In a dramatic shift within the cryptocurrency market, XRP has reclaimed its position as the third-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, surpassing Tether (USDT) on January 3, 2025. With its market cap skyrocketing to approximately $140 billion, XRP now holds a $2 billion lead over USDT, marking a significant milestone in the ever-evolving crypto landscape.

XRP's impressive rally has been fueled by a substantial price increase, with the cryptocurrency currently trading at around $2.48—an over 6% surge in the past 24 hours alone. Over the past year, XRP has achieved a remarkable 350% gain, drawing the attention…