XRP vs Chainlink: Is the Flippening Finally Happening?

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• Chainlink has gained momentum with $93B TVS and rising Google Trends popularity.
• XRP still dominates with a $172.5B market cap and strong institutional adoption.
• A LINK flippening may be years away despite community enthusiasm and partnerships.

The rivalry between XRP and Chainlink (LINK) is heating up again as crypto enthusiasts debate which token could dominate the market. Recent metrics suggest Chainlink is inching closer to overtaking XRP in adoption, but skeptics warn the “flippening” may be more hype than reality.

Chainlink Gains Momentum

A viral post by X user Chainlink Revolution set the discussion ablaze, claiming LINK has reached a 10% milestone in its journey to surpass XRP. With a price of $25.59, LINK’s total value secured (TVS) in DeFi recently hit $93 billion—far above XRP’s $85 million—highlighting the growing utility and adoption of the token.

Google Trends data also reflects the rising interest in LINK. At one point in July 2025, Chainlink scored 100 in search popularity versus XRP’s 11, signaling retail and institutional attention shifting toward LINK. Supporters argue these metrics indicate that Chainlink is becoming a serious contender in global finance.

XRP’s Institutional Edge

Despite LINK’s surge, XRP maintains a much larger market capitalization of $172.5 billion, compared to LINK’s $17.32 billion. Pro-XRP attorney Bill Morgan stresses that the real competition for Chainlink should be Cardano (ADA), which is closer in market cap at $31.11 billion.

Furthermore, XRP’s adoption is strengthened by ongoing ETF filings, treasury inclusion, and Ripple partnerships. These institutional developments could extend XRP’s dominance in terms of market valuation and liquidity, making a flippening far from imminent.

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The Role of SWIFT and DeFi Integration

Chainlink supporters argue LINK has achieved what XRP once promised: bridging traditional finance and blockchain. Partnerships with SWIFT, BNY, and UBS Asset Management demonstrate its cross-chain interoperability and institutional adoption. LINK’s ecosystem shows promise, yet XRP’s track record in long-term price growth—386% over the last year versus LINK’s 145%—reinforces its entrenched market position.

Conclusion: Flippening or Fantasy?

While Chainlink is showing impressive adoption and investor interest, the data suggests XRP remains far ahead in valuation and institutional support. The debate continues, fueled by community enthusiasm and strategic partnerships, but a true flippening may require years of sustained momentum.

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