XRP Hailed as ’Smartest $500 Investment’ in USA Today Op-Ed—Fueling Crypto Firestorm

XRP just got Wall Street’s backhanded compliment: a mainstream media endorsement. USA Today’s op-ed calling it the 'smartest buy for $500' sent shockwaves through crypto circles—and triggered the usual suspects.

The Bull Case: Cheap, Fast, and (Maybe) Legal

Proponents argue XRP’s sub-dollar price and Ripple’s regulatory grudging acceptance make it a 'safe' gamble. Critics yawn—'Remember when institutions were gonna adopt this in 2021?'

The Cynic’s Addendum

Nothing unites crypto bros faster than a legacy finance outlet pretending to understand blockchain. Bonus points when the 'expert' quoted last mooned Dogecoin.

Bitcoin Profit Supply Drops to 91%—Swissblock Flags Critical Support Range

Despite the mainstream media attention, XRP’s price action didn’t reflect bullish momentum. The token dropped to $2.75, according to CoinGecko, before posting a mild recovery—continuing its recent downward trajectory.

While the debate rages on, the article has undeniably brought XRP back into mainstream financial discourse, reigniting conversations around utility, regulation, and the future of digital payments.

Kosta Gushterov

Kosta has been working in the crypto industry for over 4 years. He strives to present different perspectives on a given topic and enjoys the sector for its transparency and dynamism. In his work, he focuses on balanced coverage of events and developments in the crypto space, providing information to his readers from a neutral perspective.

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