The digital asset market is entering a phase where magnitude, not speculation, defines opportunity. Bitcoin’s evolution from a niche asset into an institutional vehicle proved that capital can move into crypto at unprecedented speed once access is unlocked.
Yet, as the market matures, attention is increasingly shifting toward assets whose structure may allow them to respond even more dramatically to concentrated inflows. XRP is now being examined through that lens.
This perspective was recently highlighted by game designer and crypto analyst Chad Steingraber, who drew a direct comparison between Bitcoin’s historic ETF inflows and what similar demand could mean for XRP. His analysis focuses less on narrative and more on liquidity mechanics, market math, and the implications of capital concentration.
Bitcoin’s ETF Moment Changed Market Assumptions
Bitcoin’s spot ETFs redefined expectations around institutional participation. On a single trading day, inflows surpassed $11.5 billion, demonstrating that once regulatory and structural barriers are lowered, capital does not trickle in; it surges. That moment established a clear precedent: multi-billion-dollar inflows in one session are not theoretical.
What's coming for XRP is bigger than Bitcoin.
The Bitcoin ETF's saw on a single day $11.5Billion –> for a SINGLE trading session. What would happen IF XRP had a single trading day that matched what Bitcoin has proven CAN be done.
Assume the price is today $1.84
6,250,000,000… https://t.co/pPExJnqD9S pic.twitter.com/xDcY6EKLQZ
— Chad Steingraber (@ChadSteingraber) December 18, 2025
More importantly, it showed how quickly supply-demand dynamics can shift. Price discovery followed liquidity, not sentiment, and the market adjusted in real time.
Applying the Same Math to XRP
Steingraber’s argument begins with a simple exercise. With XRP trading near $1.84, roughly $6.25 billion represents a manageable slice of its circulating value. If a single trading day produced inflows comparable in scale to Bitcoin’s ETF surge, and even half of that volume translated into net inflows, approximately $3.125 billion worth of XRP could be absorbed in one session.
This assumption is intentionally conservative. Current cumulative inflows across XRP-related products remain far below that figure, highlighting the scale gap rather than exaggerating present demand.
Why XRP Reacts Differently to Inflows
XRP’s liquidity profile differs sharply from Bitcoin’s. Bitcoin’s supply is heavily concentrated among long-term holders who rarely transact, dampening immediate price reactions to inflows. XRP, by contrast, maintains higher transactional velocity, making its price more sensitive to sudden liquidity removal.
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When large amounts of XRP are taken off the open market quickly, the remaining supply must reprice. This dynamic can accelerate moves in a way that market-cap comparisons often fail to capture.
Liquidity Shock Versus Market Size
Market cap alone does not determine price behavior. Liquidity depth and order distribution matter more during periods of rapid capital movement. Steingraber’s thesis rests on the idea that XRP does not need Bitcoin-level inflows to experience Bitcoin-scale effects. Even a fraction of that demand could produce outsized consequences due to XRP’s structural characteristics.
This is why the comparison is not about replacing Bitcoin, but about understanding how different assets respond to the same market forces.
A Structural Case, Not a Hype Narrative
Steingraber’s analysis avoids emotional forecasts. It is grounded in what Bitcoin has already proven possible and applies that reality to XRP’s market design. If institutional access expands and capital concentrates, XRP’s response could be swift and nonlinear.
In that context, the claim that what is coming for XRP could be “bigger than Bitcoin” is not about dominance, but about impact.
Disclaimer: This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses.
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