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Despite Bitcoin breaking records, seasoned crypto commentator Edoardo Farina argues that XRP offers far greater upside potential.
He downplayed Bitcoin’s recent surge to a new all-time high of $112,000, saying XRP remains a better-performing crypto. In a recent video, Farina claimed that Bitcoin’s rally offers little more than psychological satisfaction for most retail investors.
He asserted that the average investor doesn’t even own a whole Bitcoin. “Most people can’t afford $112K, and even a 5x from here isn’t life-changing unless you’re already wealthy,” he said.
XRP Delivers 600% Gains Quietly
While headlines focus on Bitcoin, Farina highlighted that XRP has quietly outperformed the market, delivering over 600% gains in just a few months. He pointed out that XRP traded sideways at $0.50 while Bitcoin hovered around $70K back in November 2024. Farina emphasized that those who chose BTC at that point are only up around 30%.
On the other hand, considering XRP’s current price of $2.40, the coin is up approximately 380%. At its recent peak of $3.34 before a retracement, XRP had gained 594%.
As a result, Farina suggests XRP has been a far more lucrative play for investors seeking real returns in a short time frame, despite regulatory scrutiny and mainstream skepticism.
XRP to $100 if Bitcoin Hits $500K?
Furthermore, Farina argued that the days of 50x or 100x returns via Bitcoin are long gone. He outlined a scenario in which Bitcoin reaches $500K, representing a 5x increase or roughly 355% growth from current levels.
Meanwhile, Farina pointed out that an investor could see a 10x return simply by holding Stellar (XLM) from $0.30 to $3. He also proposed a scenario where XRP rallies 4,066% from $2.40 to $100, should Bitcoin rise to $500K.
According to Farina, the risk-reward ratio doesn’t justify going all-in on BTC. In perspective, those holding 10,000 XRP worth just $24,00 would have a portfolio of $1 million. However, whether XRP can reach $100 remains a subject of serious debate in the crypto community.
The Final Word: Look Beyond the Hype
Meanwhile, Farina also questioned the sustainability of Bitcoin’s current rally. He attributes much of the price action to low liquidity and alleged artificial inflation via stablecoins like USDT.
Farina went further, calling Bitcoin “outdated technology” with “no real-world utility.” He criticized its slow transaction speeds, high fees, and inability to function as a daily currency.
He also claimed Bitcoin is not a store of value but a bait for retail investors, especially when institutions are preparing to cash out.
Instead, Farina suggests focusing on utility-driven projects like XRP, XLM, HBAR, and Algorand. He noted that financial institutions and central banks increasingly favor these technologies.
Ultimately, Farina stressed that just because Bitcoin hits a new high doesn’t mean it’s the best place to park your money. According to him, there’s nothing to celebrate unless one bought BTC at $1,000 or $5,000.
“Today, you’re better off investing in undervalued, high-utility assets like XRP. The returns are bigger, and the future is brighter,” he claimed.