XRP Climbs Market Ranks After Regulatory Shift

(MENAFN- The Arabian Post) XRP has moved back into the top tier of digital assets by market value, overtaking Binance-linked BNB to reclaim fourth place among cryptocurrencies as trading momentum gathered pace and regulatory signals from Washington shifted. Data from major market trackers show the token's market capitalisation pushing past that of BNB, leaving only Bitcoin and Ethereum ahead when stablecoins are excluded.

The advance follows a sharp rally that lifted XRP prices through key technical levels, drawing renewed attention from institutional and retail traders. Market participants pointed to a combination of improving liquidity, broader risk-on sentiment across digital assets and regulatory developments in the United States as catalysts behind the move.

At the centre of the regulatory narrative is the departure this week of Caroline Crenshaw from the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Crenshaw has been one of the commission's most outspoken critics of the crypto industry, frequently arguing that many tokens should be treated as securities subject to strict oversight. Her exit has been interpreted by parts of the market as easing internal resistance to a more accommodative stance, even though formal policy shifts have yet to be announced.

XRP's climb places it ahead of Binance's BNB token by market value, a notable reversal after months of jostling between the two assets. Bitcoin remains the largest cryptocurrency with a market capitalisation near $1.8 trillion, while Ethereum holds second place at around $370 billion, according to aggregated exchange data. XRP's market value now sits firmly above BNB's, restoring a ranking it last held during earlier phases of the digital-asset cycle.

See also Sui faces fresh scrutiny over token release risks

The token, closely associated with payments company Ripple, has long occupied a unique position in the crypto market because of its focus on cross-border settlement and its high-profile legal dispute with US regulators. That case, which challenged whether XRP should be classified as a security, produced partial court rulings that clarified aspects of secondary market trading, helping stabilise sentiment around the asset.

Traders say the latest price surge reflects a broader reassessment of regulatory risk. While enforcement actions against crypto firms continue, there is a growing expectation that leadership changes at the SEC could eventually translate into clearer frameworks rather than case-by-case litigation. Analysts caution, however, that policy direction remains uncertain and will depend on commission votes, congressional oversight and court outcomes rather than individual departures alone.

Beyond regulatory factors, XRP has benefited from renewed interest in payment-focused blockchain infrastructure. Banks and financial institutions exploring tokenised settlement systems have kept an eye on networks designed for speed and low transaction costs, an area where XRP has traditionally positioned itself. Market participants also point to increased derivatives activity and higher spot trading volumes as signs that the rally is being supported by broad participation rather than thin liquidity.

BNB's relative decline has been linked to shifting sentiment around exchange-issued tokens, particularly as scrutiny of trading platforms remains intense across several jurisdictions. While BNB continues to play a central role within Binance's ecosystem, investors have become more selective, favouring assets perceived as having clearer legal footing or broader use cases beyond a single platform.

Arabian Post – Crypto News Network

href="" target="_self" rel="nofollow" class="sb5cc3c1c49c3abd95e7837b56c3c52bd">See also OKX and MANTRA clash over OM token migration and transparency

Notice an issue? Arabian Post strives to deliver the most accurate and reliable information to its readers. If you believe you have identified an error or inconsistency in this article, please don't hesitate to contact our editorial team at editor[at]thearabianpost[dot]com. We are committed to promptly addressing any concerns and ensuring the highest level of journalistic integrity.

MENAFN05012026000152002308ID1110556034