XRP is the native token of the XRP Ledger, and the cryptocurrency used by the Ripple payment network. 

It's built for enterprise use on a global scale and helps power cost-efficient cross-border payments.

As SEC Chair Gary Gensler prepares to exit, investors are flocking to XRP, an asset that's been targeted under his leadership.

XRP Price Spikes to 3-Year High as Optimism Surges Over SEC Shakeup

Solana

The following article is adapted from The Block's newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.

The Daily: Solana hits new all-time high, XRP surges after Gensler announces SEC departure and more

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Stellar

This week, the crypto economy soared to an astounding $3.29 trillion. Bitcoin (BTC) rose by 10%, while ether (ETH) followed closely with a 9% uptick. Meanwhile, a wide array of alternative digital currencies posted impressive gains, with many achieving growth in the double- and even triple-digit range.

Altcoins Shine as Crypto Economy Hits $3.29T: OM, XLM, ADA and XRP Drive the Frenzy

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Dogecoin

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Dogecoin hit its highest price in over a week, but other altcoins are seeing massive gains as Bitcoin approaches the $100,000 milestone.

Dogecoin Rising as Bitcoin Nears $100K—But XRP and Other Alts Are Hotter

Stellar also joined Ripple as a top performer, gaining 18.9% from Thursday.

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: XRP Surges 19.6% As Index Climbs Higher

XRP has surged over 25% in the past 24 hours, reaching its highest level since May 2021.

XRP Soars 25% to 3-Year High as SEC Chair Gary Gensler Resigns, Sparking Hope for Ripple's Legal Victory and Market Growth

An incoming crypto-friendly regulatory environment for U.S. based companies has renewed optimism for certain tokens, especially XRP.

XRP Price Surges 25% as Headwinds for Ripple Clear Even More

The surge comes amid Gary Gensler's announcement of his departure from the SEC and the prolonged market rally.

XRP surges to hit 3-year high as Gensler announces SEC departure

XRP advances with a new institutional-grade exchange-traded product, offering secure, physically backed exposure as Wisdomtree expands crypto products amid growing investor interest.

Global Asset Manager Launches XRP ETP With Industry-Leading Pricing in Europe

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) is up 8% over the past 24 hours, gaining momentum as news of SEC Chairman Gary Gensler stepping down sends bullish signals across the market. What Happened: Gensler announced his resignation effective January 20, 2025, which has been interpreted as a positive development for Ripple.

XRP Price Up 8%: What Is Going On With Ripple?

A crypto strategist known for making timely altcoin calls thinks it is within the realm of possibility for XRP to his massive price target.

XRP Could Shatter $20 Level ‘Easily,' According to Crypto Analyst – Here's His Outlook

Seasoned trader Peter Brandt believes that top memecoin Dogecoin's (DOGE) price action as of late looks incredibly bullish. Brandt tells his 751,800 followers on the social media platform X that DOGE has broken out of two technical patterns on the weekly chart this year.

Trader Peter Brandt Says One Memecoin Flashing ‘Super Strong' Chart, Predicts Price Rips for XRP and Solana

South Korean traders are known for pushing euphoric rallies on tokens, contributing to buying pressure and possibly influencing prices.

Dogecoin, XRP Trading Volumes Flip Bitcoin's in South Korea

Veteran trader Peter Brandt has identified a bullish “massive coil” pattern for XRP, signaling a potential breakout, while legal uncertainties and regulatory shifts fuel market speculation.

Peter Brandt Spotlights XRP's Bullish Setup and Potential Breakout Rally

Ripple's CEO has warned against SEC Chair candidates tied to past enforcement controversies, urging leadership that fosters innovation and ends punitive crypto regulation. A Name Sparks Debate: Ripple CEO Slams SEC Chair Prospect Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, has criticized the potential appointment of Caroline Stebbins as the next U.S.

Ripple CEO Sounds Alarm on SEC Chair Selection Amid Warnings of Oversight Risks

Ripple's potential initial public offering (IPO) is gaining traction as SBI supports the move, highlighting XRP's market growth and increased regulatory optimism. Japanese Giant SBI's Vision for Ripple: IPO Strategy After SEC Resolution Talks about Ripple potentially launching an initial public offering (IPO) have gained traction.

Ripple Urged to Prepare for IPO as SBI Sees XRP Driving Financial Innovation

The recent surge in XRP futures open interest to record highs reflects growing trader activity, often seen as a sign of bullish sentiment.

XRP Price at 3-Year High as Futures Open Interest Jumps to Record Highs

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse's remarks amid XRP's surge have fueled speculation of Trump talks, highlighting hopes for a pro-crypto regulatory shift and clearer policies. Ripple CEO's Remarks Spark Rumors of Presidential Talks During XRP Surge Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has ignited speculation about his political connections amid a significant rise in XRP's value.

Did Ripple's CEO Meet Trump? Cryptic Remarks Fuel XRP's Surge and Speculation

An increase in both OI and prices typically indicates that new money is entering the market — indicative of a bullish trend.

XRP Sees Record Futures Bets Amid Price Surge Above $1.20

Ripple's CEO predicts a seismic shift in U.S. cryptocurrency, citing potential reduced SEC oversight under Trump and surging market growth, including the recent $800 billion market unlock. Crypto in US Enters New Era: Ripple CEO Highlights XRP's Market Resurgence Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has voiced optimism about the future of cryptocurrency in the U.S.

Ripple CEO Predicts US Crypto Boom Amid XRP's Explosive Growth

The payments altcoin XRP defied a brief crypto market cooldown and surged by more than 15% in 24 hours to close out Friday. The asset's gains materialized after the French bank Societe Generale (SocGen) announced a plan to deploy its euro-pegged stablecoin, the EUR CoinVertible (EURCV), on the XRP Ledger (XRPL).

XRP Defies Crypto Market Cool Down and Surges by More Than 10% Amid New XRPL Stablecoin Announcement

While it doesn't seem like a single development spurred the rise in price, XRP traders likely anticipate a friendly regulatory environment.

XRP rises over 20%, spurred by favorable regulatory environment, ETF filing

The price surge is consistent with the recent bullish positioning in the options market.

XRP Skyrockets Past $1 as SEC Faces Legal Troubles And Favorable Regulatory Shift Looms

A pseudonymous analyst and trader is leaning bullish on a major memecoin while updating his outlook on two top-10 altcoins by market cap. The analyst pseudonymously known as DonAlt tells 62,700 subscribers of the TechnicalRoundup YouTube channel that Dogecoin (DOGE) could skyrocket by approximately 165% from the current level.

Analyst Says Large-Cap Memecoin Primed To Explode by Over 100%, Updates Outlook on XRP and Solana

Ripple's (CRYPTO: XRP) rally is increasingly gaining momentum amid whale accumulation and increased optimism from traders. What Happened: XRP surged 22% on Friday, bringing its seven-day gains to 57%.

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