XRP News Today: Meme Coin Disruptor: How LILPEPE Could Overtake PEPE’s Throne

Little Pepe (LILPEPE), a meme coin built on Ethereum’s Layer 2 infrastructure, has emerged as a prominent player in the crypto market amid growing interest in meme-based assets. With over $24 million raised in its presale across 15 billion tokens sold, LILPEPE has drawn attention for its viral community engagement and technical credibility, including a CertiK audit of its smart contract and confirmed listings on major centralized exchanges. The project’s focus on scalability, low-cost transactions, and a structured tokenomics model sets it apart from traditional meme coins, offering a blend of utility and cultural appeal [1].

Analysts have offered varying price projections for LILPEPE over the next five to ten months, primarily influenced by key market dynamics. In the short term, the five-month outlook suggests the token could see a 5x to 10x increase from its current presale price of $0.0021, driven by upcoming exchange listings and the continued momentum of its $777,000 giveaway campaign. This would place LILPEPE in the $0.01 to $0.02 range, a level consistent with similar meme coins that gain significant traction in early adoption phases [1].

Over a longer horizon, the project’s ability to sustain growth will depend on the development of its Layer 2 ecosystem and the Meme Launchpad, a platform designed to host new meme tokens. If the platform attracts developers and meme communities, LILPEPE could experience a 15x to 25x increase from its presale price, potentially reaching $0.03 to $0.05. This would equate to a market capitalization of between $300 million and $500 million, surpassing the early performance of Pepe Coin (PEPE), which reached $1.5 billion in its first year [1]. For context, traditional cryptocurrencies like Solana (SOL) and XRP would require far more modest gains—140% and 1000%, respectively—to achieve similar returns, underscoring LILPEPE’s asymmetric upside potential [1].

The rise of LILPEPE has also been positioned as a potential disruptor to the dominance of existing meme coins like PEPE. PEPE, which once drove massive retail interest, is currently facing challenges including declining Open Interest, whale selling, and a lack of new utility developments. Meanwhile, LILPEPE’s community-driven marketing, active Telegram engagement (with over 28,430 members), and transparent project roadmap make it an attractive alternative for investors seeking high-growth potential. Traders have expressed optimism that LILPEPE could capture market share from PEPE as the bull cycle progresses, especially if the presale concludes successfully and CEX listings begin [2].

Beyond LILPEPE, the broader crypto market has shown signs of speculative activity around other assets, including XRP. Some analysts predict that if spot XRP ETFs are approved by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) by October 18, the token could experience a significant price surge, potentially reaching $5 to $10 depending on market conditions and investor sentiment [4]. However, these projections remain speculative, and the approval process is already partially baked into current price levels, reducing the likelihood of a surprising upward move.

Despite the varying trajectories of different crypto assets, the market is increasingly favoring projects with strong community engagement, technological innovation, and clear utility. For LILPEPE, the combination of meme culture and scalable infrastructure appears to align well with this trend, offering a unique value proposition in a sector dominated by volatility and hype [1]. As the presale nears its end and key market catalysts unfold, the project’s ability to maintain its momentum will depend heavily on the execution of its long-term roadmap and continued support from its growing community [3].

Source:

[1] Projecting LILPEPE's Value 5 & 10 Months From Now (https://crypto-economy.com/little-pepe-crypto-price-prediction-projecting-lilpepes-value-5-10-months-from-now/)

[2] Pepe Coin Price Prediction: Why One Trader Believes The Rise of Little Pepe (LILPEPE) Is the Beginning of the End for PEPE (https://blockchainreporter.net/pepe-coin-price-prediction-why-one-trader-believes-the-rise-of-little-pepe-lilpepe-is-the-beginning-of-the-end-for-pepe/)

[3] Meme Coin Little Pepe Raises Above $24M in Presale With Over 39,000 Holders (https://unchainedcrypto.com/press-release/meme-coin-little-pepe-raises-above-24m-in-presale-with-over-39000-holders/)

[4] Prediction: XRP Could See Its Price Rising Again by Oct. 18 (https://www.fool.com/investing/2025/09/05/prediction-xrp-could-see-its-price-rising-again-by/)

[5] How High Will XRP's Price Go if All Ripple ETFs Are Approved in 2025 (https://cryptopotato.com/how-high-will-xrps-price-go-if-all-ripple-etfs-are-approved-in-2025-3-ais-give-big-predictions/)