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Entrepreneur With World’s Highest IQ Says He Will Buy XRP From Now On

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Entrepreneur With World’s Highest IQ Says He Will Buy XRP From Now On

Bitcoin maximalist YoungHoon Kim appears to have switched sides, with his recent statement suggesting he has turned to XRP.

Kim, who claims to hold the world’s highest IQ of 276, said in a tweet today that he will be buying XRP from now on, eliciting reactions from the crypto community. Notably, he has long been a staunch supporter of Bitcoin, but his recent comment suggests he might be extending his allegiance to XRP.

“I Buy XRP From Now On”

A glance at his X timeline shows Kim has been an adamant believer in Bitcoin. He even holds a bag of the crypto leader and has incessantly predicted the coin would attain higher prices in the near term.

In November, he asserted that the year-end target for Bitcoin is a rally to a new all-time high of $220,000. His faith-based prediction suggests Bitcoin would recover from its recent underwhelming price action to greater heights, with Kim committing to use 100% of his profits to facilitate his religious bias.

Since then, Kim has remained bullish on Bitcoin and its near-term price trajectory. He claimed on December 10 that BTC had bottomed a few weeks ago and would now enter a supercycle. He also predicted a rally to $100,000 in seven days and $300,000 in early 2026, before calling Bitcoin “the money of God” earlier today.

However, in an interesting turn of events, he suddenly posted that he would buy XRP from here on. While he did not specifically denounce supporting BTC or provide further context to his new charge, his statement has sparked reactions from the crypto community.

A Pattern for XRP?

Crypto millionaire Gordon was among those who reacted to Kim’s XRP embrace. He suggested this might be a pattern many have not noticed as the buzz around the XRP ecosystem has intensified lately.

First, it was the announcement that XRP is now on Solana, and now the “smartest man in the world” has declared he is now buying XRP. For those who don’t know yet, Solana announced that Hex Trust will bridge wrapped XRP on Solana, giving XRP holders access to its DeFi ecosystem.

Gordon highlighted that this pattern could mark the start of something notable for XRP, as things are starting to look “very good.” Specifically, he stated that it might be the beginning of an XRP rally.

Meanwhile, Gordon predicted in a parallel tweet that XRP will soon be “leaving the station,” citing a possible breakout from a descending resistance trendline. His chart shows that when a similar breakout occurred earlier in July, XRP rallied from $2.27 to its current yearly high of $3.66.

The millionaire trader concluded that while history doesn’t always repeat, it tends to rhyme.

Japan Banks May Lead the First Major XRP Adoption Test: Portfolio Manager

Mark Brennan
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Japan Banks May Lead the First Major XRP Adoption Test: Portfolio Manager

Portfolio Manager and CFA Michael Gayed says Japan may become the first place where banks fully test XRP in real financial systems. 

Notably, Japan’s recent decision to raise interest rates for the first time in years has led to discussions about the reverse yen carry trade, pushing some analysts to consider whether XRP can help ease the pressure created by this development. 

Amid the ongoing discussion, Gayed recently presented why Japan’s banking sector has now entered a unique position that fits Ripple’s long-term plans for XRP. In a Substack article, Gayed noted that he believes Japan now has one of the clearest setups for large-scale XRP use. 

According to him, three major factors are coming together at the same time: Japan’s strong demand for cross-border payments, its long history with the yen carry trade, and its clear digital-asset rules. To Gayed, these elements naturally match the type of infrastructure Ripple has built over the years.

Japan in Asian Remittances

He first called attention to Japan’s major role in Asian remittances. Specifically, millions of people send money from Japan to the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, and other Southeast Asian countries every year. 

Gayed explained that foreign workers rely on these transfers to support their families and that Japanese companies maintain deep business ties across the region. Because these payments move large volumes and run on predictable schedules, they feel the impact of delays and unnecessary costs more than most corridors.

Gayed argued that traditional banking systems still slow these transfers down. Notably, banks depend on older methods such as SWIFT messages, bilateral account setups, and pre-funded Nostro accounts. 

He said these methods create delays, add costs, and divert money that banks could use elsewhere. To him, this makes Japan’s remittance market a perfect testing ground for Ripple’s technology.

XRP Already Has a Place in Japan’s Financial System

The market commentator then called attention to SBI Remit as proof that XRP already works in these settings. For context, the firm started using XRP in 2021 to move money between Japan and the Philippines, cutting down on pre-funding and speeding up settlement times. 

By 2023, SBI expanded its system to allow direct payouts into bank accounts in the Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia. Gayed highlighted this progress to show that real banks, regulators, and customers actively use XRP-based systems, not just test them in theory.

He also explained that Ripple’s presence in Japan extends beyond remittances. Notably, through the MoneyTap consortium, dozens of regional banks use or test Ripple-supported systems for domestic transfers. Even when banks do not settle transactions with XRP, their experience with Ripple’s infrastructure makes future cross-border use easier and more likely.

XRP Role in the Reverse Carry Trade 

Speaking further, Gayed then turned his focus to Japan’s financial structure. For decades, Japan kept interest rates near zero, which encouraged investors to borrow yen cheaply and invest in higher-yielding markets abroad. This trend helped influence the global carry trade and created large pools of offshore yen. 

Now, the Bank of Japan has started to unwind its long-standing policy. However, Gayed believes the underlying incentives and liquidity issues remain. He argued that XRP could support banks as they adjust to new interest-rate conditions and manage foreign-currency flows more efficiently.

He then mentioned the importance of Japan’s regulatory approach. Unlike many countries that still struggle to clarify digital-asset rules, Japan has spent years building a complete legal framework for cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and tokenized payments. 

According to Gayed, institutions like SBI use this clarity to develop blockchain-based services and Ripple-supported applications. Importantly, this creates an environment where banks can adopt new technology without dealing with regulatory uncertainty.

Overall, Gayed admitted that Japan does not guarantee large-scale XRP adoption, but he believes the country brings together factors that rarely appear in one place. 

He noted that Japan’s economic structure, active remittance channels, strong institutional partners, and clear regulations give its banks a real chance to serve as the first major test of XRP in everyday financial operations.

Terraform Labs Founder Do Kwon Sentenced to 15 Years Over $40 Billion Crypto Collapse

Zabi
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Terraform Labs Founder Do Kwon Sentenced to 15 Years Over $40 Billion Crypto Collapse

Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for his role in the Terra-Luna collapse, which wiped out $40 billion in market value in 2022.

The sentencing took place in Manhattan, where U.S. District Judge Paul Engelmayer imposed a harsher punishment than both sides had proposed.

Specifically, federal prosecutors sought a 12-year term, arguing that Kwon’s actions devastated investors worldwide. Meanwhile, Kwon’s team urged the court to consider a much shorter five-year sentence, citing cooperation and remorse.

However, Engelmayer rejected both, arguing that the lower request fell far short of the gravity of the case, according to statements reported by Inner City Press.

As he explained his decision, the judge emphasized that Kwon’s actions created a system too unstable to withstand market pressure. This, he said, justified a prison term above the government’s recommendation. 

Guilty Plea Followed by Delayed Apology

Kwon’s sentence followed his guilty plea in August to fraud charges connected to the TerraUSD (UST) stablecoin and its companion token, LUNA.

During the hearing, he expressed remorse and acknowledged the harm caused to investors. However, the apology came more than two years after the crash and only after reaching a plea agreement with prosecutors, a point that did not escape the court’s attention.

Breakdown of the Terra-Luna System

For context, the Terra-Luna ecosystem had centered on the algorithmic stablecoin UST, which relied on LUNA to maintain its value. This structure unraveled in May 2022 when UST lost its dollar peg, triggering a chain reaction that sent both tokens into free fall.

The crash eliminated tens of billions of dollars in value within days and contributed to the deep downturn that shaped the crypto markets that year.

Throughout this period, Kwon had repeatedly offered public assurances about the project’s resilience even as clear warning signs emerged. The court highlighted these statements when weighing the broader consequences of his leadership.

Flight, Arrest, and Extradition to the United States

The collapse launched an intensive international search operation. After Terra-Luna failed, Kwon fled South Korea, moving between countries before being detained by Montenegrin authorities in March 2023. He was arrested while attempting to travel to Dubai with a false passport, according to local officials.

His apprehension sparked a race between the United States and South Korea to secure his extradition. Following months of legal back-and-forth, Montenegro approved his extradition to New York, where he ultimately faced federal fraud charges.

Kwon’s sentencing adds to a growing list of high-profile cases targeting misconduct in the cryptocurrency sector. His conviction comes roughly a year after FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried received a 25-year prison term for unrelated fraud offenses.

Ultimately, the rulings highlight stricter enforcement as regulators respond to widespread investor losses and systemic failures across the industry.

Top Solana Foundation Exec Praises the Uniqueness of XRP

Elendu Benedict
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Top Solana Foundation Exec Praises the Uniqueness of XRP

Vibhu Norby, the head of product marketing at the Solana Foundation, has retracted his earlier criticism of the XRP ecosystem.

Widely known as Vibhu, the Solana Foundation exec got involved in a heated debate with the XRP community in early November over the coin’s current use case. However, in a December 12 tweet, he appeared repentant, stating that he has come to understand the outstanding nature of XRP and its community.

XRP’s Distinction Converts Solana Exec

For the uninitiated, Vibhu took to X on November 1 to question the XRP community’s touch with reality. While he started by claiming he wants Ripple and XRP to thrive, he suggested that its proponents are obviously living in the future rather than facing the present-day facts about the XRP Ledger’s adoption.

Among his highlighted metrics, showing that the XRPL has “been extremely mediocre” in comparison to Solana is the active daily accounts. He drew data from XRPScan and Blockworks, indicating that Solana has 100x more daily users than the Ledger.

Vibhu also identified other metrics, such as total daily transactions and transfer volume, where XRP lags compared to Solana. He even urged XRP investors to reconsider their holdings and challenged proponents to a “fact-only” debate.

However, his tone looked completely different today. He noted that through learning from public discussions and meetings with core members and the Ripple team, he now sees XRP differently.

Vibhu outlined his better understanding of XRP as an asset and its ever-vibrant community, a retraction from his November 1 disposition. Remarkably, the Solana product marketing head has become the latest XRP critic to convert into an admirer of the ecosystem.

XRP Coming to Solana

Notably, the tweet came after the announcement that XRP is coming to Solana. Vibhu explained that this meant Solana is building a cross-chain bridge to bring deep liquidity to XRP.

With the rollout, XRP holders can maintain their holdings in the XRP Ledger and unlock a wrapped version of the asset for DeFi activities on Solana. With the wrapped XRP (wXRP), users can earn yields by lending their assets, buy stocks, RWAs, and yield-bearing tokens, while also exploring other features of the Solana ecosystem without the need for exchanges.

Remarkably, events leading up to this announcement had hinted at this development. Solana posted the “589” figure earlier this week, achieving its highest X engagement to date with over 6 million views. The official X account also shared another cryptic tweet a day later with the caption “time to flip the switch,” featuring a long-standing XRP meme.

Top Analyst Says “Buying Some Cardano Here” Amid Trendine Breakout

Elendu Benedict
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Top Analyst Says “Buying Some Cardano Here” Amid Trendine Breakout

Analysts are gaining exposure to Cardano at the current price level, as a bullish chart setup suggests an impulsive uptrend is imminent.

Prominent market watcher Captain Faibik is among those predicting that Cardano could reach new heights from here, despite its lackluster price trend. He shared this in his recent Cardano price prediction, citing a trendline breakout.

Buy Some ADA Here

Notably, Cardano has failed to trend higher as most prominent cryptocurrencies have in the past 24 hours. Bitcoin and Solana have increased 2% and 4.30% in the past day, with most other assets in the top 10 crypto market cap ranking also posting slight gains. However, ADA has corrected 2.43% in the same timeframe.

The move summarizes ADA’s recent price action, as it has continued to struggle under the current market conditions. CoinMarketCap data shows it has declined 3.7% in the past seven days and 25% in the last month.

Nonetheless, Captain Faibik sees this as a great buy opportunity for Cardano. In his latest analysis, he confirmed that he is buying some ADA here, suggesting that things could escalate quickly for the blue-chip asset soon.

Cardano Retests Trendline After Breakout

Meanwhile, his bullish outlook stems from an expectation of a sustained trendline breakout for Cardano in the near term. An accompanying chart identifies that ADA trends near the neckline resistance of a multi-month trendline at the time of his analysis.

Cardano Trendline Breakout
Cardano Trendline Breakout

The supply trendline began forming at the $0.882 high on October 6 and has since suppressed Cardano’s price. In the course of its downtrend, ADA has attempted to break above the slope but has met with notable rejections.

However, Cardano showed strength, breaking above the neckline resistance on December 9 when it rallied to a high of $0.484. This breakout occurred shortly after Faibik’s analysis. Following the breakout is the current retest of the trendline, with ADA pulling back to $0.423 at the time of writing.

Breakout Targets $0.70

Remarkably, a sustained breakout will likely spark bullish price action for Cardano if the broader market remains stable. Captain Faibik shares this sentiment, highlighting the possible target if the asset successfully retests this resistance trendline.

His chart shows a possible climb to the $0.70 price range, reclaiming levels last seen in late October. From its current price of $0.423, this represents a 65.5% increase.

Notably, this aligns with an analysis from top chartist Ali Martinez. He shared in a November market outlook that ADA would target a rally towards $0.70 if it holds crucial support around $0.50.

SEC Backs DTCC Three-Year Pilot to Tokenize U.S. Securities on Select Blockchains

Zabi
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SEC Backs DTCC Three-Year Pilot to Tokenize U.S. Securities on Select Blockchains

The U.S. SEC has approved a three-year pilot that allows the Depository Trust Company to test blockchain-based recordkeeping for certain U.S. securities. 

The decision marks the first time the country’s core trade-settlement infrastructure will be permitted to operate a system that mirrors existing holdings on select blockchains through tokenized entitlements.

Regulatory Approval and Scope

The SEC outlined its position in a No-Action Letter issued on Thursday. It confirmed the SEC would not take enforcement action if DTCC mints or retires tokens representing security entitlements already under its custody.

With this assurance in place, the pilot is expected to roll out in the second half of next year. To facilitate the trial, the agency temporarily eased several regulations that ordinarily govern clearing agencies. Specifically, the adjustments encompassed requirements related to operational resilience, 19b-4 submissions, and other core infrastructure standards.

Consequently, this regulatory flexibility establishes a controlled environment for DTCC to evaluate blockchain-based workflows. Moreover, it preserves existing ownership rights and avoids creating any new classes of securities.

Purpose of the Pilot

In a statement shared on X, DTCC says the program will connect traditional finance with emerging blockchain systems.

The program lets investors turn regular book-entry positions into digital tokens, allowing DTCC to test if distributed ledgers can make moving securities faster while keeping existing safeguards. The pilot focuses on certain assets, like Russell 1000 stocks, U.S. Treasurys, and major ETFs, giving DTCC a representative sample to see how the system performs across different markets.

How the Tokenization Process Works

When a participant decides to tokenize their holdings, DTCC first moves the securities from its central ledger into a digital omnibus account. Then, it issues a matching token to the participant’s blockchain wallet.

This ensures that each token represents an existing entitlement in DTCC’s system, without creating new claims or changing investor rights.

Additionally, the tokens may operate on either public or private blockchains, provided that the networks meet DTCC’s technology and governance standards. A formal list of supported networks will be published later, allowing participants to evaluate their options before the pilot begins.

Even though the system uses blockchain, it’s highly controlled. Tokens can only move between DTCC-registered wallets, keeping all activity within a supervised environment.

DTCC also keeps a root wallet that can reverse or fix transactions if mistakes or misconduct occur, mirroring existing U.S. market protections.

The clearinghouse says tokenized entitlements could reduce reconciliation work, allow transfers outside normal settlement times, and improve efficiency.

Reporting Requirements

To maintain transparency, DTCC is obligated to submit quarterly reports throughout the pilot implementation of the program. These updates will outline the number of participating firms, the value of tokenized entitlements, and which blockchains were used or declined.

The reports will also detail outage events, registered wallet totals, and any instances where DTCC exercised its reversal authority.

Ultimately, these disclosures will help regulators track the program’s progress and assess its broader implications.

Dogecoin Price Prediction for Dec 12: Will DOGE Find Fib Support?

Albert Brown
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Dogecoin faces resistance below key Fibonacci levels as it approaches crucial support. Will DOGE find support?

Dogecoin (DOGE) has experienced a modest 1.8% gain in the last 24 hours, currently trading for $0.1406. The price has fluctuated between $0.1366 and $0.1423 during this period, reflecting some level of volatility.

Over the past week, Dogecoin has seen a 3.9% decline, while the 14-day performance shows a larger drop of 6.8%. The 30-day and one-year performances show more significant losses, with declines of 18.1% and 66.4%, respectively, highlighting long-term ongoing struggles.

Despite recent short-term gains, Dogecoin faces challenges in sustaining momentum, especially given the broader downtrend over the past month and year. The current price range, along with the mixed performance, suggests that Dogecoin is caught in a larger bearish trend. Can bulls find support and defy the bears?

Dogecoin Price Analysis

Looking at the technical charts, DOGE has faced stiff resistance below the 0.236 Fibonacci level at $0.15030. The price is currently hovering just above the 0 level, with the next potential support around $0.13000. Dogecoin has previously seen a bounce after touching this support, for instance the latest pump to $0.154 on December 3.

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DOGEUSD 2025 12 12 11 02 57

If Dogecoin fails to hold above this support, it could face further declines, with the 0.382 Fibonacci level at $0.16162 acting as the next resistance point for any potential bounce.

Meanwhile, the Chande Momentum Oscillator (ChandeMO) reading of -36.21 suggests that Dogecoin is seeing a decline in momentum, signaling a potential for short-term reversal or consolidation. This negative momentum could continue if the price fails to break above the 0.236 level and regain momentum.

However, if Dogecoin manages to stay above the $0.13200 support level and recapture the 0.236 level, it may attempt to retest higher Fibonacci levels, with the 0.618 level at $0.17992 being a crucial resistance to watch for any upward move.

Dogecoin Liquidation Data

Dogecoin’s liquidation data highlights growing volatility, with long positions dominating recent liquidations. Over the last 12 hours, Dogecoin experienced significant liquidation activity, with a total of $1.00 million in liquidations. Long positions accounted for $415.10K, while short positions saw a higher liquidation of $586.48K, indicating stronger pressure on short positions during this period.

Dogecoin Liquidation
Dogecoin Liquidation

In the last 24 hours, the liquidation volume increased to $2.82 million, with long positions totaling $2.14 million and short positions at $677.86K. This shows that long positions have been hit harder. The dominance of long liquidations suggests that Dogecoin may face further downside if the trend continues.

Ripple CTO Endorses New XRP DeFi Opportunity, Calls It a “Good Thing”

Lele Jima
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Ripple CTO Endorses New XRP DeFi Opportunity, Calls It a “Good Thing”

Ripple’s CTO, David Schwartz, publicly endorses a major new initiative that expands the presence of XRP across the broader DeFi landscape. 

Notably, the initiative centers on Hex Trust’s launch of wrapped XRP (wXRP), a fully collateralized, 1:1-backed token. Specifically, wXRP extends XRP’s usability beyond the XRP Ledger into some of the industry’s largest DeFi ecosystems. 

Hex Trust Launches wXRP 

Hex Trust announced the rollout of wXRP today, emphasizing that the wrapped asset is built to enhance XRP’s DeFi activity and cross-chain utility.

With wXRP, users can trade XRP against RLUSD on Ethereum and other supported chains. Moreover, it opens access to DeFi opportunities across multiple networks, including Solana, Optimism, and HyperEVM. Accordingly, retail users will get simple access to swaps, lending, and other DeFi opportunities on supported chains.

Notably, each wXRP corresponds to one XRP held in Hex Trust’s regulated custody. Users deposit their native XRP into Hex Trust and mint an equivalent amount of wXRP, ensuring transparent 1:1 backing at all times. 

Remarkably, Hex Trust is launching wXRP with more than $100 million in TVL, giving the asset meaningful liquidity from the outset. This initial commitment enables smoother trading and more stable token pricing. 

Furthermore, Hex Trust leverages LayerZero’s Omnichain Fungible Token (OFT) standard to power wXRP’s cross-chain interoperability. This architecture enables secure movement of the wrapped asset across supported blockchains without relying on unregulated third-party bridges. 

Ripple Execs React 

The launch of wXRP drew a reaction from Ripple’s CTO David Schwartz, who welcomed the development as a positive step forward. He noted that allowing XRP to operate across more environments directly enhances the asset’s long-term utility.  

Additionally, Schwartz said the XRPL remains the foundational anchor that enables the entire ecosystem to function effectively.  

Meanwhile, RippleX’s SVP Markus Infanger expressed strong enthusiasm for the project, welcoming the launch of wXRP. He noted the growing demand to use XRP across multiple blockchains and highlighted that the initiative will provide users with regulated access to the DeFi ecosystem. 

XRP Holders Get More DeFi Opportunities 

The development adds to the expanding list of DeFi opportunities being built around XRP. Although XRP originally launched without native DeFi capabilities, the asset has steadily gained new avenues for holders to participate in the DeFi ecosystem. 

Projects like Flare Network and Axelar have already enabled XRP holders to access yield-bearing opportunities across multiple chains. The new initiative from Hex Trust follows a similar model, allowing users to deposit their native XRP and mint a wrapped version that can be deployed across various DeFi platforms. 

Meanwhile, additional projects are exploring ways to deepen XRP’s presence in DeFi. Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson recently disclosed plans to advance discussions on giving XRP holders more robust yield-generating opportunities. 

YouTube Rolls Out PYUSD Stablecoin Payments for U.S. Creators

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YouTube Rolls Out PYUSD Stablecoin Payments for U.S. Creators

YouTube has introduced a new payout option for creators in the United States, allowing them to receive their earnings in PayPal’s dollar-backed stablecoin, PYUSD.

The move introduces a new dimension to YouTube’s monetization framework. It also underscores the expanding role of digital assets within the broader creator economy.

The update was confirmed by PayPal’s head of crypto, May Zabaneh, as well as a Google spokesperson, who both acknowledged the rollout of the feature.

How the Payout System Works

To enable the option without altering its own platform, YouTube continues to send creator earnings to PayPal in fiat currency. PayPal then converts these funds into PYUSD and manages the entire crypto flow. This structure keeps digital asset handling away from YouTube while offering creators a more flexible way to receive income.

According to Zabaneh, this arrangement also eases regulatory friction because PayPal oversees all crypto-related processes, thereby allowing YouTube to introduce the feature with minimal operational changes.

With this update, eligible U.S. creators can choose PYUSD for both ad revenue and channel subscription earnings. The option offers a clear path for creators seeking exposure to stablecoin payments. It caters to those who wish to avoid the complexities of managing token conversions themselves.

PYUSD Expanding Presence

Meanwhile, the PYUSD stablecoin has gained notable traction since its August 2023 launch by Paxos. Since its debut, the token has spread across PayPal’s wider ecosystem, including its main wallet and Venmo. It is also used for merchant payments, small business settlements, and select partner integrations.

CoinGecko data indicates that PYUSD’s market value is near $4 billion, making it the sixth-largest stablecoin globally. This growth has been aided by broader integrations, such as Visa’s support for PYUSD in its stablecoin settlement system, as well as tokens like Circle’s EURC and USDG.

Growing Interest Across Big Tech

YouTube’s decision also aligns with a broader shift among major technology companies toward tokenized money and on-chain infrastructure. Notably, corporate confidence has increased following the passage of a federal stablecoin oversight bill, signed under the administration of President Donald Trump.

Rising activity in the fintech sector continues as well, illustrated by Stripe’s $1.1 billion acquisition of Bridge, a stablecoin-focused startup. 

Together, these moves underscore a growing belief that regulated digital currencies could play a larger role in mainstream payments.

Jake Claver Predicts XRP Still Has Room for a 100X Explosion

Abdulkarim Abdulwahab
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Jake Claver Predicts XRP Still Has Room for a 100X Explosion

Digital Ascension Group CEO Jake Claver continues to maintain his widely projected triple-digit price outlook for XRP.

On the latest Good Evening Crypto podcast, host Abs highlighted this prediction and noted that analysts are closely watching Japan. The country’s long-standing reverse carry trade is unwinding, pushing markets to levels not seen since the early 2000s.

Abs said the unwind was originally expected in 2025, but AI-based projections now suggest it may stretch to March 2026. Meanwhile, signs of change are already showing. 

Trillions in borrowed funds are being recalled, and investors are preparing for the ripple effects such shifts usually cause.

Against this backdrop, Jake Claver is doubling down on his conviction that XRP is set for an explosive revaluation. In his view, a three-digit price remains within reach.

“I’m 99.99999% Sure XRP Hits Three Digits”

Claver reiterated one of his strongest predictions to date, stating that he remains extremely confident XRP is on track for a dramatic price jump. “I wouldn’t say that I’m 99.99999% sure if I really wasn’t,” Claver remarked. “Now, it requires catalysts.”

Essentially, while XRP is still around $2, the CEO insisted that a 100X surge to triple digits is not only possible but increasingly probable as global catalysts converge. He pointed to several major developments:

Claver stressed that the liquidity rotation into XRP must be massive, particularly through ETFs, for the explosive move to manifest. He highlighted imminent XRP ETF launches from 21Shares and Truth Social’s fund.

Most notably, he speculated that BlackRock’s recently filed ETF, which does not specify its underlying asset, may be “predominantly XRP”. To him, this development could become the primary catalyst for the parabolic move.

ETF Momentum and Liquidity Rotation Build

Beyond upcoming ETFs, existing XRP ETFs have accumulated $970.75 million in inflows in just one month of trading. Leading the momentum have been Canary Capital, Grayscale, Bitwise, and Franklin.

Notably, Claver added that major firms, including $9.3 trillion Vanguard, are now offering XRP-related products to clients. Based on this, he stressed that he is “super bullish” on the remainder of the year despite only a few weeks remaining. 

Claver insisted that multiple catalysts must play out before year-end for his projection to materialize.

He also reaffirmed his earlier forecast that XRP would reach four digits, which relied on supply-and-demand mechanisms tied to a global liquidity reset. 

Many of the prerequisites he outlined over a year ago — ETFs, a stablecoin bill, increased regulatory clarity — have already materialized. As a result, he remains increasingly confident.

Global Macroeconomic Shock Could Be the Final Trigger

Notably, one of Claver’s strongest warnings centered on a possible geopolitical shock. He expects oil prices to skyrocket heading into late 2025 due to global tensions and potential choke points such as the Strait of Hormuz.

He cited analyst Jim Rickards, who has described how such a crisis could be orchestrated. According to Claver, this scenario could allow central banks to manage the reverse carry trade unwind and turn to XRP for liquidity.

“You never let a good crisis go to waste,” Claver concluded.

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