Crypto's Big Future: Ripple CEO Shares Optimistic Outlook

CEO of Ripple shares his thoughts with CNBC:

• Believes the crypto market will reach new heights in 2026.
• Did not specify which cryptocurrencies will lead or provide specific price targets.

Bitcoin Price Prediction

Last December at Binance Blockchain Week:

• Forecasted Bitcoin to hit $180,000 by the end of 2026.
• If accurate, Bitcoin would be 43% above its current all-time high of $126,080.
• 100% above its current trading price of $89,446.

CLARITY Act and Its Impact

• Expected to pass in the first half of 2026.
• Known as the U.S. crypto market structure bill.
• Coinbase pulled its support, seeking a more balanced outcome.
• President Trump expressed his hope to sign the bill soon.

XRP and Ripple's Commitment

• Garlinghouse remained tight-lipped about XRP's future.
• Expressed commitment to the XRP ecosystem.
• Ripple is a very invested party in its success.
• XRP reached a new all-time high of $3.65 in July 2023.
• Currently trading around $1.92, a 47% drop from its peak.

Predictors' Outlook on XRP

• Myriad’s prediction market gives only a 42% chance of XRP pumping to $2.69.
• Expects a drop to $1.42 before any potential surge.