XRP is currently in the spotlight as analysts debate whether it’s up for a massive breakout or a steep correction. Here’s what’s driving the hype and the caution.
XRP Trend Shifts: Key Weekly EMA & SMA Strategy
Analyst EGRAG Crypto’s latest analysis on XRP highlights a trading strategy based on the relationship between the 21-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) and the 33-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) on the weekly chart. According to EGRAG, these moving averages are key for spotting major trend shifts in the market.
If the 21 EMA crosses below the 33 SMA, it signals a bearish trend, and we could be heading into a bear market. Historically, these crosses have led to significant price drops, with XRP falling 87% in May 2018 and 72% in November 2021.
The next major drop could be around 79.5% from the bearish cross point. This is a key sell signal as it suggests that the top is in and a steep correction could follow, Egrag explains.
Is XRP Entering A Long-Term Uptrend?
On the flip side, a 21 EMA crossing above the 33 SMA is seen as a strong bullish signal, often preceding major price rallies. The analyst notes that the past bullish crosses have triggered massive pumps. This could be a sign that the market is entering a long-term uptrend, leading to much higher price levels, like the $5.7, $9.5, $27, and $37 targets mentioned.
Double Digits Possible, Say Analysts
XRP hitting double digits may sound a bit far-fetched, but history says it’s possible. In 2018, XRP controlled over 31% of the entire crypto market and hit $3.84. Now, in 2025, it’s trading around $3.34 but holds just 5% market share. If XRP reclaims even half of its old market dominance, it could see massive gains. This is especially possible if Bitcoin cools off and altcoins rally later.
Will XRP Rally After Futures Launch?
CME is launching XRP futures today. Some traders worry that this could lead to a short-term top, as similar futures launches for Bitcoin in 2018 had led to sharp sell-offs later. It had also coincided with the peak of the bull cycle at that time. XRP is currently trading at $2.32, down 2.9% ahead of the launch.
Controversy has trailed the announcement of a Crypto Strategic Reserve with critics taking swipes at crypto czar David Sacks over allegations of unjust enrichment. Gemini cofounder Cameron Winklevoss has waded in to defend Sacks, noting that the crypto czar is losing a fortune in gains by preventing a conflict of interest.
Gemini Founder Says Sacks Could Lose Up To $1 Billion In Crypto Gains
Amid swirling speculations of unjust enrichment, Sacks confirmed the sale of all his cryptocurrency holdings to avoid a conflict of interest. Gemini Founder Cameron Winklevoss remarked that Sacks’ decision to sell off all cryptocurrencies would cost him gains running into a billion dollars.
“David Sacks is going to easily lose out on $1 billion in crypto gains over the next 4 years,” said Winklevoss. “He sold all of his crypto holdings (including $85 million of his personal holdings) prior to becoming AI and crypto czar.”
Sacks has previously confirmed the sale of his digital asset holdings while denying Multicoin exposure after divesting his stake. According to Sacks, he cumulatively sold $200 million worth of cryptocurrencies while disposing of $85 million worth of personal assets. He confirmed that he liquidated his holdings in crypto funds, including Bitwise and Blockchain Capital, before assuming office.
Cameron says Sacks is at the helm of a policy shift for cryptocurrencies in the US but will not reap any benefits from the windfall of changes.
“He is doing tremendous work and will not be sharing in any of the economic upsides to avoid even the slightest appearance of a conflict,” said the Gemini cofounder.
Sacks Leads The Charge For New Crypto Policy Without Pecuniary Benefits
David Sacks has hit the ground running since his appointment as crypto and AI czar, playing a key role in setting up the White House Crypto Summit. His efforts led to the establishment of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and the US Digital Asset Stockpile.
Sacks disclosed that the US has lost over $17 billion from the previous sale of confiscated Bitcoins. The concerted efforts of Sacks are expected to trigger new institutional interest in the ecosystem, sending prices to new all-time highs by the end of Trump’s first tenure.
While altcoin market caps have not yet returned to their previous highs, the stablecoin market cap continues to hit new records in 2025. It has now surpassed $240 billion. Investors seek ways to optimize returns in a highly volatile environment without immediately allocating capital.
Stablecoin yield protocols are emerging as a key option for 2025. Analysts have presented strong arguments for this trend, and the topic of stablecoin yields is gaining increasing attention in the crypto community.
Signs of a Stablecoin Yield Wave
One of the clearest signs of growing interest in stablecoin yields is the recent moves by major industry players.
Ledger, the popular hardware wallet provider, announced on April 29, 2025, that it had integrated stablecoin yield features into its Ledger Live app.
With this update, users can earn up to 9.9% APY on stablecoins like USDT, USDC, USDS, and DAI. Users retain full custody of their assets. So far, Ledger has sold over 7 million hardware wallets.
PayPal has also entered the race. The company now offers a 3.7% annual yield on its PYUSD stablecoin. Following the closure of the SEC’s investigation into PYUSD, PayPal currently faces no major regulatory hurdles in expanding its stablecoin initiative.
In addition, DeFiLlama data shows there are over 2,300 stablecoin pools across 469 protocols and 106 blockchains. This signals massive growth in demand for yield opportunities through stablecoins.
The data also shows that the top 10 stablecoin pools have TVLs ranging from $335 million to over $2.9 billion. APYs in these pools can reach up to 13.5%.
Although many investors are waiting for an altcoin season to recover from portfolio losses, the current momentum points toward a “stablecoin season” driven by attractive yields.
Why Are Stablecoin Yields Becoming the New Investor Trend?
GC Cooke, CEO and founder of Brava, has identified key reasons investors are turning to stablecoins to seek returns.
He argues that unpredictable policy shifts are creating ripple effects across markets. Even traditionally “safe” stocks now experience wild swings over a single headline. He believes moving from stocks to yield-generating assets like stablecoin yields is a way to avoid directional risk — the risk of sharp price drops in equities.
Traditionally, bonds were the go-to yield asset.
But in our current market, something more innovative has emerged: stablecoin yields.
These crypto assets maintain stable value (typically pegged to the dollar) while generating returns that outperform traditional fixed income. pic.twitter.com/gqcvyz5pMd
Chuk, a builder at Paxos, also noted that as regulatory frameworks around stablecoins become clearer in the US, EU, Singapore, and the UAE, yield integrations will get easier.
As a result, stablecoin wallets could evolve into personal finance hubs, removing the need for traditional banks.
“[Stablecoin] Wallets can: Receive payroll. Issue cards tied to stablecoin balances to enable direct spending without converting to fiat. Enable P2P payments globally. Offer yield via tokenized money markets. This continues an existing trend: the wallet becomes the financial hub — no bank branch needed,” Chuk said.
But What Are the Risks?
Despite the optimism, the stablecoin yield market comes with notable risks.
Analyst Wajahat Mughal pointed out that fewer than 10 stablecoins have over $1 billion market caps. Most stablecoins still have market caps below $100 million.
Some protocols offer high APYs. Teller offers 28%–49% yields for USDC pools. Yearn Finance, founded by Andre Cronje, offers over 70% APY on CRV pools. Fx-protocol and Napier provide 22%–30% APY on RUSD and EUSDE, respectively. But these high returns often carry significant risks.
Choze, a research analyst at Amagi, highlighted several concerns. Many pools still have low TVLs, ranging from just $10,000 to $120,000, meaning these strategies are early and can be volatile.
Some rewards rely on ecosystem tokens. Strategies often involve multiple protocols, adding complexity. He warned that investors should pay attention to the long-term growth of each project’s ecosystem.
“The opportunities are real, especially for those who know how to navigate smaller, emerging farms. But it’s important to understand what you’re actually farming: Not just stable yield, but also ecosystem growth and early stage incentives,” Choze said.
Investors may also face risks such as lending or staking platforms for stablecoins being hacked, exploited for vulnerabilities, or experiencing technical failures, all of which can lead to loss of funds. Some algorithmic or less reputable stablecoins may also lose their peg to the dollar.
Still, one cannot deny the growing role of stablecoins. With attractive yields and strong real-world payment use cases, they reshape how investors engage with crypto markets.
This opens up new ways to earn profits without relying solely on the next altcoin season.
XRP recently saw a sharp price dip to $2.15, triggering massive liquidations worth $13.9 million in long positions, compared to just $1.49 million in shorts, a nearly 1000% imbalance. This shows that most traders were betting on the price going up. When it didn’t, many positions were wiped out, pushing the price down further.
However, XRP has bounced back to $2.20, a key support level, and some traders believe this was just a shakeout before the next big move. Crypto analyst John Squire agrees and says XRP isn’t dead — it’s just loading.
XRP Has Been Building for Years
XRP isn’t a new token riding the latest hype. It has been in development for over a decade. Ripple, the company behind XRP, has built a global payment network, RippleNet, which is active in over 55 countries. It’s already being used by more than 350 financial institutions, including major names like SBI, Tranglo, and Santander. This isn’t about plans, it’s happening now.
A Win in Court and Legal Clarity Ahead
One of XRP’s biggest moments was its legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which started in December 2020. Ripple scored a partial win in July 2023, and the SEC recently paused its appeal, which could lead to full legal clarity soon. If that happens, XRP could become one of the few major cryptocurrencies fully cleared to work with U.S. banks.
While many call XRP “dead” because of its slow price movement, Squire says this is often when smart investors quietly buy in. Technical indicators show XRP is holding steady with support around $2.00 and a chance to turn bullish if it breaks $2.30. For now, XRP may be quiet, but it might just be getting ready to roar.
Never Miss a Beat in the Crypto World!
Stay ahead with breaking news, expert analysis, and real-time updates on the latest trends in Bitcoin, altcoins, DeFi, NFTs, and more.
The post XRP Isn’t Dead — It’s Loading! Here’s Why Analysts Say XRP Price Rally Is Coming appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News
XRP recently saw a sharp price dip to $2.15, triggering massive liquidations worth $13.9 million in long positions, compared to just $1.49 million in shorts, a nearly 1000% imbalance. This shows that most traders were betting on the price going up. When it didn’t, many positions were wiped out, pushing the price down further. However, …
