XRP is currently trading at $2.16, but not all traders are convinced the asset is poised for a bullish rally despite the positive sentiments around it. In a recent exchange on X, prominent trader Arthur issued a cautionary outlook, predicting that XRP could crash to $1.30. Reacting to a post by analyst CasiTrades, who declared that “the market is officially out of time,” Arthur cited three core reasons for his bearish stance: global geopolitical unrest, unresolved legal uncertainties, and a lack of momentum from ETF developments. Geopolitical Tensions Could Trigger a Market Pullback Arthur’s primary concern is the growing instability in global geopolitics. In his response, he wrote, “War, case not closed, all ETF postponed, $2.30 level struggling, summer coming… I think we are good for a ride at $1.30.” War, case not closed, all ETF postponed, 2.30 level struggling, summer coming… I think we are good for a ride at 1.30$ — Arthur (@XrpArthur) June 18, 2025 His warning reflects the increasing risk aversion in financial markets. Historically, during times of heightened global conflict, investors tend to flee riskier assets like cryptocurrencies in favor of safe-haven instruments such as gold and the U.S. dollar. With global tensions on the rise and financial markets already on edge, Arthur believes a shift in sentiment could spark a sell-off in XRP, especially if it fails to hold above its critical resistance level at $2.30. Legal Uncertainty Continues to Weigh on XRP Arthur’s second reason for concern lies in the unresolved Ripple vs. SEC case. While some headlines have faded, the legal battle is far from over. Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission have submitted a revised filing related to the proposed remedies in the case. The initial settlement proposal was denied by Judge Analisa Torres on procedural grounds, and both parties now await her ruling on the updated submission. Until Judge Torres delivers her final decision, especially on whether the longstanding injunction against Ripple’s institutional XRP sales will be lifted, uncertainty continues to loom. For Arthur, this lingering legal shadow dampens investor confidence and increases the likelihood of downside volatility. No Spot ETF Momentum from the U.S. Arthur also points to the absence of a major bullish catalyst: a U.S.-approved spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF). Although Canada has launched XRP spot ETF , the United States, by far the largest crypto investment market has yet to follow suit. Regulatory clarity remains elusive, and without U.S. approval, the kind of institutional demand that could propel XRP to new highs is unlikely to materialize in the near term. We are on twitter, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) July 15, 2023 The lack of ETF progress, combined with XRP’s ongoing struggle to break past $2.30, paints a picture of stagnation rather than strength. In Arthur’s view, that sets the stage for a rapid decline. $1.30: Bearish Breakdown or Strategic Buy Zone? When CasiTrades asked Arthur what he saw at the $1.30 level, he responded, “Demand. I think we will have a quick rush in this zone, like we had at $1.60. I have a huge buy limit at this level. Geopolitics is getting worse.” Arthur anticipates a sharp, temporary dip that could mirror XRP’s previous drop to $1.60 earlier this year—a move that quickly reversed. However, not all traders agree with his outlook. Responding to Arthur’s post, trader T-daddy said, “No way. Maybe $1.60. But I don’t think that low,” signaling that while a retracement is possible, the $1.30 target might be too pessimistic. Still, Arthur’s perspective has reintroduced caution into the conversation. With Ripple’s legal fate hanging in the balance, ETF hopes stalled, and macro risks rising, XRP may be in for a turbulent summer. Whether $1.30 becomes a reality or remains a speculative bottom depends on how these complex dynamics unfold in the weeks ahead. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on Twitter , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Trader Lists Three Reasons Why XRP Price Could Crash to $1.30 appeared first on Times Tabloid .
