The XRP token maintains its position above the $3 mark, despite a recent dip. Political and market events create a positive outlook for XRP.
Current XRP Market Position
XRP, with a market cap of $182 billion, is trading steadily above $3, despite a 1.53% dip over the past 24 hours. The token briefly fell to $2.90 but quickly recovered to trade at $3.16, according to CoinMarketCap data.
Impact of Donald Trump's Inauguration
Today marks the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, creating optimism in the crypto market. Analysts suggest that XRP, along with HBAR and ADA, will benefit from the new pro-crypto administration in the U.S.
Solana's Challenges and XRP Ledger's Advantage
The potential approval of an XRP ETF generates positive sentiment among investors. Additionally, significant downtimes for Solana, a rival to the XRP Ledger, strengthened its position. Solana disruptions were also caused by the launch of meme coins TRUMP and MELANIA, adding stress to the blockchain.
The cryptocurrency market remains sensitive to geopolitical shifts and network factors. XRP continues to demonstrate resilience despite challenges, poised for potential breakthroughs.