Stellar Makes Surprise 70% Rally – Start Of Something Big For XLM?

Christian Encila

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Stellar (XLM) has registered a surprise surge, catapulting itself into the forefront of the crypto market frenzy. Beginning July 18, this surge has taken the digital asset on a solid price rally, propelling its value to new heights.

Currently, XLM is trading at $0.1617, representing a 22.1% increase over the past 24 hours. Even more remarkable is its exceptional performance over the previous week, which has soared by 68.8%, and dominating the top 100 roster of cryptocurrencies.

Source: Coingecko

Now, the question on everyone’s mind is: What is driving this surge?

XLM Makes Waves: Catalysts For Price Surge

XLM’s remarkable ascent is primarily attributed to a significant development in the crypto space – Ripple Labs’s legal victory against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) – and the solid performance of XRP, which has likewise registered an impressive 72.3% climb at the time of writing.

A judge ruled that Ripple did not violate securities regulations when it sold its XRP token on public exchanges. This verdict sent XRP prices soaring and created a ripple effect (no pun intended), propelling other altcoins, including XLM and even Bitcoin (BTC), to surge in value.

XLM market cap currently at $4.5 billion on the daily chart: TradingView.com

Meanwhile, crypto exchange Coinbase has fully embraced the Stellar network, enabling seamless deposits and withdrawals of USD Coin (USDC). This integration bolstered Stellar’s status and expanded its reach, attracting more interest and investment to the platform.

XLM seven-day price action. Source: CoinMarketCap

Despite the initial upswing following US Judge Analisa Torres’ favorable verdict for the Ripple coin, XLM was unable to retest its previous week’s highs at $0.20. But it looks like the bulls are still in charge, as XLM trade volumes are relatively high. CoinGecko reports that within the past 24 hours, almost $700 million worth of XLM has traded hands on key exchanges.

What Lies Ahead For Stellar XLM?

As the crypto market continues to evolve, all eyes are on XLM to see if it can sustain its current momentum. With the legal challenges surrounding Ripple and its XRP token seeing full closure, investors may view Stellar as a more stable alternative for their digital assets portfolio.

Traders should closely monitor the price movement and whether XLM can break past the significant resistance level at $0.20.

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— Stellar (@StellarOrg) July 18, 2023

In related news, Stellar has just announced a partnership with Fonbnk to convert 8 billion active prepaid SIM cards into virtual debit cards. This development is anticipated to have a positive impact on XRP’s price over the coming weeks.

(This site’s content should not be construed as investment advice. Investing involves risk. When you invest, your capital is subject to risk).

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Christian Encila

They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that's not just a metaphor, it's a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn.

Christian's journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved the way for a successful stint as an editor at a data engineering firm, where his first-month essay win funded a months-long supply of doggie and kitty treats – a testament to his dedication to his furry companions (more on that later).

Christian then roamed the world of journalism, working at newspapers in Canada and even South Korea. He finally settled down at a local news giant in his hometown in the Philippines for a decade, becoming a total news junkie. But then, something new caught his eye: cryptocurrency. It was like a treasure hunt mixed with storytelling - right up his alley!

So, he landed a killer gig at NewsBTC, where he's one of the go-to guys for all things crypto. He breaks down this confusing stuff into bite-sized pieces, making it easy for anyone to understand (he salutes his management team for teaching him this skill).

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Here's the thing about this guy: He works a lot, but he keeps himself fueled by enough coffee to make it through the day - and some seriously delicious (Filipino) food. He says a delectable meal is the secret ingredient to a killer article. And after a long day of crypto crusading, he unwinds with some rum (mixed with milk) while watching slapstick movies.

Looking ahead, Christian sees a bright future with NewsBTC. He says he sees himself privileged to be part of an awesome organization, sharing his expertise and passion with a community he values, and fellow editors - and bosses - he deeply respects.

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