XRP News Today: Bitcoin’s Dominance Threatened as XRP and Little Pepe Compete for the Top Spot in Crypto

Bitcoin has strengthened its lead in the 2025 bull run, commanding 57% of the market and reaching a record price of $126,080 in October, as reported by

. Despite this, market experts are watching for a possible change in trend, with Ripple's and the meme-inspired Little (LILPEPE) positioned as strong contenders to challenge Bitcoin’s dominance in the upcoming cycle.

XRP’s Institutional Expansion and $15 Price Outlook

According to FinanceFeeds, Ripple’s XRP has climbed back to $2.40 from a recent dip to $1.90, driven by increased institutional investments, ETF applications, and new strategic alliances. The $1 billion acquisition of GTreasury has made XRP a significant force in blockchain treasury management, integrating it into business liquidity operations. Analysts believe XRP could rally to $15 as it becomes more embedded in global financial systems and achieves ISO 20022 standards. If XRP breaks above $2.80, it could spark a move to $3.40–$3.60, with further growth anticipated from future ETF approvals and greater institutional uptake.

Still, XRP faces some obstacles. Co-founder Chris Larsen’s ongoing sales of XRP, which have resulted in $764 million in realized gains since 2018, have raised concerns about continued selling pressure,

. At the same time, Evernorth Holdings’ $1 billion XRP treasury plan and a possible Nasdaq debut highlight Ripple’s drive to connect traditional finance with blockchain, .

Little Pepe: The

Layer 2 Challenger

Little Pepe’s standout feature is its Layer 2 technology, which delivers rapid, secure transactions and supports DAO-based governance. Community incentives like a 15 ETH Mega Giveaway and a $777,000 token prize have drawn tens of thousands of holders, FinanceFeeds reports. Analysts suggest that Little Pepe’s potential for 100x growth—fueled by its viral appeal, minimal fees, and ecosystem utility—could surpass XRP’s projected 5–6x gains.

Wider Market Impact

The CME Group’s recent introduction of

and XRP futures options reflects increasing institutional trust in alternative coins, as reported by Coincodex. This move is likely to enhance liquidity for related projects such as Jupiter (JUP), Astar (ASTR), and (ADA). In addition, DeepSnitch AI—a project aiming to compete with Chainlink’s $12 billion valuation—has raised $450,000 in its presale, utilizing AI tools for retail investors, .

Digitap ($TAP), another emerging player, is developing an “omnibank” application with Visa support, enabling crypto-to-fiat exchanges and worldwide payments,

. Experts point to its operational app and buyback-burn strategy as drivers for a potential 150x price increase.

Summary

While Bitcoin continues to lead, XRP’s institutional progress and Little Pepe’s meme-powered innovation are transforming the market landscape, FinanceFeeds concludes. With ETF approvals on the horizon and Layer 2 solutions gaining momentum, the next stage of the bull market could see altcoins outperforming the long-standing leader.