Ripple XRP Price Volatility: 30% Surge Followed by 13% Drop in Early 2026
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 11 2026- Significant Price Volatility: Ripple's native token surged approximately 30% within a week from $1.90 to a multi-month peak of $2.41, reflecting strong market response to ETF inflows, but subsequently fell 13% to $2.10, indicating fragile market sentiment.
- Technical Warning Signals: Analyst Ali Martinez noted that XRP may be forming a gravestone doji candlestick pattern, typically regarded as a bearish reversal signal, suggesting that the bullish momentum was rejected, which could lead to further price declines, especially if followed by a short-term uptick.
- Declining Whale Activity: Following the token's price surge, whale-sized XRP transfers spiked to 433 transactions but have since plummeted to just 33, indicating a significant decline that may signal increased market volatility and instability, raising concerns among investors.
- Unstable Market Sentiment: Although XRP's price initially rose due to increased whale activity, analysts warn that the current drop in transaction activity may suggest that this price increase is unsustainable, prompting investors to approach future market fluctuations with caution.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
