Crypto News

XRP News: Ripple Whales Buy 1B Coins, Here’s The Key Levels To Watch

In latest XRP news, Ripple whales have purchased 1 billion coins, while a top expert revealed key price levels for the coin and predicted it to flip Ethereum soon.
Published by
XRP News: Ripple Whales Buy 1B Coins, Here’s The Key Levels To Watch

Highlights

  • In latest XRP news, Ripple whales have bagged 1 billion coins recently.
  • XRP price surged over 1% today, reflecting growing investors' confidence.
  • A top expert revealed key support levels for XRP while predicting an upside breakout ahead.

In the latest XRP news, the whales have caught the eyes of investors with their recent massive transactions. According to recent reports, large investors have purchased about 1 billion coins recently, highlighting their strong confidence in the crypto. Amid this, a top expert has revealed key price levels to watch for Ripple’s native crypto ahead, which has also caught the investors’ eyes.

Advertisement

XRP News: Ripple Whales Making Big Move

The Ripple whales are once again on their buying spree, as evidenced by the recent reports. This XRP news has further cemented bets towards a potential rally in the crypto’s price in the coming days. So, here we take a close look at the latest developments in the market.

Whales Accumulate 1 Billion Coins

In a recent X post, top market analyst Ali Martinez has shed light on the accumulation trend of the large investors or whales. According to his social media post, Ripple whales have purchased 1 billion XRP coins in only about two days, showcasing their robust interest in the coin.

Source: Ali Martinez, X

Meanwhile, this development also had an impact on the crypto’s price, as evidenced by its recent performance. However, this massive accumulation trend also comes after Ripple Labs recently moved 300 million XRP to an unknown wallet, valued at around $682 million, which has fueled market speculations.

Advertisement

How’s XRP Price Performing?

XRP price today was up around 4% and exchanged hands at $2.39, while its trading volume rose 10% to $5.6 billion. Notably, the crypto hovered between $2.43 and $2.26 in the last 24 hours, reflecting the impact of the Ripple whales buying on the price. Further, the asset’s Futures Open Interest rose 8% to $4.6 billion, CoinGlass data showed.

Notably, here we explore the key levels to watch for the crypto, as highlighted by a top market expert.

Key Levels To Watch For Ripple’s Native Crypto

In a recent analysis shared on the X platform, prominent expert Dark Defender has shared key levels to watch soon for XRP. Besides, he also hinted towards a potential “upside break-out” for the crypto soon. According to the post, the analyst said that the key targets for XRP stand at $2.40, $2.86, $4.55, and $5.85.

Having said that, it is expected that the crypto might rally to around $6 in the coming days. For a potential move towards the south, the support levels for the crypto are at $2.23 and $2.13, the analyst noted.

Source: Dark Defender, X

In a separate X post, Dark Defender has compared XRP’s surge to Ethereum. He noted that after September 24, “XRP has appreciated three times more than Ether.” Comparing the price surges, he said that XRP will soon flip the later in the “3rd wave we are in.”

Source: Dark Defender, X
Advertisement
Share
Rupam Roy

Rupam is a seasoned professional with three years of experience in the financial market, where he has developed a reputation as a meticulous research analyst and insightful journalist. He thrives on exploring the dynamic nuances of the financial landscape. Currently serving as a sub-editor at Coingape, Rupam's expertise extends beyond conventional boundaries. His role involves breaking stories, analyzing AI-related developments, providing real-time updates on the crypto market, and presenting insightful economic news. Rupam's career is characterized by a deep passion for unraveling the complexities of finance and delivering impactful stories that resonate with a diverse audience.

Published by
Why trust CoinGape: CoinGape has covered the cryptocurrency industry since 2017, aiming to provide informative insights to our readers. Our journalists and analysts bring years of experience in market analysis and blockchain technology to ensure factual accuracy and balanced reporting. By following our Editorial Policy, our writers verify every source, fact-check each story, rely on reputable sources, and attribute quotes and media correctly. We also follow a rigorous Review Methodology when evaluating exchanges and tools. From emerging blockchain projects and coin launches to industry events and technical developments, we cover all facets of the digital asset space with unwavering commitment to timely, relevant information.
Investment disclaimer: The content reflects the author’s personal views and current market conditions. Please conduct your own research before investing in cryptocurrencies, as neither the author nor the publication is responsible for any financial losses.
Ad Disclosure: This site may feature sponsored content and affiliate links. All advertisements are clearly labeled, and ad partners have no influence over our editorial content.

Recent Posts

  • Crypto News

Universal Exchange Bitget Removes Barriers to Traditional Markets, Offers Forex and Gold Trading to Crypto Users

The number one universal exchange Bitget is removing barriers between crypto and traditional finance. It…

December 18, 2025
  • Crypto News

Breaking: U.S. CPI Inflation Comes In Below Expectations, Bitcoin Price Climbs

The U.S. CPI inflation came in well below expectations, providing a bullish outlook for Bitcoin…

December 18, 2025
  • Crypto News

Crypto Market Brace for Volatility Ahead of Today’s U.S. CPI Data Release – What to Expect

The crypto market could see some price fluctuations ahead of the release of the major…

December 18, 2025
  • Crypto News

Breaking: Canary Capital Files S-1 for its Staked INJ ETF

Canary Capital amended its staked INJ ETF application with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission…

December 18, 2025
  • Crypto News

US FED, SEC Just Boost Institutional Adoption, Tokenization, Liquidity, Will Crypto Market Recover?

The US Federal Reserve (Fed) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announce key crypto…

December 18, 2025
  • Crypto News

Another Crypto Sell-Off Ahead? MSCI Review Sparks $15B Market Crash Fears

A new report has warned that a potential decision by MSCI to exclude digital asset…

December 18, 2025