‘Never Thought I’d Buy XRP Below $1 Again’: Analyst Reveals Why Institutions Are Already In

Crypto analyst Austin Hilton reveals why institutions are eyeing XRP as market conditions shift, potentially allowing for buying opportunities below $1 again.

Have you ever thought you'd have another chance to buy XRP below $1? Crypto analyst Austin Hilton suggests that this may be closer than you think, as changing market conditions might create a unique buying window for investors. In a recent analysis, Hilton explored the current state of XRP and why institutional interest may be brewing, even as the price struggles. Could XRP Really Fall Below $1 Again? Hilton believes that if Bitcoin dips below $50, XRP could also fall below $1. For him, this scenario presents an opportunity rather than a reason for panic. His remarks come amid external pressures affecting crypto markets, but he emphasizes that institutions are quietly integrating Ripple's on-chain technology. Why Are Institutions Focusing on Ripple's Technology? According to Hilton, while institutions are buying XRP, they aren't doing it to inflate the token's price. Instead, they're tapping into Ripple's sophisticated infrastructure to enhance their own operational capabilities. “Do I believe institutions are buying XRP? Sure. Do I believe they’re buying it in mass to move the price of the token? No,” he remarked. The recent activation of XLS-81 on the XRP Ledger has made significant strides by introducing permissioned decentralized exchanges (DEXs) with integrated KYC and AML controls. This is particularly attractive for banks and regulated firms needing a compliant framework for their digital transactions. Ripple is positioning itself as a key player in this space, providing what Hilton describes as a "fast lane for institutional capital." What Are the Signals Behind Current Institutional Moves? Further emphasizing institutional activity, Hilton pointed out specific developments: Aviva Investors has partnered with Ripple for fund tokenization on the XRP Ledger, and ETF inflows for XRP have reached a staggering $1.23 billion. Additionally, Bank of America has recently disclosed XRP ETF holdings in its SEC filings, indicating a commitment from major financial playe