XRP News Today: Regulators Could Unlock $5B XRP Gold Rush as Investor Hunger Rises

XRP’s potential for a price surge has gained renewed attention amid growing speculation about the approval of spot XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Analysts predict that such ETFs could attract over $5 billion in inflows during their first month of trading, with some forecasts reaching as high as $8 billion in the first year. These projections stem from comparisons with the performance of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, which saw unprecedented demand upon their initial launches. Nate Geraci, co-founder of the ETF Institute and President of the ETF Store, emphasized that investors are significantly underestimating the potential demand for XRP ETFs, noting similar underestimation before the launch of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs.

Currently, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reviewing nearly a dozen XRP ETF applications, with chances of approval rising sharply in recent weeks. On Polymarket, the probability of XRP ETF approval climbed to 87% in the last 24 hours, up from 95% in August according to Bloomberg’s earlier estimates. This optimism is fueled by recent updates to half of the XRP ETF filings, which industry analysts interpret as a positive sign ahead of the SEC’s anticipated decision.

The potential approval of XRP ETFs could catalyze a broader shift in the cryptocurrency market. XRP, the third-largest non-stablecoin by market capitalization, has already demonstrated strong performance in existing ETF structures. Teucrium’s leveraged XRP ETF, for instance, has accumulated $353 million in net assets, outperforming the firm’s traditional agro-based ETFs. This trend suggests that institutional and retail investors alike are showing interest in exposure to XRP, especially if ETFs simplify access and custody requirements.

However, XRP’s price has faced volatility in recent weeks. As of Monday, XRP traded at $2.81, down nearly 1% in the last 24 hours and 23% from its July 18 all-time high. This decline coincided with whale activity involving $6 billion in XRP sales over three weeks. Despite this, market data from Santiment indicates a reversal in whale behavior, with purchases of $984 million worth of XRP in the last two weeks.

Meanwhile, Avalanche’s AVAX token has seen mixed performance. After hitting an all-time high of $226.68 in 2021, AVAX has struggled to regain momentum. On Monday, the token traded at $37.37, down nearly 3% from the previous week. Analysts have attributed this decline to a combination of broader market uncertainty and a critical token unlock event, which could potentially trigger a short-term price drop to $20 if supply outpaces demand. Additionally, trading volume has declined significantly in recent weeks, with daily volume dropping to $751.27 million, a 36% decrease from the previous period.

Despite these challenges, Avalanche remains a key player in the Layer-1 blockchain space. Recent developments, including FIFA’s launch of a blockchain on the platform and Sky's Grove’s $250 million credit protocol expansion, highlight the network’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its ecosystem. However, the token’s performance has lagged behind some of its peers, with AVAX underperforming category leaders such as ADA and AIOZ in weekly gains.

BlockDAG, a next-generation Layer-1 blockchain built on a Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) structure, is also making waves in the market. The project aims to offer scalable and secure transaction processing and has drawn attention from developers seeking alternatives to traditional blockchain structures like Ethereum and Solana. At $0.0013, BDAG currently trades at a low price point, but analysts suggest it could see 10x to 25x growth if it successfully attracts decentralized application (dApp) developers and gains traction in the DeFi space.

BlockchainFX ($BFX), another emerging project, has raised over $6.75 million in its presale, reaching 96% of its $7 million soft cap. With a presale price of $0.022 and a confirmed listing price of $0.05, early investors could see a 127% return before the project’s public launch. Analysts project that BFX could reach $0.50–$1 by 2025, offering potential returns of 20x–45x from its presale price. The platform is positioning itself as a crypto trading super app that bridges DeFi and traditional finance, with features including a Visa card and staking rewards.

As the market continues to evolve, the approval of XRP ETFs could serve as a turning point for both XRP and the broader altcoin sector. While Avalanche and BlockDAG face near-term hurdles, the growing demand for innovative blockchain platforms and accessible investment vehicles suggests that the industry is entering a new phase of institutional and retail adoption.

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