As 2025 begins, XRP reclaims its position as the third-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, driven by significant price growth amidst general market optimism.
XRP's Growth and Momentum
XRP has made a remarkable comeback, moving from fourth to third spot in cryptocurrency rankings. It saw a price surge of nearly 17% in the first two days of 2025, as the broader cryptocurrency market experiences renewed bullish interest, with several digital assets posting significant gains.
Trading Volumes on Upbit Exchange
XRP's trading volume has skyrocketed by 140% in the last 24 hours, reaching $10.94 billion, according to CoinMarketCap. This increase is mainly led by the Upbit exchange, focused on Korea, with the XRP/KRW pair taking the lead.
Brad Garlinghouse's Remarks
Brad Garlinghouse, Ripple CEO, expressed his excitement about XRP's momentum: "Happy New Year to the XRP Family and the entire crypto community. Excited for the year ahead. Momentum and increased focus on real world utility continues to build."
XRP's performance at the beginning of 2025 highlights significant interest in the asset amid a generally optimistic cryptocurrency market.
