XRP's Lead Over Bitcoin and Ethereum Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Geopolitical Unrest: How XRP Potentially Gains Lead Over Bitcoin and Ethereum

3 March 2026 at 08: 25

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The recent US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran have once again brought geopolitical risks to the forefront of crypto markets. However, in CryptoInsightUK's latest weekly update, founder Will Taylor notes that the immediate impact for XRP isn't all negative. He argues that the initial shock is coming at a time when many investors have already taken bearish positions. This could result in a scenario where XRP holds up better than Bitcoin and Ethereum, especially if the market absorbs the news without further problems.

In the Week 184 edition of The Weekly Insight, Taylor highlights that we are in a period of volatility He states: "Extreme volatility can occur in the short term." This type of context often offers opportunities for the market to stabilize, even in the face of bad news. This is a crucial insight for investors; it can increase the likelihood of a bottom forming at a time when emotions are taking over.

Taylor further clarifies that he's not claiming that war is inherently beneficial for crypto. What matters more is how the market reacts to such events. He notes that Bitcoin initially fell on the news, but that this movement lacked the kind of confirmation that typically indicates a deeper decline. Bitcoin's liquidity is still lower, around $60.000, a level he'd prefer to see before calling it a significant rise.

Ethereum also exhibits similar patterns in Taylor's analysis. He points to the presence of downside liquidity around $1.720, but emphasizes that the larger pools with low timeframes are above the current price position. This offers room for a further correction, but not necessarily for a fundamental bearish reset.

XRP is where things get interesting. Taylor argues that XRP has already made some strides that Bitcoin and Ethereum have yet to make. “XRP saw a rally about 10 days ago that Bitcoin and Ethereum haven’t seen, which shows relative strength,” he writes. “XRP has already entered the liquidity pools that Bitcoin and Ethereum are still waiting to enter. In a way, XRP has already accomplished what the others haven’t.”

While he’s careful to use the word confirmation, the implication is clear. If the market is in a fear-driven macro environment and XRP has already traded within nearby liquidity while its larger counterparts have not, then XRP may be better positioned as selling pressure eases rather than increases.

Taylor raises the possibility of XRP leading the altcoin fray and possibly even the broader market. This low-timeframe scenario at least offers a hint in that direction.

His broader conclusion is based less on the war itself than on the market structure. He maintains that Bitcoin still has significant daily liquidity above current levels and can reach new all-time highs, while altcoins could outperform on the way there. He directly links this view to Bitcoin's dominance, noting that the Bollinger Bands are as tight as ever on the weekly chart and extremely compressed on a monthly basis. Should this volatility unfold to the downside, altcoins would be well-positioned to gain market share.

This also brings him back to comparing XRP to Ethereum. According to Taylor, the XRP/ETH chart has “entered a new uptrend” and this could be the start of a larger impulsive move. His closing analysis is clear: if Bitcoin reaches new highs, if its dominance wanes, and if XRP continues to gain momentum against Ethereum, then “XRP could be setting itself up for an explosive move.”

Frequently Asked Questions

How are recent geopolitical events impacting crypto markets?
The recent airstrikes could lead to increased volatility and uncertainty in the markets. This could impact the price movements of both Bitcoin and altcoins like XRP, which may be better positioned to absorb these shocks.

Why would XRP outperform Bitcoin and Ethereum in this context?
XRP has already tapped into critical levels of liquidity that Bitcoin and Ethereum have yet to reach. This could allow XRP to outperform as selling pressure in the market subsides.

What are the implications of Bitcoin's dominance in the altcoin market?
A decline in Bitcoin's dominance could result in a shift in investments toward altcoins. This suggests that if Bitcoin reaches a new all-time high and its dominance declines, altcoins could potentially gain significant market share.

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