Can XRP really replace Bitcoin and Ethereum? One analyst says the war has begun

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Ahmed Balaha

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Ahmed Balaha

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Ahmed Balaha is a journalist and copywriter based in Georgia with a growing focus on blockchain technology, DeFi, AI, privacy, digital assets and fintech innovation.

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February 10, 2026

The price of XRP has dropped 12% in the last 7 days, this week it holds $1.40 and has not left that level.

CryptoInsightUK, a well-known crypto analyst, is reporting that XRP is showing strength against Bitcoin and ETH, leading to a higher XRP price forecast amid weak sentiment.

The analyst highlighted large liquidity pools above the XRP price of ~$2.29, ~$3.60 and ~$4.20, $4.40, which he believes will lead to a strong rally if the price starts to rise.

What is interesting is that XRP's “dominant” indicators are finding support and are showing bullish patterns, which the analyst interprets as a sign of strengthening market conditions.

In addition to this, he also mentioned that XRP can flip Ethereum as it only needs a 189% move. He called it possible, but a very difficult task.

With all that said, traders may be asking one question: Is it time for XRP price to overtake ETH?

XRP Price Prediction: Is XRP Preparing for a 189% Rally?

XRP price grinds lower in a nice descending channel.

It is now loading into a key demand zone around $1.30–$1.50, an area where it has fallen several times before.

Here the selling pressure is reduced significantly.

If XRP can recover $1.50, it opens the door for a move to $2.50, where a large liquidity pocket is located, and then $3.50–$3.60, a level past resistances and liquid pools highlighted by analysts.

As long as it's at $1, this looks less like a crash and more like a set price before the next move.

This declining trend has driven many intelligent whalers to look for something flashier and more attractive.

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