XRP Dominates Popularity Poll, Outshining Bitcoin and
A recent poll on X has sparked excitement in the crypto community, revealing a surprising shift in investor sentiment—XRP is currently outpacing Bitcoin and Ethereum in popularity. The survey, conducted by a well-known Bitcoin-focused account with nearly 200,000 followers, posed an intriguing question: "If Elon Musk and Donald Trump distributed $5,000 worth of DOGE at the end of the year, what would you invest in?"
XRP Takes a Landslide Victory
With over 20,000 participants, XRP secured a massive 63% of the votes, leaving Bitcoin trailing at 30% and Ethereum struggling with a mere 2%. This overwhelming support underscores XRP’s growing influence and market interest, particularly in light of its recent surge. Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, even chimed in on the discussion, adding a humorous touch to the unexpected outcome.
Adding to the excitement, Brazil’s approval of the first-ever spot XRP ETF has bolstered global recognition. The Brazilian securities regulator has greenlit the Hashdex Nasdaq XRP Index Fund, marking a significant milestone for XRP's institutional adoption. Meanwhile, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has acknowledged ETF filings from major asset managers like Grayscale and Bitwise, fueling speculation about a potential breakthrough for XRP in the U.S. market.
Whales Accumulate 150 Million XRP – A Bullish Signal?
On-chain data reveals that crypto whales have been aggressively accumulating XRP, with over 150 million tokens scooped up within just 48 hours. In a single day, whales purchased 60 million XRP, suggesting strong confidence in its long-term value. Analysts are now eyeing a potential surge to $3, should these bullish trends continue—especially if ETF approvals or institutional partnerships further cement XRP’s position in the crypto market.