XRP News Today: "XRP's ETF Fate Could Tip Crypto's Third-Largest Token Race"

BNB and XRP are both vying for a top-three position in the cryptocurrency market, with recent data suggesting a potential shift in momentum. As of October 2025, BNB has gained 45% year-to-date, driven by its role as the native token of the Binance Chain and its automated burn mechanisms, which reduce supply and support price appreciationUp 45% in 2025, Is BNB a Better Buy Than XRP? - The Motley Fool^[1]. Meanwhile, XRP has surged 27% in 2025, bolstered by institutional adoption and Ripple's cross-border payment infrastructure. XRP's market cap briefly surpassed BNB in November 2024, reaching $96.79 billion compared to BNB's $94.76 billion, marking a three-year peak for XRPXRP Overtakes BNB, Becomes 5th Largest Crypto Amid Spike to … - Cryptonews^[3]. Analysts note that XRP's institutional positioning, including its use in Ripple's On-Demand Liquidity (ODL) system, positions it as a strong contender for sustained growthUp 45% in 2025, Is BNB a Better Buy Than XRP? - The Motley Fool^[1].

BNB's value proposition is closely tied to Binance's ecosystem, where it serves as a utility token for trading fees and gas payments. The coin's supply is engineered to shrink through quarterly burns and real-time transfers, creating a deflationary bias. However, this model's success depends on Binance's continued dominance in trading volume and regulatory compliance. Binance's ecosystem, while expanding, still lags behind Ethereum in developer activity and use casesUp 45% in 2025, Is BNB a Better Buy Than XRP? - The Motley Fool^[1]. Conversely, XRP's utility extends beyond a single platform, with Ripple's technology facilitating $1.5 trillion in institutional transactions since 2012. Its compliance-friendly design and track record of execution make it appealing to regulated financial institutionsUp 45% in 2025, Is BNB a Better Buy Than XRP? - The Motley Fool^[1].

Recent on-chain activity and capital inflows have further fueled speculation. BNB has seen $26 billion in inflows, driven by its deflationary mechanics and Binance's ecosystem growthUp 45% in 2025, Is BNB a Better Buy Than XRP? - The Motley Fool^[1]. XRP's surge to $1.70 in late 2024 was supported by institutional interest, with analysts projecting $3–$5 billion in inflows if ETF approvals materialize. Eight XRP ETF applications from major asset managers, including Grayscale and WisdomTree, are pending SEC decisions between October 18 and 25, 2025. A favorable outcome could unlock billions in institutional capital, potentially doubling XRP's market cap and pushing its price toward $5 or higherBitcoin, Ethereum and XRP Price Prediction For October 2025 - Coinpedia^[2].

Market dynamics suggest a tug-of-war between the two. BNB's growth is constrained by its reliance on Binance's success, while XRP's broader institutional adoption and legal clarity (following a $125 million SEC settlement in 2025) provide a higher growth ceilingUp 45% in 2025, Is BNB a Better Buy Than XRP? - The Motley Fool^[1]Top Performing Crypto 2025: BlockDAG, BNB, XRP & Ethereum - CoinCentral^[5]. However, Binance's potential expansion into new markets or technological upgrades could reinvigorate BNB's trajectory. For now, XRP's institutional momentum and regulatory resolution appear to give it an edge, with analysts forecasting a potential $3.41 price target if it breaches $1.96 and $2 psychological levelsXRP Overtakes BNB, Becomes 5th Largest Crypto Amid Spike to … - Cryptonews^[3].

The October 2025 price outlook underscores XRP's volatility. With eight ETF decisions pending, the token could experience sharp swings depending on regulatory outcomes. A $3–$5 range is seen as a critical battleground, with support at $1.44 and resistance at $1.96. If XRP fails to hold above $1.50, a pullback to $1.03 is possibleXRP Overtakes BNB, Becomes 5th Largest Crypto Amid Spike to … - Cryptonews^[3]. BNB, meanwhile, faces technical resistance near $660, with analysts projecting a potential $950–$1,000 range by year-end if institutional accumulation continuesTop Performing Crypto 2025: BlockDAG, BNB, XRP & Ethereum - CoinCentral^[5].

The broader crypto market's fourth-quarter performance also plays a role. Historical data shows Ethereum and Bitcoin often rally in Q4, which could indirectly benefit BNB and XRP. However, XRP's institutional focus and regulatory resolution make it a more immediate catalyst. As of October 2025, XRP's market cap ranks fifth, while BNB holds the sixth position, reflecting a temporary shift in investor sentimentXRP Overtakes BNB, Becomes 5th Largest Crypto Amid Spike to … - Cryptonews^[3]. The coming months will likely determine whether this trend solidifies or reverses, with Binance's strategic moves and Ripple's institutional partnerships as key variables.