XRP News Today: AI-Driven Forecasts Boost XRP Pepe SHIB Amid Altcoin Shift Toward Utility

Late 2025 has witnessed a surge of speculative interest in XRP, Pepe (PEPE), and Shiba Inu (SHIB), driven largely by AI-generated price forecasts circulating in cryptocurrency forums and media. These models, often linked to extrapolated market trends and historical data points, have sparked widespread discussion but remain unverified by project leaders or regulatory bodies. The absence of official statements has led to a mix of optimism and skepticism within the community.

XRP remains a focal point amid regulatory optimism, particularly with the ongoing resolution of the SEC lawsuit and potential ETF approvals. Analysts speculate that if the token can break through key resistance levels, such as the $3 mark, it could experience significant upward movement. However, recent volatility and broader market corrections have limited consistent gains, highlighting the unpredictable nature of altcoin performance [1][3].

Pepe, a prominent meme coin, is projected to see a 100% increase by the end of 2025 according to one analyst's forecast, supported by strong technical indicators and growing on-chain activity. Another report anticipates a whale-driven breakout in the third quarter of 2025, based on transaction patterns and whale activity. Despite these bullish predictions, Pepe’s future remains subject to competitive pressures and the risk of market downturns [2][4].

Shiba Inu, once a leading meme coin, has shown signs of waning momentum. Reports suggest that SHIB is losing traction compared to other meme coins with stronger utility-based models. The token has struggled to maintain interest amid shifting investor priorities toward more functional projects. While SHIB is still frequently mentioned as a potential breakout candidate, its performance has lagged behind peers like Pepe and RTX [3][5].

The broader altcoin market is showing a clear shift toward projects with tangible utility, technical infrastructure, and long-term viability. Meme coins are increasingly being evaluated beyond their viral appeal, with tokens like XRP benefiting from institutional support and Pepe from strong community engagement. Meanwhile, newer tokens such as Little Pepe (LILPEPE) are being positioned as potential challengers, with some forecasts suggesting exponential growth potential [6][7].

Despite the growing influence of AI-driven forecasts, project leaders such as Ripple’s CEO Brad Garlinghouse and CTO David Schwartz have not provided any official guidance on 2025 price targets. This absence of institutional validation underscores the speculative nature of the current market dynamics, with projections often derived from historical ETF launches and legal precedents rather than primary analysis [1][3].

Source:

[1] CoinCentral, https://coincentral.com/xrp-price-prediction-3-outbreak-could-see-exponential-growth-for-this-viral-altcoin-in-2025/

[2] Blockchain Reporter, https://blockchainreporter.net/pepe-price-prediction-how-pepe-could-grow-100-by-the-end-of-2025-but-this-altcoin-could-grow-20x/

[3] MEXC, https://www.mexc.com/en-GB/news/media-buzz-explodes-around-bitcoin-swift-as-shiba-inu-xrp-fade/73452

[4] AInvest, https://www.ainvest.com/news/pepe-brink-whale-driven-breakout-2508/

[5] Bitcoin Insider, https://www.bitcoininsider.org/article/284191/shib-faces-slower-growth-pepe-rtx-are-set-new-highs-eth-breakout

[6] CoinCentral, https://coincentral.com/top-5-altcoins-to-buy-under-1-shiba-inu-stellar-xlm-pepe-called-low-cap-rockets/

[7] Mitrade, https://www.mitrade.com/insights/news/live-news/article-3-1067711-20250826