A major shift may be brewing in the altcoin markets, as renowned crypto analyst VirtualBacon signals his intent to buy XRP — potentially for the first time ever. In a recent update, he revealed that XRP is on his radar, contingent on one key condition: a breakdown in the XRP/BTC ratio that would place the asset firmly in what he calls the “value zone.”
I’ll buy $XRP when this happens 👀
— VirtualBacon (@VirtualBacon0x) May 24, 2025
I’ve never held $XRP. But that might be about to change.
One key signal is setting up and if it triggers in the next 3–6 months, I’ll finally add $XRP to my portfolio.
Here’s what I’m watching 🧵👇
XRP/BTC: The Chart That Matters
Rather than focusing on XRP’s USD value, VirtualBacon is tracking the XRP/BTC chart — a long-term indicator of XRP’s relative strength to Bitcoin. Since peaking in 2017, the ratio has been in steady decline. But now, it’s approaching a crucial support at 0.000022 BTC.
If that support breaks, he anticipates a 20–23% drop, targeting a value entry zone between 0.000017 and 0.000019 BTC, which correlates roughly to an XRP/USD price of $1.80. At that point, he plans to buy, calling it the “cleanest setup in two years.”
Trade Plan: Precision Over Hype
VirtualBacon isn’t rushing in. He’s patiently waiting for the right moment over the next 3 to 6 months, outlining a strategy that includes:
- A confirmed drop in the XRP/BTC pair
- Entry around $1.80
- A breakout in the BTC ratio afterward
If these conditions align, he believes the trade could be highly rewarding — not just for XRP, but for altcoin markets more broadly.
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Comeback for Forgotten Altcoins?
More than just a one-off trade, VirtualBacon sees XRP’s resurgence as a potential catalyst for other sidelined altcoins like Cardano (ADA), Stellar (XLM), HBAR, Algorand, and XDC. These coins, often overlooked in the recent cycles, could benefit from a renewed interest in early-generation blockchain projects.
With XRP’s legal troubles nearly resolved, ETF discussions heating up, and broader market sentiment improving, XRP could be poised for more than just a short-term bounce — it may be staging a full-scale return to relevance.
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