in the token's price following a favorable outcome, lawyer Bill Morgan sounded alarm.

XRP price has lost the momentum it had late last year. Ripple has remained in a wide range between the crucial support at $2 and the resistance point at $3.40 this year. It is not moving in a well-defined trend and has formed the risky head and shoulders chart pattern.

Ripple Labs has recently filed a trademark application for "Ripple Custody", continuing its expansion.

Enterprise blockchain company Ripple has minted an additional 28.2 million Ripple USD (RLUSD) tokens over the past 24 hours.

The altcoin's long-term holder NUPL underlined euphoria in the market - A classic sell signal.

The cryptocurrency market remained volatile on Tuesday, with most major tokens trading sluggishly as investors awaited the Federal Reserve's upcoming policy meeting. Bitcoin (BTC) held steady around the $83,000 mark, while XRP and Solana saw steeper declines. The global cryptocurrency market cap edged down 0.26% to $2.

Ripple Labs has filed a trademark for "Ripple Custody," signaling its expansion into the crypto custody sector as demand for secure asset storage grows.

Ripple's XRP is down by more than one percent and is currently trading at $2.30. While short-term price movements may occur, the overall trend suggests that a major upward movement is not expected at this time. Despite this, short-term bullish action may still arise, though the broader trend remains subdued.

Brazil-based asset manager Hashdex is expanding its cryptocurrency index ETF, adding altcoins like XRP and Cardano (ADA). The firm recently filed an amendment with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to adjust its portfolio, which currently holds Bitcoin (88.3%) and Ethereum (11.7%).

Ripple Labs, the blockchain company behind the XRP token, has officially filed for a new trademark for the word mark ‘Ripple Custody.' The filing, submitted on February 25, 2025, with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), includes a broad range of services.

Renowned trader John Bollinger recently took to X to share his thoughts on XRP, marking his first public mention of the token in years. Using a Greek mythology metaphor, Bollinger praised XRPs resilience, stating, Of all the major crypto vehicles, Ripple resisted the recent singing of the Sirens song best.

As one of the top-performing digital assets in the 4Q of 2024, it's only natural that Ripple's XRP attracts attention from its detractors and bullish supporters. The bearish sentiment has been wearing down the asset in the last few weeks, pushing the altcoin to as low as $1.96 last March 11th, the lowest in its three-month chart.

XRP News Today: SEC appeal withdrawal rumors grow as key deadline nears. Could this signal a major breakthrough for Ripple and XRP investors?

Asset manager Hashdex has amended its S-1 regulatory filing to expand its crypto index exchange-traded fund (ETF), proposing the addition of seven altcoins alongside Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), according to a March 14 filing submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).