XRP Inches Closer to Reclaiming Rank Amidst 5% Surge: Can It Overtake BNB?

Published 19/12/2023, 20:46
XRP Inches Closer to Reclaiming Rank Amidst 5% Surge: Can It Overtake BNB?
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  • Ripple (XRP) surged by 5% to $0.609, signaling a potential reclamation of its historically high ranking lost to Binance Coin (BNB).
  • Over the past seven days, Ripple narrowed its losses to 2%, showcasing a determined effort to solidify its position.
  • Ripple’s market capitalization is $32.5 billion, trailing BNB’s $38.3 billion, presenting a $6 billion gap.

In a notable breakout, XRP’s price surged by 5% yesterday, reaching $0.609 and positioning itself for a potential reclamation of its historically high ranking, which it lost earlier in the year to Binance Coin (BNB).

This daily growth has allowed XRP to narrow its losses over the past seven days to a mere 2%, signaling a determined effort to solidify its position in the crypto market.

XRP’s Market Dynamics and Rank Challenge

With the current price level, Ripple holds a market capitalization of $32.5 billion, trailing BNB’s $38.3 billion. The approximately $6 billion gap between the two suggests a compelling opportunity for XRP to regain its lost rank. Impressively, Ripple has outperformed BNB in year-to-date growth, boasting a 74% increase, while Binance Coin has experienced a 0.73% decline during the same period.

XRP’s surge comes at a crucial time as it seeks to capitalize on BNB’s vulnerabilities, particularly regulatory pressures. With uncertainties surrounding both XRP and BNB at the beginning of the year, XRP has notably shed its securities concerns following a recent court ruling by Judge Analisa Torres, providing a favorable backdrop for its ambitious climb.

The ongoing updates to the XRP Ledger and associated ecosystem protocols contribute to the positive sentiment surrounding Ripple. With a clearer regulatory path and continued improvements, Ripple aims to strengthen its position in the market, making the remaining days of the year crucial for its year-end aspirations.

As XRP navigates the complexities of the crypto landscape, all eyes are on its performance and the potential to surpass BNB in the rankings, marking a significant turnaround for the digital asset. However, Ripple has plunged alongside the whole cryptocurrency market.

This article was originally published on thenewscrypto.com

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