The exchange rate of the XRP cryptocurrency has increased by more than 70% over the past year, however, it is still significantly behind its historical maximum and does not approach the indicators of other assets on the market.

One of the main reasons for this is the lengthy litigation involving Ripple Labs, the developer of XRP. The company is currently in a legal dispute with the Securities and Exchange Commission over the regulation of the token and possible violations in the sale of the token to institutional investors.

This uncertainty in court cases creates difficulties for investors, who find it difficult to determine how the price of XRP will change in the future, given the wide range of possible outcomes of the lawsuit.

Despite this, XRP has significant long-term potential. The prices of cryptocurrencies, like other assets, ultimately depend on supply and demand. XRP is a coin designed for use in the Ripple payment ecosystem, with a focus on cross-border transfers. The fast cross-border payments offered by Ripple represent a significant opportunity in the face of slow traditional methods.

However, the short-term risks to investors remain significant, mainly due to the uncertainty in the litigation. The possible continuation of the process and appeal procedures may last indefinitely, putting pressure on the price of XRP and its attractiveness to investors.

Despite this, analysts are making their predictions about the future of XRP. Some believe that the price may reach $1 in the near future, especially if the trial ends in Ripple's favor. Other experts suggest a significant increase in the exchange rate in the long term, even to $10 by 2030, if XRP can solve its current problems and unlock its potential.