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Is XRP Overhyped? Critics Question Value & Future Amidst Legal Battle

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Qadir AK

Ripple’s XRP recently surged past the $3 mark, but the cryptocurrency still faces significant scrutiny. The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) ongoing legal battle with Ripple remains a major concern, especially as some market predictions suggest that former President Trump could dismiss what some view as unfair crypto trials.

While Trump is focusing on creating a U.S. Bitcoin strategic reserve, other important issues, like reforming crypto policies and ensuring fair legal trials, seem to be put on hold. As a result, many in the crypto community feel that XRP is being overhyped and may face long-term challenges.

Samson Mow Criticizes Ripple and XRP

Bitcoin maximalist Samson Mow has reignited criticism, questioning Ripple’s legitimacy and XRP’s place in a potential U.S. strategic crypto reserve.

XRP’s Legitimacy Questioned

Mow’s criticism centers on his belief that XRP lacks real value. He accuses Ripple’s founders of creating 100 billion tokens “out of thin air.” Mow argues that adding XRP to a U.S. crypto reserve would mean giving taxpayer money to corporations that manipulate token supply.

This criticism adds to the ongoing debate about whether altcoins like XRP should be part of a strategic reserve, with Mow strongly supporting Bitcoin for its decentralized nature and scarcity.

Mow and Musk

Mow’s views align with Elon Musk ’s focus on reducing wasteful government spending. Mow has criticized the idea of supporting tokens like XRP, which he believes undermine sound monetary policies. This perspective resonates with those who believe Bitcoin is the only asset that should be part of a U.S. crypto reserve.

Cardano’s Hoskinson and Trump’s XRP Meeting

Interestingly, Charles Hoskinson , founder of Cardano, recently collaborated with Ripple to launch the RLUSD stablecoin on Cardano. Though Hoskinson has not criticized Ripple directly, he shares Mow’s view that Bitcoin should be the sole asset in a U.S. crypto reserve.

Meanwhile, Trump’s closed-door meeting with Ripple suggests some positive developments for XRP, hinting at a potential breakout despite the ongoing legal challenges.

Despite XRP’s price surge, its future remains uncertain, with challenges ranging from SEC scrutiny to vocal critics like Mow. While the price increase shows market optimism, many investors worry that the ongoing legal battle will delay any potential breakthroughs for the token.

Ripple’s Shaky Ground

XRP’s primary role as a cross-border payment solution for financial institutions has contributed to its limited adoption. As legal issues persist, many new investors may prefer tokens that don’t face the same regulatory challenges, making XRP less appealing.

If these issues aren’t resolved soon, they could pose a serious threat to XRP’s future under Trump’s leadership.

FAQs

Did Ripple win the lawsuit?

Ripple (XRP) has secured regulatory clarity in the lawsuit driving a positive price action.  

Qadir AK

Qadir Ak is the founder of Coinpedia. He has over a decade of experience writing about technology and has been covering the blockchain and cryptocurrency space since 2010. He has also interviewed a few prominent experts within the cryptocurrency space.

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