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XRP investment products pulled in close to $12 million in a single day on May 29, pushing total net inflows to roughly $1.42 billion — the token’s strongest ETF month of 2026 so far. Yet despite that institutional interest, XRP is still trading near $1.34, far below where some of its loudest supporters say it should be.
A Fresh Target From A Familiar Voice
YoungHoon Kim, who claims the title of world’s highest-IQ holder, posted a pointed statement on X this week: XRP will reach between $5 and $10 this cycle. A day earlier, he had teased that the token was about to explode — and the price target followed shortly after, drawing immediate attention across crypto social media.
MY ANALYSIS IS FINAL: XRP WILL REACH BETWEEN $5 AND $10 THIS CYCLE. https://t.co/nFvSGhGp2W pic.twitter.com/HHg93FvHdV
— YoungHoon Kim (@yhbryankimiq) May 29, 2026
The math behind those numbers is steep. Reaching $5 would require XRP to climb nearly 2.7 times from its current price. A run to $10 would mean a gain of over 600% from where the token sits today.
A Credibility Debate Breaks Out
Not everyone welcomed the forecast. Several traders on X pushed back, pointing to prior XRP calls by Kim that never panned out. Others went further, questioning whether his claim of holding the world’s highest IQ record is even legitimate.
The skepticism is not without context. XRP hit an all-time high of $3.66 in July 2025 and has since fallen about 67% from that peak. Getting to $10 would mean eclipsing that record by nearly three times — a tall order under any market conditions.
What The Data Actually Shows
Reports indicate that institutional money has been moving steadily into XRP-backed products this year. The $1.42 billion in cumulative ETF inflows signals growing interest from larger investors, even as the spot price has failed to reflect that momentum.
Regulatory clarity and sustained ETF demand are widely seen as the conditions most likely to drive any major price move. For now, XRP continues to trade sideways near $1.34, and whether it can push toward Kim’s target will depend far more on those fundamentals than on social media posts.
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They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that’s not just a metaphor, it’s a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn.
Christian’s journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved the way for a successful stint as an editor at a data engineering firm, where his first-month essay win funded a months-long supply of doggie and kitty treats – a testament to his dedication to his furry companions (more on that later).
Christian then roamed the world of journalism, working at newspapers in Canada and even South Korea. He finally settled down at a local news giant in his hometown in the Philippines for a decade, becoming a total news junkie. But then, something new caught his eye: cryptocurrency. It was like a treasure hunt mixed with storytelling – right up his alley!
So, he landed a killer gig at NewsBTC, where he’s one of the go-to guys for all things crypto. He breaks down this confusing stuff into bite-sized pieces, making it easy for anyone to understand (he salutes his management team for teaching him this skill).
Think Christian’s all work and no play? Not a chance! When he’s not at his computer, you’ll find him indulging his passion for motorbikes. A true gearhead, Christian loves tinkering with his bike and savoring the joy of the open road on his 320-cc Yamaha R3. Once a speed demon who hit 120mph (a feat he vowed never to repeat), he now prefers leisurely rides along the coast, enjoying the wind in his thinning hair.
Speaking of chill, Christian’s got a crew of furry friends waiting for him at home. Two cats and a dog. He swears cats are way smarter than dogs (sorry, Grizzly), but he adores them all anyway. Apparently, watching his pets just chillin’ helps him analyze and write meticulously formatted articles even better.
Here’s the thing about this guy: He works a lot, but he keeps himself fueled by enough coffee to make it through the day – and some seriously delicious (Filipino) food. He says a delectable meal is the secret ingredient to a killer article. And after a long day of crypto crusading, he unwinds with some rum (mixed with milk) while watching slapstick movies.
Looking ahead, Christian sees a bright future with NewsBTC. He says he sees himself privileged to be part of an awesome organization, sharing his expertise and passion with a community he values, and fellow editors – and bosses – he deeply respects.
So, the next time you tread into the world of cryptocurrency, remember the man behind the words – the crypto crusader, the grease monkey, and the feline philosopher, all rolled into one.
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