XRP News Today: LILPEPE Outpaces XRP as Meme Coin Gains 10× Growth Potential in 2025

The crypto market has surged in 2025, with Bitcoin holding above $110,000 and Ethereum reaching multi-year highs, creating a bullish environment for digital assets. Among the altcoins, XRP remains a strong contender due to its institutional adoption and regulatory clarity. Despite these fundamentals, a 10× price increase for Ripple’s XRP is considered unlikely due to its massive $182 billion market cap, which would require a near-impossible expansion to reach such a level in a single cycle [1]. Analysts from Bloomberg estimate a 95% chance of U.S. XRP spot ETF approval by the end of 2025, which could bring in billions of dollars in liquidity [1]. Current trading data shows XRP hovering around $3.09, with a key resistance level at $3.66. A breakout could push it toward $3.88 in the short term, and with continued positive macroeconomic conditions and ETF approval, XRP could rise to between $6 and $8 by year-end—offering a gain of up to 2.5 times, but not the exponential returns many traders seek [1].

In contrast, LILPEPE, a meme-based token with a much lower price point of under $0.003, is attracting attention as a more dynamic alternative. Priced at $0.002 in its current presale stage, the token has already raised over $20.6 million and is on track to launch with a $0.003 price on centralized exchanges [1]. LILPEPE’s small market cap at launch—around $300 million—means it has significantly more room to grow compared to XRP’s $182 billion valuation. If it follows the historical trajectories of tokens like Dogecoin and Pepe, it could reach a $3 billion market cap in a bull market—representing a 10× increase [1].

LILPEPE’s value proposition includes a dedicated Ethereum-based Layer 2 blockchain designed for meme coins, which aims to improve fairness and reduce liquidity manipulation. The project has also passed a CertiK audit and has confirmed listings on two major exchanges post-launch. Its tokenomics structure includes a three-month cliff and monthly vesting schedule for presale tokens to prevent dumping [1]. The token’s community engagement has also been notable, with search trends surpassing those of several well-known meme coins and a $777k giveaway drawing hundreds of thousands of participants [1]. As Ethereum’s price rises above $4,700, historical trends suggest a corresponding boost for high-beta ERC-20 meme tokens, further supporting LILPEPE’s potential.

While XRP offers a solid case for steady, institutionally driven growth, its scalability limits its potential for explosive returns in 2025. LILPEPE, on the other hand, with its low market cap, viral branding potential, and infrastructure tailored to meme coins, provides a more favorable risk-reward profile for traders seeking rapid gains. XRP could potentially double, but LILPEPE has the capacity to multiply many times in the same timeframe [1]. As the market increasingly favors speed and liquidity, LILPEPE’s launch at $0.003, combined with confirmed listings on major exchanges, positions it to outpace XRP’s slower climb. Investors looking to capitalize on the next wave of meme coin momentum may find LILPEPE’s presale at $0.002 to be an attractive entry point [1].

Source: [1] Don’t Hold Your Breath for a 10× from Ripple in 2025 — Consider This Better Positioned Token Instead (https://coincheckup.com/blog/dont-hold-your-breath-for-a-10x-from-ripple-in-2025-consider-this-better-positioned-token-instead/)