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The Pi coin finally launched on the mainnet today, which has already led to predictions on how high the crypto could rise following the launch. Now, crypto analyst Gem Hunter has provided a bullish outlook for the coin, suggesting that it could even surpass the XRP price after it gets listed on Binance.

XRP has been steadily recovering from recent price setbacks, showing strong bullish potential. The altcoin has been moving in an upward trajectory, backed by large wallet holders known as whales.

The same analyst who predicted the XRP price crash below $2.50 is now eyeing a surge as the altcoin navigates heightened volatility. The post Pundit Who Predicted XRP's Crash Now Says It's Ready to Soar – How High Can XRP Go? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Cryptocurrency mogul Mike Novogratz has weighed in on the staying power of the Ripple-affiliated XRP token during a recent appearance on "Galaxy Brain" alongside Pantera Capital founder Dan Morehead.

Amid market uncertainty, Ripple rival Stellar (XLM) has reached a critical make-or-break level, leaving investors and traders uncertain. The past few days have been unfavorable for the XLM token, with a 38% price drop. However, recent gains over the past two days appear to be shifting market sentiment.

With 200 million potential investors, will Brazil's XRP ETF reshape crypto adoption?

BBRL is slated for launch by the end of Q1 2025.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken a significant step by acknowledging XRP ETF applications from multiple asset managers, including CoinShares, Canary Capital, and WisdomTree. In response to the development, XRP lawyer John Deaton reflected on Ripple and XRP's evolution over the past four years.

XRP has defied market trends, posting a 297% gain against Bitcoin since November. Whale accumulation continues, reinforcing bullish sentiment.

Ripple and Brazilian financial heavyweight Braza Group have announced the launch of a new stablecoin on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). The stablecoin, called BBRL, is pegged to the Brazilian Real and is designed to offer secure, cost-effective solutions for both individuals and businesses.

Such a move would push DOGE to well above $0.3.

A crucial call to action has been issued to XRP Ledger nodes and validators as the UNL migration to the new XRPL Foundation begins.

On-chain data shows the XRP whales have participated in a large amount of net buying recently, a sign that could be bullish for the asset's price.

XRP's (CRYPTO: XRP) latest surge follows the SEC acknowledging CoinShares' spot XRP ETF filing and Donald Trump's media post referencing Ripple's business—fueling speculation about XRP's role in future crypto adoption. Cryptocurrency Price Market Cap 24-Hour Trend 7-Day Trend XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.69 $155.6 billion +3.5% +10.3% Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $97,546.59 $1.93 trillion +1.5% +1.7% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,747.97 $331.4 billion +1.2% +3.5% Trader Notes: Crypto chart analyst Ali Martinez highlights that XRP is forming an ascending triangle, positioning for a breakout that could lead to a 26% rally.

In mid-February 2025, XRP experienced a strong resurgence in the cryptocurrency market. It enjoyed its first significant rally on February 13 and February 14, when it rose from about $2.40 to above $2.80.

XRP, the native token of the Ripple network, has experienced a period of downward movement, losing about 21.72% of its value in recent times. This decline was largely due to intensified selling pressure and broader market factors.

XRP's market activity has taken a noticeable downturn as whale transactions fall off. According to the latest on-chain data, only 240 million XRP moved in the last 24 hours, suggesting a significant drop in large-scale transactions.

XRP trades at $2.69 on Feb. 20, 2025, as bullish momentum contends with critical resistance levels amid mixed technical signals. XRP The 1-hour chart shows XRP stabilizing between $2.65 and $2.75, forming higher lows within a tentative ascending trend. Immediate resistance at $2.75–$2.80 remains pivotal; a breakout with volume could propel prices toward $2.85.

Brazil's CVM has approved the world's first XRP-based ETF, managed by Hashdex, marking a significant step in institutional crypto adoption amid growing interest in XRP investment products.

Amid the bustling crypto market, Brazil marks a historic turning point by approving the world's first XRP spot ETF, while a local bank prepares to launch an innovative stablecoin on the XRP Ledger network.

Today, buyers are trying to keep the price of the Ripple (XRP) coin above the moving averages.

Cryptocurrencies traded slightly higher across the crypto market on February 20. As top coins Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP flipped green, the total market cap rose 1.6% to $3.2 trillion. BTC dominance remained high, at 60.2% and ETH dominance stood at 10.

XRP (XRP 3.76%) and Bitcoin (BTC 1.18%) have plenty of catalysts to support their future growth, and it's common knowledge that financial institutions around the world are adopting both coins for various reasons. But there's one new trend in particular that's driving those same financial institutions to take more interest in these two coins.

It's a major win for Ripple ($XRP) as Brazil's securities regulator Comissão de Valores Mobiliários (CVM) approved the world's first $XRP spot exchange-traded fund (ETF). The news is yet another big step in the company's expansion, which already includes partnerships with central banks.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has set a deadline for deciding whether to approve multiple exchange-traded funds (ETF) that track the price of Ripple-promoted XRP directly.

Brazils Comissão de Valores Mobiliários (CVM) has approved the countrys first spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF), the Hashdex Nasdaq XRP Index Fund, set to trade on the B3 exchange. The decision, announced on February 19, coincides with an 8% surge in XRP price over the past 24 hours, pushing it to $2.72, just 20% below its all-time high.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has acknowledged a spot XRP ETF filing from Cboe BZX Exchange on behalf of Canary Capital, marking a key milestone in the crypto ETF sector. This acknowledgment initiates the SECs formal review process, which will determine whether the proposal secures regulatory approval.

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Ranking 6th in BACEN's interbank market operations, Braza Group aims to strengthen the digital economy in Brazil. They also seek to enhance the digital economy in South America with this innovative digital asset.

In the past 24 hours, XRP's price has jumped by more than 5%. This bullish momentum has sparked renewed interest among traders and investors.

Sometimes, even the most bullish traders get surprised. That is exactly what happened with XRP.

XRP surged ahead of Bitcoin and Ethereum in the past 24 hours after securing its first spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) approval in Brazil. Data from CryptoSlate shows that the token's value jumped by 6% during this period, reaching $2.75, making it the best performer among the top 10 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization.

XRP (XRP 4.93%) and Bitcoin (BTC 1.32%) remain two of the most-watched cryptocurrencies even after years of being in circulation, and they've earned that distinction by providing value to investors all the while. But with Bitcoin's protocol largely unchanged, and XRP's rapid ascent showing no signs of slowing, it makes sense to question whether the relative position of these two giants might switch, with Bitcoin falling out of favor compared to the newer competitor.

TAO is the top performer from the larger-cap alts today.

Brazil is preparing to launch the world's first spot XRP ETF, marking a significant evolution in the digital asset sector.

The demand for XRPL products and services has increased in the recent past bolstered by Ripple Labs' strategic partnership, thus bolstering macro bullish sentiment for XRP.

XRP was among the top performers in the top ten market cap rankings of cryptocurrencies on Wednesday, surging by more than 7% before Wednesday's close.

XRP (XRP 5.89%) is the native digital asset on the XRP Ledger, the blockchain created by financial technology company Ripple to simplify cross-border transactions. XRP peaked around $3.30 in January after advancing more than 550% following the presidential election in November.

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Brazil's financial regulator has approved the world's first spot XRP ETF, managed by Hashdex, while similar products await approval in other markets including the United States.

The SEC has begun reviewing multiple XRP ETF applications from major financial firms while Brazil approved the world's first spot XRP ETF, causing the cryptocurrency's price to rise above $2.70.

XRP price has recorded gains of over 6% today amid a flurry of positive market trends that have boosted the market sentiment. Notably, the surge in Ripple's native asset comes amid a broader crypto market recovery, indicating renewed confidence of the investors towards digital assets.

Brazil has made history by approving the first spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF), taking the lead ahead of the U.S. and other major markets. The country's Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) has given Hashdex the go-ahead for its XRP ETF.

The ongoing legal battle between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple Labs, the company behind the cryptocurrency XRP, has captured significant attention within the crypto world. Ripple is facing charges from the SEC that its token XRP constitutes a security, a stance that has created uncertainty for XRP's future.

The BBRL stablecoin will only be initially available to institutional clients but the bank has big ambitions for expansion.

XRP's price rally follows the acknowledgment of multiple XRP filings by the SEC and rumors of delay in Ripple's legal battle with the agency.

Whales have begun accumulating XRP, but will that have an effect on the market?