Crypto analyst Mason Versluis, known as Crypto Mason, has stated that XRP holders should prepare for upcoming changes in the market following the expected approval of spot ETFs.
Inevitable Approval of XRP ETFs
According to Versluis, the approval of spot XRP ETFs is inevitable. "It doesn’t matter if they get approved in 2025 or 2026 or even 2027," he said. "The fact of the matter is, they will get approved." His case is based on precedents: Bitcoin ETFs received approval in January 2024, and Ethereum products launched shortly afterward. Filings for Hedera Hashgraph ETFs are already underway.
Lessons from Bitcoin and Ethereum
The experience of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs serves as a roadmap for what XRP holders might expect. Bitcoin ETFs drew billions of dollars in inflows shortly after approval, reshaping liquidity and institutional exposure. Ethereum products, approved later in 2024, led to similar structural changes. Analysts suggest XRP ETFs might follow a similar path, providing regulated access points for Wall Street investment.
Institutional Demand and Market Volatility
While approval would likely bring substantial liquidity and buying pressure, it may also introduce heightened volatility. Institutional players typically rebalance portfolios on strict schedules, which can lead to sudden price swings. However, ETF-driven demand could anchor XRP more firmly in global markets, adding credibility and encouraging broader adoption.
Versluis, who has held XRP for seven years, emphasized that holders should closely monitor regulatory timelines and prepare for the impacts of institutional flows. The SEC's decision is imminent, with expectations set for both 2025 and 2026. Once that approval date arrives, XRP holders will indeed need to brace for changes.
