Bitstamp, the oldest cryptocurrency exchange in existence, is generating buzz with its bold claim that XRP is on track to make history in 2025. A recent tweet from the platform proclaimed, “XRP gonna make history next year,” igniting excitement and speculation among the dedicated XRP Army and the broader crypto community.
While the exchange didn’t divulge what this historic milestone entails, the implications for XRP are significant, especially with major developments on the horizon for 2025. Reports indicate that Bitstamp is actively working to enhance its relationship with XRP by developing a derivatives platform on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). This could pave the way for innovative and enhanced trading opportunities for its users.
In addition, whispers of a potential acquisition of Bitstamp by Robinhood are stirring conversation about a boost in retail investor access to XRP. Announced in June, this deal would merge Bitstamp’s global trading capabilities with Robinhood’s reach, amplifying Bitstamp’s visibility while capitalizing on its established reputation among investors.
The forthcoming Trump administration is anticipated to adopt a pro-crypto position, which many believe can catalyze progress and support for companies like Ripple. Recently, Ripple made headlines for donating a monumental $5 million XRP to President-elect Trump’s inaugural fund—marking it as the largest such contribution in U.S. history. This move further cements XRP’s standing in the regulatory landscape.
Much of the enthusiasm around XRP also stems from Ripple’s ongoing legal skirmish with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The XRP community holds out hope that a favorable decision could provide the regulatory clarity needed for wider institutional adoption. Discussions are swirling about the possible arrival of XRP-backed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and the growing acceptance of the XRP Ledger.
The recent approval of RLUSD by the New York Department of Financial Services has spotlighted the XRPL’s importance in enterprise payments, real-world asset tokenization, and decentralized finance (DeFi). Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse referred to RLUSD as the “gold standard for the enterprise sector,” emphasizing its synergy with the XRP ecosystem.
Every transaction on the XRPL reduces the total supply of XRP, which may increase its scarcity and value over time. Although the launch of RLUSD initially stirred some price fluctuations, analysts predict it will ultimately spur increased activity and wider adoption within the XRP Ledger.
Versan Aljarrah, founder of Black Swan Capitalist, remarked, “Since RLUSD went live, transactions are surging, scalability is proving itself, and liquidity is flowing. These are the first steps toward consolidating all the world’s money. Once every country has its own stablecoin, the new global banking system will be locked in.”
Looking beyond the fundamentals, experts like Javon Marks express optimism that XRP will surpass expectations. Recently, he highlighted that XRP has shown resilience akin to its 2017 rally, indicating substantial growth potential on the horizon. Marks noted, “Given XRP’s previous performance, which saw a 600X increase, its next bull cycle could see prices soar by over 6,800%, potentially reaching $168.”
As excitement builds for XRP and its anticipated achievements in 2025, it promises to be an exhilarating time for investors, traders, and all those involved in the cryptocurrency landscape.
