Core Insights - The rise of Bitcoin has led to an influx of new cryptocurrencies, many of which lack tangible public use and are often pump-and-dump schemes for creators and insiders [1] - XRP has emerged as a notable non-Bitcoin cryptocurrency with real-world applications, currently priced at $2.20, reflecting a 465% increase over the past three years [2] Group 1: XRP's Functionality and Market Potential - XRP aims to facilitate faster and cheaper cross-border transactions by eliminating intermediaries, which can reduce transaction costs that may reach up to 7% [4] - Despite its potential, XRP's mainstream adoption remains limited, though optimism persists due to the anticipated growth in the cross-border payments market [5] Group 2: Investment Considerations - Analysts from The Motley Fool Stock Advisor have identified ten stocks they believe are better investment opportunities than XRP, suggesting caution for potential investors [6][7] - Historical performance of stocks recommended by The Motley Fool indicates significant returns, with examples like Netflix and Nvidia showcasing the potential for high returns [7][8]

It is a relatively rare phenomenon: While the stock market continues to experience record gains (the S&P 500 is up over 16% this year), Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies continue to struggle, making it the first time the crypto and stock markets have split since 2014, Bloomberg reported. Most Read from Fast Company That split, with Bitcoin down while stock markets soar, is somewhat unusual. On midday Friday, at the time of this writing, the digital cryptocurrency (BTC) was trading down over 4%, hoverin ...

The S&P 500 has climbed more than 16% in 2025, while Bitcoin is down 3% — the first time since 2014 that stocks have rallied while the token is down, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. The digital asset has rarely deviated so cleanly from other risk assets even during past crypto winters. The dislocation defies expectations that cryptocurrencies would thrive under President Donald Trump’s return to the White House amid favorable regulation and a wave of institutional adoption. Most Read from Bloomb ...

Key Points Dogecoin trades for just $0.15 -- roughly 80% off its all-time high. Dogecoin lacks the same level of utility as other mainstream cryptocurrencies. Dogecoin's price tends to move on narratives and less on concrete fundamentals. 10 stocks we like better than Dogecoin › While the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) and Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) have each posted double-digit gains so far this year, cryptocurrency seems to have lost its momentum. As of this writing (Dec. 2), prices acros ...

## **Ether**[Ether](https://ethereum.org/en/learn/)is a cryptocurrency run on the Ethereum blockchain platform and was launched in July 2015. It has the second largest market share, despite being the newest of the three discussed in this article.Ether's closing price inched higher this week, briefly crossing the $3,000 threshold before dropping back below it. ETH is now down \~11% year-to-date and is \~38% below its record close from August 2025.![Ether (ETH)](https://www.etftrends.com/wp-content/uploads/20 ...

Investment bank HSBC said S&P Global Ratings’ decision to cut Tether’s reserve assessment to weak is a reminder that stablecoins carry an embedded “de-pegging” risk that doesn’t apply in the same way to other forms of tokenized money. The core issue is straightforward: if holders rush to redeem, a stablecoin issuer needs reserves that are unquestionably liquid and low-risk, or the token’s price can wobble away from its intended peg, analysts Daragh Maher and Nishu Singla said in the Monday report. Stablec ...

Key Points XRP is designed to facilitate international payments and has a maximum supply of 100 billion tokens. As a meme coin, Dogecoin is made for amusement, and the supply increases every year. 10 stocks we like better than XRP › XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) and Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) are two cryptocurrencies going in very different directions. Even after the recent downturn, XRP is up 12% over the last year. Dogecoin is down 65% as of Dec. 1. Of course, fortunes can change quickly in the crypto market. A ...

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By Omkar Godbole (All times ET unless indicated otherwise) The crypto market mood remains somber, with bearish analyst projections circulating amid price weakness. Bitcoin’s (BTC) bounce from Monday's dip below $84,000 stalled near $87,000, while major altcoins including XRP, ETH, SOL and DOGE continue to press near their Monday lows. The CoinDesk 20 and CoinDesk 80 Indices have added less than 1% in the past 24 hours. “This is a dangerous lull following downward momentum, with the risk of reverting to ...

Key Points High Treasury yields and other macro headwinds are weighing down cryptocurrencies. Those headwinds could dissipate next year. Investors should stick with the blue chip tokens instead of the smaller meme coins. 10 stocks we like better than Bitcoin › This has been a messy year for the cryptocurrency market. The Federal Reserve's five rate cuts in 2024 and 2025 drove more investors toward cryptocurrencies and riskier investments again, but stubbornly high U.S. Treasury yields and fears o ...