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For years, we traded $XRP based on court dates. Today, in 2026, we trade it based on volume. I’ve spent the last few weeks tracking the RLUSD liquidity bridges on the XRP Ledger (XRPL), and the data is telling a story that the price hasn't fully reflected yet.
1. The Technical "Coil": Why $1.40 Matters
After the January surge to $2.40, we’ve seen a 40% "flush" out of late buyers. From my judgment, this isn't a crash; it’s a structural re-test. We are currently hugging the $1.43–$1.50 support zone, a level that has acted as a launchpad three times in the last six months.

💡 My Judgment: In my experience, when an asset consolidates this tightly after a major leg up, it’s "coiling." We are seeing exchange balances hit 7-year lows. If we hold $1.40 through this week’s macro volatility, the next leg up could be explosive.
2. The Real-Life Moment: The RLUSD "Bridge" is Live
The real-life reason to be bullish isn't a tweet; it's the Ripple USD (RLUSD) adoption. I’ve been watching the on-chain stats: RLUSD is now being used for 15% of all cross-border settlements in the SEA corridor.
This creates a Real-Life Moment of Utility: Every time a bank moves RLUSD, it uses XRP as the gas. This isn't "hype volume" , it’s "utility volume."

3. Emotion & Recognition: The "Forgotten" Giant
We’ve all felt the frustration of the "stagnant" XRP price while other coins pumped. That recognition of shared patience is what makes the #XRPArmy so strong. But remember: institutional "quiet accumulation" usually feels boring right before it becomes legendary. We are moving from the "Courtroom Era" to the "Boardroom Era."
4. Simple Explanation: How it Works
Think of the XRPL as a Global Digital Highway.
* The Cars: Different currencies (USD, EUR, RLUSD).
* The Toll/Bridge: $XRP.
As more "cars" (money) enter the highway, the "bridge" ($XRP) becomes more valuable because it’s the only way to get across quickly and cheaply. Simple as that.
5. 2026 Actionable Targets (Useful Utility)
💬 XRP Market Sentiment Update
🔥 Bullish: $XRP could run up to $3.80–$4.50 if we see a clean daily close above $1.65 and a surge of ETF inflows. Big momentum play for bulls here!
🤝 Neutral: Expect $1.40–$1.80 during sideways accumulation. Perfect zone for DCA (dollar-cost averaging) if you’re building a position gradually.
⚠️ Bearish: A drop to $0.95–$1.10 could happen during a market-wide sell-off. Watch the $1.00 psychological level for a potential bounce.

🚀 The 2026 Verdict: Don't Trade the Noise, Trade the Rails
The "Utility Gap" is closing. We are no longer waiting for a "moon shot" based on a headline; we are watching the plumbing of global finance being rebuilt. If you missed the accumulation under $1.00, this $1.40 consolidation might be the last "civilized" entry point we see this year.
Are you bidding the $1.40 level or waiting for the $2.00 breakout? Share your 2026 target below! 👇