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XRP, SOL, and ETH Can Never Flip Bitcoin: Pierre Rochard Explains

Explore why Bitcoin remains dominant in crypto and why XRP, SOL, and ETH are often seen in ‘flippening’ discussions.
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XRP, SOL, and ETH Can Never Flip Bitcoin: Pierre Rochard Explains

Highlights

  • Bitcoin’s monetary design and fixed supply set it apart from altcoins.
  • Altcoins like XRP, SOL, and ETH rely on utility, making them dependent on network use.
  • Bitcoin’s large user base, strong recognition, and network effects reinforce its market dominance.
  • Despite innovation in altcoins, Bitcoin remains the backbone of the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

People like a “Flippening” story, where altcoins like Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), or XRP could overtake Bitcoin (BTC) as the dominant crypto market. But according to Pierre Rochard, crypto expert, CEO of The Bitcoin Bond Company, and host of the Bitcoin for Corporations Show, there is no chance at all that this could even happen. How BTC has been designed and its fundamentals, positions it as the leader in the cryptocurrency space, and other blockchains simply can’t match it.

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Reasons XRP, SOL, and ETH Can Never Overtake Bitcoin

1. Bitcoin’s Monetary Thesis Sets It Apart

Rochard asserts that unlike other blockchains which present themselves as utility platforms, Bitcoin was created as digital money. The value of XRP, ETH, and ETH depends largely on how many applications run on blockchains, something that BTC does not have to rely on.

BTC is recognized as a reliable store of value, with a fixed supply of 21 million coins. This is its primary advantage that cannot be replicated by any altcoin.

Source: Pierrer Rochard on X.com

2. Altcoins Depend on Utility

XRP, Solana, and Ethereum follow a “utility thesis”, where their tokens are designed in such a manner that their value grows as the use of their networks increase. However, should companies develop their own blockchains, they won’t have to use these networks anymore.

This may affect the demand for XRP, SOL, and ETH in the long-term, while BTC will thrive on its strong monetary foundation.  Recently,  Rochard dismissed XRP’s tokenization hype, calling it a weak investment thesis.

3. Network Effects Give Bitcoin the Edge

Rochard points out that BTC remains dominant with a market cap around $2.2 trillion, which is 58.1% of the total crypto market value. BTC has the largest user base, strongly recognized worldwide, easier trading, and a secure, decentralized network.

These advantages reinforce each other, making BTC the backbone of the entire crypto ecosystem, something that other crypto coins cannot replicate.

4. Predictable Supply and Policy

BTC sticks to its hard-coded 21 million coin limit, unlike Ethereum, Solana, or Ripple token, who may increase token supply or adjust rules of governance. The predictable supply of BTC makes it a trusted long-term asset.

5. BTC Wins the Long-Term Battle

Capital never stops flowing to BTC even during market hype circles. As Pierre points out, the ‘digital gold’ remains the backbone of crypto, with its fixed supply, network effects and monetary thesis. On the other hand, XRP, SOL, and ETH remain as complementary platforms.

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Market Performance: Bitcoin Vs XRP, SOL, and Ethereum

Bitcoin price outperformed with a 1.56% increase over the past 24 hours, hitting $112,527, as Fed cut hope rise.  Ethereum experienced a modest rise of 0.38% to reach $4,399. In contrast, Solana price and others declined slightly, dropping by 0.5% to $203.79 and XRP falling by 0.04% to $2.83, respectively.

BTC vs ETH price 24-hour chart (Source: CoinMarketCap)
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Final Thoughts

As Pierre Rochard explains, XRP, Solana (SOL), and Ethereum (ETH) may continuously innovate and attract communities, but they can never flip Bitcoin. His insights show that pure monetary design, limited supply, and network effects, makes it the undisputed king of crypto.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can XRP, SOL, or ETH ever overtake Bitcoin?

According to Pierre Rochard, their utility-based models and lack of Bitcoin’s network effects make this highly unlikely.

What gives Bitcoin an advantage over other cryptocurrencies?

Bitcoin’s fixed supply, monetary design, network effects, and global recognition set it apart.

Why do altcoins depend on network usage for value?

Tokens like XRP, SOL, and ETH gain value as their platforms are used, unlike Bitcoin, which relies on monetary fundamentals.
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Jane Lubale

Jane Lubale is a crypto journalist and content writer at CoinGape, with a strong focus on blockchain, cryptocurrency, FinTech, and Web3 narratives. Jane holds a Master’s in Business Administration, and a degree in Marketing, and blends this background with her passion for market research and digital marketing to deliver engaging price analysis, thought leadership, and educational content. Her work has also been published in leading crypto media such as Insidebitcoin, where she has contributed to the growing conversation around decentralized technologies. With 5+ years of experience in Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Jane's writing is driven by a mission to educate and empower readers with insights that cut through hype and deliver true value. She achieves this in the form of trading strategies, regulatory updates, or blockchain adoption trends. Away from the keyboard, Jane is a proud mother of three boys and is often found mentoring young people on career paths, personal development, and life choices, as well supporting needy teens complete school. She holds modest investments in cryptocurrency, reflecting her belief in the future of digital finance.

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