XRP enthusiasts were abuzz on Wednesday after a social media post claimed a bizarre price glitch on the Kraken exchange. User Jimmy Crypto reported witnessing XRP trade at a staggering $62,032 for a brief period, a far cry from its actual price hovering around $0.47. This incident reignited discussions about recurring XRP price glitches and whether they represent the token’s true potential.
The post, accompanied by a screenshot, showed buy and sell orders supposedly placed at the $62,032 mark. This fueled speculation among XRP proponents who believe the token’s price is being artificially suppressed. Comments like “They can’t hide it anymore” reflected this sentiment, suggesting the glitch revealed XRP’s underlying value.
However, a closer look raises questions about the glitch’s legitimacy. The screenshot, despite displaying multiple orders, didn’t translate into a corresponding change in XRP’s 24-hour price movement. Additionally, Kraken’s reported trading volume for XRP remained around $4.8 million, far below what one would expect from such a significant price surge.
Skepticism grew with comments like those from user Sabr, who suggested a browser malfunction might have distorted the order book data. This theory gains weight considering Bitcoin’s price movement at the time. Bitcoin traded around $62,000 on the day the glitch was reported, potentially leading to a visual glitch displaying XRP’s price in Bitcoin terms.
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This wouldn’t be the first time XRP has experienced price anomalies. The “XRP Army” frequently points to past incidents like a $9,864 glitch on TradingView and a $70 surge on the Atlantis Exchange. However, these anomalies often stem from low trading volume on smaller exchanges or even manufactured manipulation.
The takeaway? While the XRP community thrives on excitement, a critical eye is crucial. This recent incident, like many before it, appears more likely a glitch than a genuine price revelation.
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