XRP News Today: RTX Challenges ADA, XRP with Cross-Chain Payments, $17.5M Raise

The 2025 cryptocurrency landscape is witnessing a strategic shift as emerging projects like Remittix (RTX) challenge the dominance of long-standing names such as Cardano (ADA) and Ripple (XRP). Analysts highlight RTX’s cross-chain payment infrastructure, real-world utility, and growing institutional backing as key factors positioning it as a potential disruptor. Meanwhile, Cardano’s focus on long-term DeFi scalability and Ripple’s market resilience amid legal uncertainties continue to draw investor scrutiny.

Remittix, a presale project with a current price of $0.0876, has raised over $17.5 million through the sale of 570 million tokens, according to project data [1]. The platform’s upcoming Web3 wallet, set for a Q3 2025 beta launch, aims to facilitate low-cost cross-border crypto-to-fiat transfers for freelancers across 30+ countries. Analysts argue that its multi-chain architecture—supporting Ethereum, Solana, and Binance Smart Chain—provides a competitive edge in a market increasingly prioritizing interoperability [1]. With a 50% token bonus currently active and a $18M soft cap nearing, RTX’s ecosystem is expanding rapidly, fueled by its CertiK-audited security framework and business-grade API solutions [1].

Cardano (ADA) remains a focal point for investors seeking passive income and long-term growth, despite slower development compared to newer rivals. The project’s roadmap includes DeFi scalability improvements, with price targets ranging between $3 and $5 [1]. However, critics note that ADA’s technical advancements have yet to translate into widespread real-world adoption. Remittix’s integration into decentralized finance (DeFi) and global remittances is cited as a more immediate value proposition, potentially allowing it to overtake ADA in market relevance if current trends persist [1].

Ripple (XRP) faces a dual narrative: regulatory challenges in the U.S. contrast with renewed optimism driven by institutional partnerships and improved liquidity. A recent analysis by crypto commentator Dark Defender examined large-scale XRP movements by co-founders, including Jed McCaleb’s 2020 transfer of $148 million worth of XRP. While critics initially viewed this as bearish, Dark Defender argues that XRP’s post-2020 price stability demonstrates structural resilience [2]. Current co-founder Chris Larsen’s $175 million XRP sale, meanwhile, has sparked debate about the diminishing influence of whale activity in a more mature market [2].

The XRP community remains divided on the implications of these transactions. Proponents, such as user BeethovenEcho, emphasize that broader factors—like institutional investment and regulatory clarity—now outweigh individual whale activity. Critics, however, caution that unresolved legal risks, particularly in the U.S., could still destabilize XRP’s gains [2].

Analysts observe a broader shift in investor priorities toward projects with tangible utility and cross-border applicability. RTX’s focus on low-cost remittances and cross-chain interoperability aligns with this trend, while Ripple’s partnership-driven model and Cardano’s technical upgrades reflect diverse approaches to market expansion. As 2025 progresses, the ability to scale real-world applications and navigate regulatory landscapes will likely determine which projects gain sustained traction.

Source: [1] [2025’s Crypto Watchlist: Experts Weigh Remittix (RTX) Against Cardano (ADA) and Ripple (XRP)](https://timestabloid.com/2025s-crypto-watchlist-experts-weigh-remittix-rtx-against-cardano/) [2] [XRP Didn’t Care About Jed McCaleb and Chris Larsen’s Massive Dumps](https://timestabloid.com/xrp-didnt-care-about-jed-mccaleb-and-chris-larsens-massive-dumps/)