XRP News Today: XRP and LILPEPE Aim to Outperform Ethereum's 19000% 2017 Rally

Ethereum's 2017 rally, in which the asset surged from around $7 to nearly $1,400—a 19,000% return—remains one of the most iconic performances in crypto history. As of late 2025, two digital assets—XRP and LILPEPE—have emerged as strong contenders to either replicate or outperform this parabolic move. Analysts are noting the growing momentum in both tokens, driven by institutional interest and community engagement, respectively [1].

Ripple’s XRP, long regarded as a blue-chip asset in the crypto space, has experienced a significant resurgence in late 2025. After a protracted legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), XRP has seen a 51% rebound from its April 2025 lows. On-chain metrics show a 7x increase in active wallet addresses, rising to over 295,000, while liquidity and total value locked (TVL) have also improved. Institutional confidence is further supported by a spot XRP ETF approval in Canada, a $500 million treasury allocation for XRP Ledger development, and the presence of over 2,700 institutional wallets holding more than 1 million XRP each. Analysts suggest that if XRP reaches $15 by the end of 2025, it could deliver a 7x return from current levels [1].

On the other end of the spectrum, LILPEPE, a meme coin built on a next-generation Ethereum Layer 2 chain, is generating buzz through viral appeal and technical innovation. Unlike most meme coins, LILPEPE operates on a dedicated EVM-compatible blockchain, making it both culturally relevant and functionally scalable. It is currently in Stage 9 of its presale, with the token priced at $0.0018 and having already raised over $15 million. If LILPEPE reaches $0.20 by 2026, as some analysts predict, early investors could see returns of up to 125x [1]. The tokenomics are designed for long-term growth, with 26.5% allocated to the presale, 13.5% to staking and rewards, 20% to marketing and liquidity, and no buy/sell taxes. Community engagement is also strong, including a $777,000 giveaway for 10 winners, each receiving $77,000 worth of tokens.

The comparison to Ethereum's 2017 rally is not just about returns but also the underlying catalysts. Ethereum's success in 2017 came from a convergence of technological innovation, adoption, and favorable market timing. XRP is now benefiting from similar factors—improved institutional infrastructure, DeFi functionality, and global ETF support—while LILPEPE is leveraging meme culture and on-chain utility. Analysts suggest that while XRP could deliver 5x–10x returns, LILPEPE has the potential for 100x–200x gains if meme season returns [1].

Both XRP and LILPEPE are attracting attention in a market environment where retail participation and speculative momentum are strong. The resurgence of meme-based tokens, seen in the success of Dogecoin and Shiba Inu in previous years, suggests that LILPEPE could benefit from similar social media-driven demand. Meanwhile, XRP’s growing institutional profile positions it as a potential breakout candidate in a broader altcoin rotation [1].

In conclusion, while Ethereum remains the leading smart contract platform, the current cycle is showing signs of favoring high-growth speculative assets. XRP and LILPEPE are two such assets that are drawing attention from both institutional and retail investors. Whether they can outperform Ethereum’s 2017 run remains to be seen, but the momentum suggests they are on the right trajectory [1].

Source:

[1] Blockonomi https://blockonomi.com/these-2-crypto-coins-will-outperform-ethereums-eth-entire-2017-rally/

[2] CryptoDnes.bg https://cryptodnes.bg/en/best-altcoins-to-buy-now-as-trump-greenlights-bitcoin-for-401k-retirement-accounts/

[3] AInvest https://www.ainvest.com/news/ethereum-news-today-ethereum-nears-4-000-40-surge-outpaces-bitcoin-etfs-shift-269m-institutional-flow-2508/

[4] CoinCentral https://coincentral.com/dogecoin-doge-news-sparks-buzz-but-this-ethereum-token-breakout-is-turning-more-heads/

[5] Bitget https://www.bitget.com/news/detail/12560604901884