Crypto Expert Predicts $1,000 XRP: Can Ripple Mirror Bitcoin’s Ascent?
XRP is currently retesting key support levels following a brief rally, reigniting discussions about its long-term price potential. A prominent crypto commentator, BarriC, has made a bold prediction that XRP could eventually reach $1,000 per token. According to BarriC, this monumental rise would only occur after XRP surpasses the psychological barrier of $100, which he believes will become the new ’cheap entry point’ for investors. This prediction is based on the assumption that market sentiment and adoption will shift dramatically in favor of XRP, similar to how Bitcoin’s early milestones paved the way for its historic bull runs. As of April 2025, the crypto community is closely watching XRP’s price action to see if it can break through these critical levels and validate such ambitious forecasts.
Crypto Expert Predicts $1,000 XRP: Can Ripple Repeat Bitcoin’s Rise?
XRP is retesting key support levels after a brief rally, sparking renewed speculation about its price potential. Crypto commentator BarriC argues the asset could eventually command $1,000 per token—but only after crossing the psychological $100 threshold.
"People will happily pay $100 per XRP," BarriC tweeted. "Once that becomes the new cheap entry point, we’ll see XRP skyrocket to $1,000." The prediction hinges on shifting market psychology rather than fundamental metrics.
Such extreme price targets contrast with XRP’s current valuation. The token remains 80% below its 2018 all-time high, though some analysts note improving regulatory clarity could fuel future gains.
XRP Ledger JavaScript Library Compromised in Supply Chain Attack
Ripple’s npm JavaScript library xrpl.js was breached in a software supply chain attack, exposing users’ private keys. The vulnerability, flagged by Aikido Security and confirmed by Ripple CTO David Schwartz, affected versions 4.2.1 through 4.2.4 and 2.14.2 of the Node Package Manager library.
Major XRP services including Xaman Wallet and XRPScan remained unaffected. Patched versions 4.2.5 and 2.14.3 have since been released. Bitcoin developer Peter Todd noted this incident validates his decade-old warnings about Ripple’s inadequate security measures.
CME to Launch XRP Futures Amid Growing Institutional Interest
CME Group will introduce cash-settled XRP futures contracts on May 19, expanding its cryptocurrency derivatives suite. The products await regulatory approval and will offer two contract sizes—2,500 XRP and 50,000 XRP—priced against the CME CF XRP-Dollar Reference Rate.
"Market demand for risk management tools across diverse tokens is accelerating," said Giovanni Vicioso, CME’s global head of crypto products. The move reflects surging institutional and retail adoption of XRP’s underlying XRPL ledger, which has seen sustained network growth.
XRP Futures Launch on CME Sparks Optimism for $3 Breakout
CME Group’s announcement of XRP futures contracts, launching May 19, has ignited bullish sentiment among traders. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse hailed the move as a pivotal moment for institutional adoption, tweeting: "While overdue in a bunch of ways, this is an incredibly important and exciting step."
The derivatives offering brings regulatory credibility to XRP, historically one of crypto’s most scrutinized assets. Market participants now eye the $3 price level as a potential target, with CME’s involvement seen as a catalyst for broader liquidity and price discovery.
