Crypto commentator Paul DeFi, in an analysis shared by BullRunners (@BullrunnersHQ), has identified the current market conditions as a critical juncture for digital assets, with a particular focus on XRP. He observed that traditional financial markets and the NASDAQ have recently reached new all-time highs, indicating a general atmosphere of strength across various sectors.
DeFi suggested that the cryptocurrency market often follows suit with these traditional market movements, a trend that could soon benefit XRP as momentum builds across different asset classes. He characterized the market as "rallying off its lows in a very bullish pattern," and pointed to XRP's current position above its range support around $2.6 as evidence of a stable underlying foundation.
XRP recently experienced a rapid surge to this significant level. DeFi emphasized that while many cryptocurrencies are still trading below their previous record highs, the chart structure forming for XRP suggests a resurgence of strength that could precede a substantial upward movement.
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Ripple’s Upcoming Event Could Be Pivotal
DeFi highlighted the forthcoming Ripple Swell Conference, scheduled for November 4 and 5 in New York, as a potentially crucial event for XRP. This conference is set to convene representatives from prominent global financial institutions, including JPMorgan Chase, Nasdaq, Citi, MasterCard, and BNY Mellon, alongside key Ripple executives such as Brad Garlinghouse, Chris Larsen, and Monica Long.
He noted that the conference's agenda aligns with Ripple's increasing emphasis on asset tokenization and the development of blockchain-based infrastructure. Ripple's strategic initiatives are focused on demonstrating how institutions can utilize the XRP Ledger for secure and efficient tokenization of traditional assets.
The conference is expected to be well-attended by major players from Wall Street. DeFi commented that Ripple's efforts to "onboard institutions into the new world order of asset tokenization" underscore the company's readiness to spearhead the adoption of blockchain technology for real-world applications.
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Analyzing XRP’s Market Structure
Paul DeFi described XRP's current technical indicators as positive but advised traders to exercise caution and be selective. He identified the $2.72 level as a significant area of resistance and recommended waiting for a potential pullback near the $2.5 mark before increasing positions. He also pointed out that investors who entered the market around the $2.35 range were in a more advantageous position, stressing the importance of effective risk management at this stage.
The overall trajectory of XRP is also influenced by the broader cryptocurrency market, particularly Bitcoin. Bitcoin recently achieved a new local high exceeding $116,000. Maintaining critical support levels between $107,000 and $109,000 would be instrumental in sustaining bullish sentiment across the altcoin market.
Institutional Momentum and Future Outlook
DeFi connected XRP's potential for growth to the increasing participation of institutional investors and advancements in regulatory clarity. With the approval of multiple spot Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) for trading on the NASDAQ, including those for assets like Solana, Litecoin, and HBAR, he suggested that XRP could be the next to receive such approval. He argued that this development would serve to validate the long-term utility of XRP and attract substantial capital inflows into the ecosystem.

