Researcher Predicts XRP Double-Digit Price If Bitcoin Hits $140K

As Bitcoin continues its upward trajectory, analysts and XRP advocates have grown optimistic about XRP's potential to enter uncharted territory. In a tweet , self-acclaimed crypto researcher “Ripple Van Winkle” predicted that the token could surge into double-digit territory if BTC reaches the $140,000 price level. XRP Could Blow Past $10–$14 In his post, Van Winkle dismissed the notion that XRP would stop at $7 if Bitcoin reached $140,000. Instead, he argued that XRP may blow through $10, maybe even reach $14. This echoes a similar sentiment recently shared by veteran trader ProfitMana, who also listed XRP among his high-conviction picks for the current bull cycle. Mana projected a 5X–7X return and a possible $21 price for XRP. These views suggest that the asset could outperform expectations once capital begins rotating from Bitcoin into altcoins. Notably, Bitcoin briefly traded at $120,000 today but has slightly dipped to $118,900 at press time. Its market dominance has dropped by 4.62% over the past week, allowing altcoins to outshine it. On the other hand, XRP’s dominance has increased by 26% over the past week, which is evident in its ongoing performance. At a price of $14, XRP’s market cap would rise to nearly $825 billion, potentially challenging Ethereum’s dominance. XRP/BTC Pair Holds the Clue Meanwhile, central to Van Winkle’s XRP price forecast is the XRP/BTC trading pair. He called it “the ultimate alpha signal” for anticipating XRP’s breakout potential. Although he did not provide details, other analysts have commented previously. Earlier this month, analyst CrediBULL pointed out that XRP/BTC was testing a major resistance at 0.00002162 BTC for the fifth time in one month, after four prior rejections. He noted that this level aligns with the 100% Fibonacci barrier that has capped recent rallies. A daily close above it could trigger a move toward 0.00002646 BTC, last seen in April. However, another rejection may send the pair back to support at 0.00001938 BTC, recently tested twice. Remarkably, XRP bulls trumped and broke above this stubborn resistance, opening the door to higher price levels. As of today, XRP/BTC has hit 0.00003051 BTC. From an all-time perspective, the XRP/BTC pair shows Bitcoin still leads. However, as the bull market sentiment moves away from BTC, a rotation of capital from Bitcoin into undervalued altcoins like XRP could favor it even more. This rotation has historically occurred after Bitcoin’s runs reach their peak when investors reallocate profits into altcoins for greater upside. As Bitcoin hovers around $120,000, many analysts believe its peak is in. “Be Early or Be Exit Liquidity” As a result, Van Winkle warned the crypto community to position early in XRP at current levels before the crowd enters. In his view, those still on the sidelines risk becoming “exit liquidity” for smarter money already ahead of the curve.