XRP Surges Past Bitcoin Amid Shift to Institutional Investment

XRP's price surge of 46% in one week has outpaced Bitcoin's 21% gain, sparking debate about whether the token is entering a new phase of its market cycle.

Ripple expert Mickle suggests that XRP is being driven by institutional investors seeking real-world utility rather than retail speculation. He points to Ripple's global licensing footprint and regulatory progress as key factors positioning XRP for success.

The typical XRP investor has historically skewed older, with prior experience across other asset classes, whereas newer crypto entrants tend to be younger and more volatile-focused. Mickle attributes this demographic difference to more deliberate investment decisions in XRP rather than short-term price speculation.