XRP News Today: Ripple Secures U.S. Recognition as XRP Challenges Ethereum and Bitcoin

Ripple’s recent official recognition from U.S. authorities represents a key development for the firm and its native token, XRP. The acknowledgment underscores Ripple’s role in advancing financial inclusion and blockchain innovation, marking increased institutional acceptance of its technology. With XRP’s market dynamics shifting, the token has sparked renewed discussions about its potential to surpass Ethereum or even challenge Bitcoin’s dominance [1].

In Q2 2025, XRP overtook Ethereum in retail trading revenue on Coinbase, securing 13% of the platform’s retail transaction income compared to Ethereum’s 12%. Analysts attribute this shift to growing retail demand, renewed institutional interest, and speculation around a possible XRP ETF. This development is particularly significant given that XRP briefly surpassed Ethereum in market cap during January 2018. With liquidity increasing and some forecasts predicting a 500% price surge to $12.50 by 2028, XRP appears well-positioned to reclaim the second spot in the rankings—especially if Ethereum’s growth slows [1].

However, XRP still faces a formidable challenge in overtaking Bitcoin. As of mid-2025, Bitcoin’s market cap remains above $2 trillion, while XRP’s is around $138 billion. To close the gap, XRP would require an approximate 1,500% price increase, a scenario that would depend heavily on widespread institutional adoption and further ETF approvals. Though XRP has shown strength in niche markets—such as India, where it briefly surpassed Bitcoin in trading volume—dethroning the leading cryptocurrency would require a historic shift in demand and investor sentiment [1].

Meanwhile, attention is increasingly turning to early-stage projects like MAGACOIN FINANCE, which has emerged as a presale token with high potential according to some analysts. The project is described as having the potential to outperform major layer-1 platforms like Solana and Cardano, with some forecasts suggesting gains of up to 15,000%. MAGACOIN combines DeFi infrastructure, governance utilities, and staking incentives, offering a speculative option for investors seeking high-risk, high-reward exposure [1].

Online engagement with MAGACOIN is growing, with increasing visibility on forums, Telegram groups, and social media platforms. The project is being viewed by some as a compelling alternative for traders looking to shift capital from major tokens to emerging opportunities. While XRP continues to position itself against Ethereum and Bitcoin, projects like MAGACOIN FINANCE are contributing to a more dynamic and competitive crypto market [1].

Source: [1] Ripple Gains Official US Recognition—Could XRP Overtake Ethereum and Bitcoin? (https://en.bitcoinsistemi.com/ripple-gains-official-us-recognition-could-xrp-overtake-ethereum-and-bitcoin/)