XRP continues to consolidate above the crucial $2 support level, even as Bitcoin (BTC) struggles to find direction.
Despite the broader market downturn, investor interest in XRP remains high, with institutional inflows and ETF applications fueling optimism.
At press time, XRP is trading at $2.47, marking a daily gain of over 7%. However, the cryptocurrency has shed 20% of its value over the past week amid the broader market sell-off.
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With volatility gripping the sector, many investors are now looking ahead to see where XRP will stand by the end of the first quarter of 2025.
ChatGPT sets XRP price for Q1 2025
To assess XRP’s future trajectory, Finbold analyzed market data and sought insights from OpenAI’s advanced ChatGPT-4o model, which predicts XRP could reach between $3.50 and $4 by the end of Q1 2025.
This represents a potential 42% to 62% increase from its current level of $2.47. The AI model identified several key factors that could drive or hinder this rally.
Key factors affecting XRP’s price trajectory
The AI model identifies growing interest from large investors as a key factor driving XRP’s bullish outlook.
Crypto market analyst Ali Martinez has highlighted that whales accumulated 520 million XRP during the recent dip, signaling confidence in a strong recovery.
Institutional demand for XRP also remains strong, with CoinShares reporting $11.2 million in inflows as of February 6, outpacing Solana’s (SOL) $3 million.
Year-to-date, XRP has attracted $116 million in institutional investment, further strengthening its position as a major player in the digital asset space.
ChatGPT also points to rising interest in spot XRP ETFs as another major catalyst.
Leading asset managers, including 21Shares, Bitwise, Canary Capital, and WisdomTree, have submitted applications with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) via the Cboe BZX Exchange
If approved, these funds could bring significant institutional capital into XRP. JPMorgan analysts estimate that XRP ETFs could attract between $3 billion and $6 billion in net assets within the first year, potentially propelling the token toward new highs.
Factors that could slow XRP’s momentum
Despite the optimism, the AI model also flagged potential risks that could impact XRP’s trajectory.
As reported by Finbold, Ripple plans to offload $800 million worth of XRP in February, which could introduce significant volatility by increasing market supply.
Additionally, broader market conditions, including Bitcoin’s performance and macroeconomic developments, will play a key role in shaping XRP’s movement in the coming months.
With market uncertainty lingering, investors will be closely watching whether XRP can sustain its upward momentum or face renewed selling pressure.
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