Ripple’s XRP token had struggled to gain traction over the last few years. The lackluster performance was due to the SEC’s lawsuit against the fintech company. The financial watchdog accused the firm of selling unregistered securities. The asset began to generate steam once again in 2024 after investors expected the litigation to be dropped. The lawsuit was finally resolved earlier this year.

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Forbes Lists Three Things That Can Push XRP’s Price In 2025

1. Mainstream Financial Integration

Morganl Stanley XRP Ripple
Source: CryptoSlate

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According to a report by Forbes, XRP could become an essential liquidity tool if Ripple’s cross-border solutions gain traction. The asset is already quite popular for cross-border remittances. If the platform experiences a surge in adoption, it could lead to a massive price spike for XRP.

2. Ripple Winning The Lawsuit

US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
Source: Decrypt

The lawsuit with the SEC was a significant barrier to XRP’s price. The financial watchdog dropped the litigation in March of this year.

The SEC now also has a pro-crypto head. There is a high probability that the agency will take a lenient approach to the crypto space. XRP could benefit from relaxed regulations. We may also see the SEC approve an XRP ETF sometime this year. An ETF could lead to a surge in institutional money for the project. The move could cause a massive price rally for XRP.

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3. Successful CBDC Collaboration

Central Bank Digital Currency Europe vs US
Source: Digital Watch Observatory

Ripple has engaged in several pilot programs with banks to develop CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency) systems. Successful CBDC integration initiatives could lead to institutions opening their doors to XRP. Banks could use XRP for liquidity purposes. The banks could also use the XRP ledger to bridge different currencies. Such conditions could set the stage for an explosive rally for the asset,

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