Cryptos Plummet: Are XRP, Cardano, and Dogecoin Worth Buying Now?

Cryptocurrency investors have faced a grim year in 2026, with XRP, Cardano, and Dogecoin experiencing significant price drops. All three assets are down by at least 32% this year.

XRP has been one of the most promising cryptocurrencies, but its price has plummeted to $1.27, a far cry from earlier predictions of reaching $100 or even as high as $10 in the next few years. Ripple's expansion and acquisition of new companies are still positives for XRP's future.

Cardano, once touted as 'the next Ethereum,' has collapsed in value this year, ranking only 35th in Total Value Locked (TVL) among DeFi platforms. The crypto is attempting to regain its former momentum by implementing a new strategic framework, but it remains too expensive at $0.22.

Dogecoin, the most popular meme coin, has lost significant value this year and its future seems uncertain. Its price drop from $10 to under a dime ($0.08) has made some investors cautious about its long-term prospects.