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A wave of excitement hit the XRP space this week after commentator Chad Steingraber suggested the token could climb 100‑fold from its current level. According to his tweet, five XRP cost one back in December 2020. Now you’d pay about 12 for the same slice of the market. That leap from roughly 0.20 to 2.35 shows how quickly prices can move.
Early XRP Lows Spark Hope
Based on reports, XRP dipped to about 0.20 when the US Securities and Exchange Commission sued Ripple in December 2020. Traders who snapped up coins at that time saw a nearly more than 1,100% gain as the price climbed to $2.39 today. That jump turned small stakes into sizable wins for early buyers. It also reminded people how fast sentiment shifts can reshape opportunities.
Just a few years ago you could buy 5 XRP for $1 – now that’s cost you ~$12 dollars. A 10x+ premium.
In the not too distant future, we will 100x from current prices.
— Chad Steingraber (@ChadSteingraber) May 12, 2025
100-Fold Target Means Huge Market Cap
According to Steingraber’s projection, a 100× rise from, say, 2.35 would take XRP to nearly 235 per token. At that level, XRP’s market cap would top 15 trillion. To put that in context, gold’s entire value sits around 11 trillion. Hitting 15 trillion would push XRP past most global banks and payment networks by a big margin. It’s a number that demands both massive use and wide adoption.
Other Timelines Vary Widely
Based on reports, faith in a near‑term surge isn’t universal. Some analysts in the XRP community point to 2017’s parabolic run for inspiration, suggesting gains could come in the current cycle. But more cautious platforms like Telegaon place the 235 target out near 2050. Other price predictions split the difference, seeing it arriving within a decade or more. Those wide gaps show how hard it is to pin down crypto’s future.
Short Term Dip Predicted
According to CoinCodex, XRP might drop by 22% to reach 1.85 by June 17, 2025. Their technical tools peg current sentiment as neutral while the Fear & Greed Index sits at 74, or Greed. In the last 30 days, XRP logged 13 green days and moved nearly 6% in price swings. That mix of signals hints at a market cooling off but still staying lively.
Experts Weigh Odds Versus Headlines
Traders and investors are watching closely. A 100× move sounds electric. Yet most experts treat it as a stretch rather than a baseline outlook. They point to regulation, real‑world use and broad finance trends as key factors. In crypto, rapid climbs can reverse just as fast. For now, Steingraber’s bold call joins a long list of “what‑if” scenarios that keep the community talking.
Featured image from Gemini Imagen, chart from TradingView
They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that’s not just a metaphor, it’s a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn.
Christian’s journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved the way for a successful stint as an editor at a data engineering firm, where his first-month essay win funded a months-long supply of doggie and kitty treats – a testament to his dedication to his furry companions (more on that later).
Christian then roamed the world of journalism, working at newspapers in Canada and even South Korea. He finally settled down at a local news giant in his hometown in the Philippines for a decade, becoming a total news junkie. But then, something new caught his eye: cryptocurrency. It was like a treasure hunt mixed with storytelling – right up his alley!
So, he landed a killer gig at NewsBTC, where he’s one of the go-to guys for all things crypto. He breaks down this confusing stuff into bite-sized pieces, making it easy for anyone to understand (he salutes his management team for teaching him this skill).
Think Christian’s all work and no play? Not a chance! When he’s not at his computer, you’ll find him indulging his passion for motorbikes. A true gearhead, Christian loves tinkering with his bike and savoring the joy of the open road on his 320-cc Yamaha R3. Once a speed demon who hit 120mph (a feat he vowed never to repeat), he now prefers leisurely rides along the coast, enjoying the wind in his thinning hair.
Speaking of chill, Christian’s got a crew of furry friends waiting for him at home. Two cats and a dog. He swears cats are way smarter than dogs (sorry, Grizzly), but he adores them all anyway. Apparently, watching his pets just chillin’ helps him analyze and write meticulously formatted articles even better.
Here’s the thing about this guy: He works a lot, but he keeps himself fueled by enough coffee to make it through the day – and some seriously delicious (Filipino) food. He says a delectable meal is the secret ingredient to a killer article. And after a long day of crypto crusading, he unwinds with some rum (mixed with milk) while watching slapstick movies.
Looking ahead, Christian sees a bright future with NewsBTC. He says he sees himself privileged to be part of an awesome organization, sharing his expertise and passion with a community he values, and fellow editors – and bosses – he deeply respects.
So, the next time you tread into the world of cryptocurrency, remember the man behind the words – the crypto crusader, the grease monkey, and the feline philosopher, all rolled into one.
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