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Breaking News: Bitcoin Price Slips Below $108,000: Peter Schiff Anticipates ‘Brutal’ Bear Market, CZ Responds

XRP Price Poised For Liftoff? Whale Holdings Soar Despite Ripple Hack

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1 year ago
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In a recent turn of events, Ripple faced a significant security breach resulting in the loss of $112 million worth of XRP. Despite this setback, the cryptocurrency community has witnessed remarkable resilience from XRP whales, who have chosen to maintain their coin holdings. This unwavering support, coupled with Ripple’s swift response, has instilled confidence in the platform’s long-term viability.

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XRP Whales Display Unwavering Faith

On-chain data provided by Santiment reveals that XRPLedger experienced a surge in whale transactions following the hack. A total of 217 transactions involving $1 million or more in XRP were recorded, marking the highest activity since July 2022. This surge underscores the whales’ belief in XRP’s potential, despite the temporary market turbulence caused by the hack.

Furthermore, wallets holding at least 10 million XRP now collectively possess 67.2% of the available supply, a concentration not seen since December 2022. This consolidation of XRP among influential investors indicates their long-term commitment to the asset.

Source: Santiment

Ripple Leadership Assures Community

In the wake of the hack, Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen provided reassurances that the Ripple blockchain itself remained secure. The unauthorized access was limited to his personal XRP accounts, separate from Ripple’s operations. Larsen’s prompt action in notifying exchanges to freeze the affected addresses demonstrates Ripple’s dedication to protecting its users’ assets.

Moreover, Ripple is actively collaborating with law enforcement agencies, and a substantial portion of the stolen funds has already been frozen. The team is diligently pursuing the remaining funds to ensure a comprehensive resolution of the situation.

XRPUSD currently trading at $0.49335 on the daily chart: TradingView.com

Binance’s Mysterious XRP Transfer

Amidst the Ripple hack incident, an unusual withdrawal of 20.62 million XRP tokens from Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has raised eyebrows. While initial speculation pointed towards an external entity, further investigation revealed that the tokens were sent to an address associated with Binance’s hot wallet for storing XRP.

🚨 20,620,032 #XRP (10,572,279 USD) transferred from #Binance to unknown wallethttps://t.co/PoVVjUt5KO

— Whale Alert (@whale_alert) January 31, 2024

This development suggests that the $10 million transfer may be an internal operation within the exchange rather than a whale’s activity in the broader cryptocurrency market. Binance has yet to provide an official explanation for this movement, adding an element of intrigue to the situation.

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A Tale Of Resilience

The Ripple hack incident has undoubtedly shaken the cryptocurrency community, but the unwavering support from XRP whales and Ripple’s proactive response have demonstrated the platform’s resilience. As the investigation into the hack continues and Binance sheds light on its mysterious XRP transfer, the Ripple ecosystem stands poised to emerge stronger from these challenges.

As the crypto community grapples with the intriguing dynamics surrounding the recent substantial XRP withdrawal from Binance, the broader question emerges: Is the current dip in XRP’s price merely a temporary setback or a prelude to a significant upward trajectory? Despite the recent setback and a price decline to $0.49, down 3.7% in the last 24 hours, the resilience of whale holdings amid the aftermath of the Ripple hack introduces a compelling narrative.

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Christian Encila
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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.

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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).

Think Christian's all work and no play? Not a chance! When he's not at his computer, you'll find him indulging his passion for motorbikes. A true gearhead, Christian loves tinkering with his bike and savoring the joy of the open road on his 320-cc Yamaha R3. Once a speed demon who hit 120mph (a feat he vowed never to repeat), he now prefers leisurely rides along the coast, enjoying the wind in his thinning hair.

Speaking of chill, Christian's got a crew of furry friends waiting for him at home. Two cats and a dog. He swears cats are way smarter than dogs (sorry, Grizzly), but he adores them all anyway. Apparently, watching his pets just chillin’ helps him analyze and write meticulously formatted articles even better.

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.

So, the next time you tread into the world of cryptocurrency, remember the man behind the words – the crypto crusader, the grease monkey, and the feline philosopher, all rolled into one.

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