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In a recent tweet, crypto enthusiast XRP Avengers <a href="https://twitter.com/XRP_Avengers/status/1825059870598373453?s=19">suggested</a> that the price of XRP has already been set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and is in the thousands. His tweet further compares this alleged price-setting process to the “Gold Fixing” mechanism used by the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA). 
This article aims to analyze the claims made in this tweet, alongside the response provided by another user, Make Money, who <a href="https://twitter.com/MakeMon32909579/status/1825189178713276588?s=19">offers</a> a more cautious interpretation of the situation. 
<h2 id="b-speculative-nature-of-the-claim-b">Speculative Nature of the Claim</h2> 
The primary claim made by XRP Avengers is that the price of XRP has been pre-determined by an authoritative financial body such as the IMF or the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). 
This assertion is not supported by any concrete evidence. It largely relies on speculation. Within the cryptocurrency community, such speculative posts often gain traction, especially when they align with the hopes and expectations of certain groups of investors or enthusiasts. 
It is important to note that while the IMF and BIS have <a href="https://timestabloid.com/imf-2023-document-highlights-role-of-xrp-in-revolutionizing-cross-border-payments/">shown interest in digital currencies</a> and blockchain technology, there is no verifiable information suggesting that they have set a specific price for XRP or any other cryptocurrency. 
<h2 id="b-official-involvement-of-imf-and-bis-with-xrp-b">Official Involvement of IMF and BIS with XRP</h2> 
IMF and BIS have acknowledged the <a href="https://timestabloid.com/imf-report-highlights-bitcoin-btc-potential-impact-on-global-economy/">potential of digital currencies</a>, including XRP, in various discussions. These discussions typically focus on the role of digital currencies in enhancing cross-border transactions and the global financial system. 
The IMF, for instance, has explored the use of blockchain technology to improve the efficiency and transparency of international payments. However, this should not be misconstrued as an indication that the IMF is involved in setting the market price of XRP. 
Ripple, the company behind XRP, has engaged with <a href="https://timestabloid.com/ripple-xrp-to-be-adopted-by-japan-for-payments-why-this/">numerous financial institutions</a> and has been recognized for its innovative solutions in the realm of cross-border payments. References to XRP in IMF or BIS reports are often in the context of technological innovation, rather than any form of price setting or market manipulation. 
<h2 id="b-misleading-comparison-to-gold-fixing-b">Misleading Comparison to Gold Fixing</h2> 
XRP Avengers draws a parallel between the alleged price setting of XRP by the IMF and the “Gold Fixing” process overseen by the LBMA. However, this comparison is fundamentally flawed. Gold fixing is a process where the price of gold is determined based on market supply and demand at specific times each day. 
This process is transparent and involves multiple market participants. In contrast, the price of cryptocurrencies like XRP is driven by market dynamics, including trading volume, investor sentiment, and overall adoption rates. 
Unlike gold, which has a long history of being used as a store of value and a standard for exchange, cryptocurrencies are still relatively new and their prices are subject to significant volatility. The market for digital assets operates in a decentralized manner, and no single entity, including the IMF or BIS, has the authority or capability to unilaterally set prices. 
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<h2 id="b-current-market-realities-and-influences-on-xrp-price-b">Current Market Realities and Influences on XRP Price</h2> 
As of the latest data, the market price of XRP is far from reaching the “thousands of dollars” as speculated by XRP Avengers. The value of XRP is influenced by a range of factors, including market sentiment, regulatory developments, <a href="https://timestabloid.com/financial-expert-xrp-will-be-widely-adopted-and-accepted/">adoption by financial institutions</a>, and broader trends within the cryptocurrency market. 
Additionally, legal challenges, such as the <a href="https://timestabloid.com/ripple-vs-sec-case-as-of-august-8-2024-xrp-skyrockets-after-new-ruling/">lawsuit</a> between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), play a significant role in shaping market perceptions and influencing the price of XRP 
While there is undoubtedly interest from global financial institutions in the potential applications of blockchain technology and digital currencies, the notion that the IMF or BIS has set a pre-determined price for XRP is not grounded in any verifiable facts. Such claims should be approached with caution, particularly in a market that is as dynamic and rapidly evolving as the cryptocurrency space. 
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