XRP Outperforms Bitcoin and Ethereum as U.S. Spot ETFs Surpass $1B in Assets
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 07 2026- ETF Asset Milestone: U.S. spot XRP ETFs have surpassed $1 billion in cumulative inflows since their mid-November launch, indicating strong institutional interest that has significantly boosted XRP's market performance.
- Liquidity Surge: XRPL decentralized exchange liquidity has reached multi-year highs, suggesting that market makers are positioning for sustained price movements, thereby enhancing market depth and trading activity.
- Exchange Reserves Decline: XRP reserves on centralized exchanges have dropped to multi-year lows, reflecting investors' shift to cold storage, which may indicate increased confidence in long-term holding.
- Futures Market Activity: XRP futures open interest has climbed to its highest level since November, with derivatives trading volumes rising sharply, signaling intensifying bullish sentiment towards XRP in the market.
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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.
