XRP Shows Signs of Repeating 2017 Strong Price Setup
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 07 2026- Technical Breakthrough: Analyst Steph Is Crypto notes that XRP's current price movement resembles a strong pattern from 2017, indicating a significant technical breakout that could trigger a new upward trend.
- Historical Comparison: He emphasizes that the structure of XRP from 2025 to 2026 mirrors the prolonged consolidation seen in 2017, suggesting a potential price reversal that warrants close attention from market participants.
- Falling Wedge Pattern: The current market structure exhibits characteristics of a falling wedge pattern, which historically signals trend reversals, leading the analyst to believe that XRP may experience substantial upward movement.
- Market Dynamics: While acknowledging that market conditions differ from those in 2017, the analyst asserts that the similarity in structure is hard to ignore and could significantly impact XRP's future price trajectory.
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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.
