The incident highlights the critical need for robust security measures in 
blockchain platforms to maintain user trust and market stability.
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A seasoned investor’s bold claim about XRP has reignited a common question in 
crypto markets: could a token built for fast settlement ever outgrow the 
original store-of-value? Related Reading: Bitcoin Market Bleeds $1 Trillion, 
Saylor Signals Strongest Crypto Conviction Yet According to posts on X by 
longtime Bitcoin backer Pumpius, if central banks adopt a single on-chain 
bridge, XRP could eclipse Bitcoin “by magnitude.” On-Chain Tension And Policy 
Moves Reports note recent market moves that have worried policy makers and 
traders. The trading desk at the Federal Reserve requested indicative 
dollar/yen quotes after a sharp move in the yen, a step that Treasury 
officials had asked for. That rare check underlines how currency volatility 
can push officials to consider new tools, and it has renewed talk about faster 
settlement rails. Every Central Bank will use XRP as the bridge asset. It’s 
now becoming a reality. When this happens, XRP will surpass Bitcoin by 
magnitude. Bookmark this. https://t.co/xyWxhVDCLx pic.twitter.com/kFTsXSw6Hn — 
Pumpius (@pumpius) February 19, 2026 Ripple’s Timeline And Institutional Talk 
Based on reports from company briefings and executive posts, Ripple’s 
leadership sees 2026 as the year when larger, regulated players might put real 
money onto the XRP Ledger. Ripple President Monica Long has sketched out 
scenarios where banks and asset managers run production systems tied to on- 
chain liquidity pools. Those views have been picked up across crypto news 
outlets and have added fuel to bullish narratives. How Would A Bridge Asset 
Work? Imagine dollar and euro liquidity on a ledger, available for near- 
instant swaps. In practice, permissioned pools and regulated stablecoins could 
provide the rails while an on-chain order book or matching engine handles the 
trades. Settlement times would be measured in seconds. Audit trails would be 
automatic. That said, large institutions put a premium on rules and oversight; 
any real rollout would be gradual and cautious. XRP Vs. BTC: The Size Of The 
Gap Numbers matter. Bitcoin’s market cap sits comfortably in the trillions, 
while XRP’s market value is under $100 billion dollars, depending on which 
tracker you consult. That gap is not small. For XRP to “flip” Bitcoin at 
present values would require trillions more in capital moving into the token — 
a shift that would likely need broad institutional flows and major regulatory 
clarity. Related Reading: Saylor Makes Bold $1M Bitcoin Call — “It’s Zero Or A 
Million” Geopolitics Adds Noise Geopolitical strain and trade frictions, 
amplified by speeches or decisions from leaders, can make markets jittery. US 
President Donald Trump has been named in debates over policy shifts and 
geopolitical risk, which in turn affect capital flows and safe-haven bids. 
When politics moves markets, technical fixes such as faster settlement can 
look more attractive on paper; adoption in practice is another matter. 
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XRP Tipped As Central Bank Bridge Asset — Bigger Than Bitcoin?

Dollar-pegged tokens edged higher over the past week, pulling in roughly $703 
million in fresh capital. Even with that bump, the sector remains down 0.61% 
month over month, a $1.9 billion dip that keeps the broader tally in check. 
Among the top ten stablecoin competitors over the last seven days, Blackrock’s 
BUIDL led the charge, […]

Stablecoin Sector Adds $703M This Week While Blackrock’s BUIDL Surges 36%

As AI spreads through trading, its governance need to keep pace because 
systemic risks reveal themselves most sharply during stress.

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The middle of January marked the continuation of an already struggling price 
action for Bitcoin, as it took on another sharp downtrend. Early into 
February, the flagship cryptocurrency seemed to be on a free-fall, even 
breaching important psychological price levels as it crashed. One of these 
levels is the cost basis of one of Bitcoin&#8217;s most influential investor cohorts 
&#8211; the Bitcoin ETF investors. Data from a recent on-chain evaluation reveals 
that Bitcoin has since traded underneath this price, and has continued to meet 
investors with growing heat. Related Reading: Bithumb $43 Billion Bitcoin 
Blunder Triggers Political Backlash In South Korea MVRV Falls Below 1 — What 
This Means Market analyst PelinayPA has recently taken to QuickTake to reveal 
that the Bitcoin price is trading below the average realized price of Bitcoin 
ETFs, and the possible implications of this market setup. Notably, the ETF 
MVRV (Market Value to Realized Value) index has also slipped under the 1 mark, 
reinforcing the agitated situation of most ETF investors. Historically, a 
sustained move below an MVRV of 1 signals increasing stress conditions within 
the BTC market, as it reflects an overwhelming dominance of unrealized losses 
amid an investor group. According to PelinayPA, this condition may cause sell- 
pressure to heighten, seeing as market participants would increasingly act on 
their emotions when dealing in the market. As such, short-term recovery 
attempts are likely to be met with significant resistance (as is currently the 
case) until the situation sees a turnaround. This is because investors who 
entered at higher price levels would likely exit their positions at break- 
even, or even under minimal losses, to avoid deep losses. Because the realized 
price of Bitcoin ETFs is approximately $80,000, this price region could act as 
a strong resistance level in the event that the Bitcoin price attempts a 
rebound. PelinayPA clarifies that if MVRV stabilizes within the 0.8–0.9 range, 
it could be a sign that the current bear pressure is nearing an exhaustion 
point; a scenario that could precede a short-term rebound towards the realized 
price. On the other hand, if the MVRV continues to decline (as the analyst 
expects), it could be problematic for the Bitcoin price. This is because ETFs 
would be under significant pressure, which could trigger sell-offs among this 
investor cohort. This would, in turn, increase downward pressure and further 
send prices downwards, especially in the long-term. Related Reading: Bitcoin 
Enters Historic Buying Zone, Indicator Suggests Bitcoin Market Overview As of 
this writing, Bitcoin trades for $68,000, reflecting a 1.58% growth in 24 
hours, according to CoinMarketCap data. Per SoSoValue data, Bitcoin ETFs have 
recorded a total net outflow of about $1.08 billion in February. This is after 
an even more staggering net withdrawal figure of $1.61 billion in January. 
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