$XRP vs $ETH : Can the Underdog Outshine ETH This Altcoin Season?
Arthur Hayes, founder of BitMEX, believes Ethereum is set to lead the altcoin surge. With Bitcoin already setting new highs, he views ETH as the next logical mover, backed by strong volume and bullish sentiment. Hayes sees Ethereum’s ecosystem benefiting broadly if current trends continue, calling this phase a clear setup for “ETH season.”
But not everyone agrees. Dom Kwok, a crypto entrepreneur and former Goldman Sachs analyst, has reiterated his long-standing prediction that XRP will eventually surpass Ethereum. He argues that key drivers—such as the growth of stablecoin activity on the XRP Ledger and the upcoming launch of XRP-based ETFs—could act as powerful catalysts.
Kwok points to the integration of RLUSD and USDC on the XRP Ledger as signs of expanding utility, while the ETF narrative mirrors the impact that spot Bitcoin ETFs had on BTC’s price action. He also suggests that XRP’s lower price relative to ETH and BTC could attract retail investors priced out of higher-value coins, making XRP an appealing entry point.
Whether Ethereum maintains its second-place dominance or XRP pulls off an upset remains to be seen. But with altcoin season approaching, both assets are likely to see heightened attention—and possibly, dramatic moves.
