Chainlink Surges 12% as Remittix Nears $20M Valuation and CEX Listing

Chainlink (LINK) has maintained strong performance in 2025, with its price hovering near $23.72 and posting more than 12% gains in the past month [1]. As one of the top utility tokens in decentralized finance (DeFi), the token continues to benefit from the growing adoption of oracle services, which are essential for connecting blockchain-based smart contracts with real-world data. Despite its dominance in the oracle space, analysts note that with a market capitalization exceeding $12 billion, Chainlink’s growth potential has become more measured, requiring significant ecosystem innovations to deliver the kind of returns seen in smaller-cap projects [1].

Meanwhile, Remittix (RTX), a rising name in the PayFi sector, is approaching a $20 million valuation, a milestone that is expected to unlock its first listing on a centralized exchange (CEX) [2]. Market observers suggest that this could trigger a post-listing rally similar to Chainlink’s early growth. The project has seen growing interest due to the launch of its beta Web3 wallet in September, which supports fiat off-ramps and multi-chain functionality [2]. The platform also enables payment integrations for 40+ cryptocurrencies and 30+ fiat currencies, further strengthening its real-world utility.

Analysts have highlighted several factors that could position Remittix as a strong contender in the payment sector. A $250,000 giveaway, aimed at attracting global investors, has generated significant buzz ahead of the listing [2]. Moreover, the platform’s live payment infrastructure, transparent foreign exchange conversion, and clear adoption strategy are seen as key differentiators compared to more established tokens like Chainlink [2]. According to recent assessments, Remittix is being positioned to compete with traditional cross-border payment tokens such as XRP and XLM in 2025 [1].

While both projects are viewed as disruptive in their respective fields—Chainlink in oracle services and Remittix in payments—their trajectories may diverge as Remittix’s smaller market cap and live product traction could lead to more dynamic growth post-listing. For investors seeking a balance between stability and high-growth potential, a combined holding of LINK and RTX may offer a strategic approach [2].

Despite the positive momentum, analysts caution that the actual market performance of Remittix post-listing may differ from current expectations. The project remains in the presale phase, and its long-term success will depend on the strength of its ecosystem and the rate of adoption by users and developers [1].

Source: [1] PayFi Sector Growth Explodes, Remittix Predicted to... (https://coincentral.com/payfi-sector-growth-explodes-remittix-predicted-to-dominate-xrp-and-xlm-in-2025/)

[2] As Remittix Nears $20M, Analysts Say It Could Compete With Chainlink Post-Listing (https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/689e3ddc42db4454689f8ea4/)