Ripple CEO Predicts Continued Crypto Bull Run with Bitcoin and XRP Potentially Hitting New Highs by 2026
At Binance Blockchain Week 2025, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse expressed optimism that the cryptocurrency bull run is not yet over, suggesting that XRP price predictions could reach new all-time highs. He also forecasted that Bitcoin might climb to approximately $180,000 by the end of 2026. This claim has drawn significant attention on social media platforms.
The article highlights several factors contributing to this optimistic outlook, including a regulatory shift in the United States and the adoption of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which currently represent about 1–2% of assets but are expected to drive further growth. XRP is positioned as a beneficiary of these developments, supported by regulatory measures such as the GENIUS Stablecoin Act and Ripple's recent stablecoin approvals in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, which indicate broader mainstream acceptance of stablecoins.
Technically, XRP is described as being in a four-month descending channel entering 2026. Key price levels include a bottom near $1.90 and a breakout threshold at $2.70. Should a breakout occur, potential price targets are noted at $3.70, with an extension possibly reaching up to $5.
