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Ripple’s native token, XRP, is back in the spotlight—not just for its steady price performance, but for the type of crowd backing it. While Bitcoin (BTC) continues to draw the interest of institutional giants, XRP’s recent surge in activity is being fueled by retail investors.
According to a recent Glassnode analysis shared by AMBCrypto, XRP’s active addresses have skyrocketed by 490% since its cycle low in 2022. In contrast, Bitcoin’s active addresses have grown just 10% during the same period. This dramatic divergence points to a fundamental shift in market sentiment—and strategy.
The surge in XRP wallet activity highlights growing interest from individual traders rather than large institutions. Retail speculation is clearly on the rise, a trend that often signals short- to mid-term volatility but also potential for aggressive upside.
Technically, XRP is consolidating in a descending triangle pattern, trading just above the $2.00 mark. Despite broader market pullbacks, the token’s price has held firm—an encouraging sign for the Ripple community. This resilience suggests that retail traders are maintaining confidence, even as the crypto market faces uncertainty.
In contrast, Bitcoin’s slower growth in active addresses reflects a more measured, institutional approach. This helps explain the recent divergence in volatility between the two assets—XRP’s price moves have been more erratic but also more aggressive, while BTC remains relatively stable.
Still, XRP’s momentum may come with caveats. Retail-driven rallies can be fickle, subject to sudden reversals if sentiment shifts or if mass profit-taking occurs. The next few weeks will be critical in determining whether this wave of enthusiasm has staying power.
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What’s clear is this: XRP is no longer just following Bitcoin’s lead. As Bitcoin continues to evolve into a Wall Street darling, XRP appears to be blazing its own trail, powered by a passionate retail base ready to take risks.
Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The author’s views are personal and may not reflect the views of Chain Affairs. Before making any investment decisions, you should always conduct your own research. Chain Affairs is not responsible for any financial losses.
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