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On-chain researcher SMQKE has <a href="https://x.com/SMQKEDQG/status/1826256936469205062" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">issued</a> a provocative prediction: the potential dominance of XRP and its associated stablecoin, RLUSD, following a collapse of what he terms the “Tether bubble.” This assertion is rooted in concerns about the stability of Bitcoin and Ethereum, which he believes rely on Tether’s liquidity.
Recent <a href="https://x.com/lookonchain/status/1826079364297142457" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">data from Lookonchain</a> supports SMQKE’s concerns. Tether has been aggressively expanding its supply, minting over 3 billion dollars a couple of hours ago. This rapid growth has fueled speculation about the true backing of these newly minted USDT coins.
<h2 id="b-correlation-between-tether-liquidity-and-bitcoin-s-price-b">Correlation Between Tether Liquidity and Bitcoin’s Price</h2>
SMQKE argues that Tether’s actions could artificially inflate the prices of Bitcoin and Ethereum, creating a speculative bubble. This assertion is corroborated by <a href="https://fondation.banque-france.fr/sites/default/files/medias/documents/wp757.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">research</a> from institutions such as the Bank of France, which has identified a strong correlation between Tether’s liquidity and Bitcoin’s price.
However, SMQKE believes that this bubble is unsustainable. He warns that a market correction could occur if investors become aware of potential shortcomings in Tether’s backing. Such a correction could have severe consequences for Bitcoin and Ethereum, potentially shaking investor confidence in the broader cryptocurrency market.
<h2 id="b-xrp-and-rlusd-a-stable-alternative-b">XRP and RLUSD: A Stable Alternative</h2>
In contrast to the perceived instability of Bitcoin and Ethereum, SMQKE highlights XRP as a more stable alternative. XRP has demonstrated resilience, particularly in its use case for <a href="https://timestabloid.com/using-xrp-ripple-aims-to-conquer-cross-border-payment-sector/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">cross-border transactions</a> and its commitment to regulatory compliance.
Furthermore, <a href="https://timestabloid.com/ripples-next-steps-as-rlusd-stablecoin-launches-private-beta-testing/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Ripple’s upcoming stablecoin</a>, RLUSD, is poised to offer a more regulated and transparent alternative to Tether. Unlike Tether, which has faced criticism for its lack of transparency and regulatory challenges, RLUSD is expected to comply with stringent regulations, ensuring that it is fully backed and transparent.
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SMQKE suggests that the introduction of RLUSD, combined with Tether’s regulatory uncertainties, could lead to a significant shift in market dynamics.
Investors may prefer the stability and security offered by a regulated stablecoin, potentially reducing Tether’s market dominance. This could benefit <a href="https://timestabloid.com/xrp-price-abruptly-spiked-to-22-6-million-xrp-army-reacts/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">XRP</a>, as it is not as heavily intertwined with Tether’s potential vulnerabilities.
While the future of the cryptocurrency market remains uncertain, SMQKE’s analysis suggests that XRP and RLUSD could be well-positioned to benefit from a potential collapse of the Tether bubble.
The stability, regulatory compliance, and innovative use cases of these assets could make them attractive alternatives to Bitcoin and Ethereum, particularly in a market characterized by uncertainty and risk.
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