XRP Ledger Outperforms In July With Strong Network Growth, What’s Next?

As a seasoned researcher with a keen eye for blockchain and cryptocurrency trends, I must admit that I find myself intrigued by the recent surge of XRP and the XRP Ledger. The network’s performance in July was nothing short of impressive, outperforming Bitcoin no less.


In recent times, the value of Ripple‘s native digital currency, XRP, has significantly increased, peaking at around $0.65 this week. This surge has also boosted the performance of the XRP Ledger, making it one of the top performers in the last month of July.

Can XRP Ledger Deliver the Same Performance In August?

According to blockchain analysis company Santiment, the XRP network stood out as one of the top performers in July due to heightened activity. Notably, the value of XRP increased by 35%, surpassing Bitcoin‘s 15% growth during the same period.

In simple terms, XRP is doing exceptionally well due to increased network expansion and significant whale involvement. Its influence on social media platforms has peaked, but the asset itself has seen a slight dip in value lately.

XRP Ledger Outperforms In July With Strong Network Growth, What’s Next?

As someone who has closely followed and invested in the crypto market for several years now, I can confidently say that the month of July was a rollercoaster ride for many investors. The market downturn at the end of the month caught many by surprise, turning FOMO-driven buyers into panic sellers overnight. This experience reminded me once again that investing in volatile markets requires a steady hand and a level head.

Consequently, the value of XRP plummeted by approximately 12% from its weekly peak of $0.65, now being traded at around $0.5725. With the escalating speculation about a potential Ripple-SEC settlement, over half a billion XRP, equivalent to roughly $294 million, have been made available for trading. This could potentially lead to increased selling activity for XRP in the near future.

The XRP Blockchain remains a popular choice, offering efficiency and safety for significant financial ventures. Yesterday, it was announced that the blockchain would introduce tokenized U.S. Treasury bills (T-bills) in collaboration with OpenEden, a tokenization platform. This move aims to invigorate the DeFi sector by incorporating real-world assets (RWAs) into the XRPL network.

XRP Action Ahead

At present, the short-term ceiling for XRP is around $0.60. Notably, prominent trader Peter Brandt has pointed out that the XRP/BTC chart appears to be shaping like a head-and-shoulders pattern and is currently trading at the neckline support of 0.0000082. If XRP fails to maintain this level, there’s a possibility it could plummet down to 0.0000020.

As a seasoned trader with over a decade of experience under my belt, I’ve witnessed many chart patterns come and go. However, the multi-year complex Head and Shoulders (H&S) pattern I’m currently observing is particularly intriguing. If this chart were to penetrate the lower support line, it could potentially signal a significant downturn in the market. Based on my past experiences, such events have often led to accounts being liquidated or abandoned, as the volatility and uncertainty can be too much for some investors to bear. It’s always a sobering reminder of the unpredictable nature of the markets and the need to remain vigilant and adaptable in one’s trading strategy.

— Peter Brandt (@PeterLBrandt) August 1, 2024

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2024-08-02 12:30