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Discover why XRP is the only top 10 crypto showing an increasing trading volume
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Discover why XRP is the only top 10 crypto showing an increasing trading volume

Amid a period of uncertainty in the crypto market, XRP stands out as an anomaly. Ripple's asset is experiencing a surge in volume while the other top 10 cryptocurrencies are declining. This unique trend could indicate a significant shift in market sentiment.

Written by Simon Dumoulin

Translated on December 6, 2025 at 12:22 by Simon Dumoulin

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A Faster Recovery Opportunity Than the Broader Market

The surge in XRP volume comes at a time when most major altcoins are struggling to maintain their activity levels. This concentration of flows into Ripple’s asset suggests a strategic repositioning by investors. Order books show a progressive accumulation with bids strengthening at key support levels.

The growing interest in XRP is not limited to retail traders. Volumes observed on institutional platforms such as Coinbase Prime and Bitstamp indicate increased participation from professional players. This dynamic differs markedly from the classic speculative phase where volumes explode across all assets simultaneously.

On-chain indicators confirm this trend with an increase in active addresses and a decrease in net outflows to exchanges. These metrics suggest that buyers are adopting a more structured accumulation approach rather than short-term speculation.

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Regulatory Context and Market Sentiment

XRP’s isolated performance in the top 10 creates a favorable technical setup for a rebound stronger than its peers. Assets that maintain their volume during corrections have historically tended to outperform during recovery phases, offering a tactical advantage to well-positioned trades. This decoupling from the broader market reinforces the bullish bias.

XRP’s volume-to-market-cap ratio sits above its 30-day moving average, a signal that often precedes significant price movements. Key resistance levels to watch are near recent highs, while implied volatility, still moderate despite the increased activity, suggests a possible expansion phase. Previous cycles show that XRP regularly experiences periods of volatility compression followed by rapid explosions, often exploited by options traders.

The regulatory context also works in XRP’s favor: progress in the SEC case reduces the perception of regulatory risk, attracting new investors. Market sentiment, supported by social metrics and open interest on derivatives, appears significantly more positive than for other top 10 assets. This sentiment divergence is reflected in the incoming capital flows observed in recent weeks.

TradingView chart of XRP price showing bearish trend in descending channel, with 50, 100, and 200-day moving averages, volume bars at bottom and RSI displayed below price

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Simon Dumoulin

Simon Dumoulin

Passionate about cryptocurrencies since 2019, I cover the latest news through clear and accessible articles. My goal is to make crypto understandable for everyone, with reliable and well-researched content.

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