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Story: XRP Whales Grab $1.9B to Defend $2 Mark

By Evie Vavasseur

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XRP, the digital currency tied to Ripple’s blockchain ecosystem, is facing a turbulent week as it struggles to regain upward momentum amid a persistent downtrend.

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In the past 48 hours, large XRP holders have accumulated nearly 900 million tokens, representing over $1.9 billion in market value.

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Addresses holding between 100 million and 1 billion XRP have significantly increased their holdings, according to on-chain data.

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These whale addresses are typically institutional investors or early adopters with deep pockets, and their buying activity usually indicates either strategic positioning or…

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Despite the aggressive whale activity, not all indicators point to a bullish turnaround just yet.

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When LTHs sell during a downtrend, it often indicates fading confidence in near-term recovery. This type of selling can further pressure prices downward.

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While there’s concern about a potential shift in sentiment among long-term investors, the balance between these two forces—whale accumulation and LTH selling—will play a crucial…

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As of the latest trading data, XRP is hovering around $2.12, down roughly 3% in the last 24 hours. This price level is now being tested as a potential support zone.

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The altcoin’s downward trajectory, which began in mid-May, has yet to break, and its failure to breach higher resistance levels has left investors cautious.

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Conversely, if the support at $2.12 fails and selling pressure intensifies, XRP could slide toward $2.02. Should that level also give way, the token could dip as low as $1.

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The coming days will be critical for XRP. The battle between bullish whale support and bearish long-term holder exits will likely decide whether the altcoin recovers or sinks…

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As speculation builds around XRP’s next move, one thing is clear: the crypto's largest investors are not ready to give up the $2 line without a fight.

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