Bitcoin Updates: Bitcoin Declines While XRP ETF Gains Transform Approaches to Passive Income

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Bitcoin Updates: Bitcoin Declines While XRP ETF Gains Transform Approaches to Passive Income

Bitget-RWA2025/11/17 15:18

By:Bitget-RWA

- Bitcoin's 2025 price drop below 50-day support and 33.4% MSTR underperformance highlight market volatility amid Trump-era regulatory shifts. - XRP's $250M ETF debut (XRPC) drives institutional demand, with analysts forecasting $7-$24 price range amid mixed whale activity. - Mint Miner introduces XRP cloud mining with $5,500/day returns, leveraging AI and renewable energy to democratize passive income. - Market shifts show Bitcoin's waning "treasury" narrative and XRP's growing role in cross-border paymen

Bitcoin Price Swings and XRP ETF

Drive New Passive Income Approaches

Inspire Innovative Passive Earnings Methods

In late 2025, Bitcoin (BTC) encountered notable challenges,

dipping beneath its 50-day moving average

for the first time ever, prompting investors to reconsider their tactics. Despite a 54% year-to-date increase when measured against gold, Bitcoin itself has only managed a slight 2.46% rise in

BTC

, while

Michael Saylor's Strategy (MSTR) has lagged

for the first time in several years, dropping 33.4% since the start of the year. Nevertheless, Saylor’s latest acquisition of 487 BTC for $49.9 million highlights his ongoing faith in the cryptocurrency sector.

Wider market movements have been influenced by evolving political circumstances, especially during President Trump’s second administration, which brought a surge of institutional attention to

Bitcoin

The digital asset reached a record high

of $126,198 in October 2025, fueled by the GENIUS Act and a supportive regulatory backdrop. Yet,

recent pullbacks—falling to $96.3K

from its peak—demonstrate Bitcoin’s vulnerability to speculative trading and institutional profit-taking.

At the same time,

XRP

has entered a transformative phase with the introduction of the first U.S.-based ETF, the

Canary XRP ETF

(XRPC), which

attracted a record $250 million in initial investments

on launch day.

Experts anticipate XRP could fluctuate between $7

and $24 within two months of the ETF’s rollout, spurred by institutional interest and a liquidity-focused pricing mechanism. Still, the ETF’s debut has been clouded by mixed signals: while “smart money” added $44 million in long bets, major holders simultaneously sold off,

indicating broader economic caution and limited liquidity

For those pursuing passive returns, new solutions are surfacing.

Mint Miner has introduced XRP cloud mining agreements

, promising daily earnings up to $5,500 via AI-driven, equipment-free mining. Users can deposit XRP and receive rewards without needing technical skills or hardware,

utilizing green energy and McAfee-protected systems

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This advancement fits with XRP’s increasing institutional uptake,

as the token’s improved liquidity and regulatory transparency

make it a strong contender against conventional mining approaches.

Ongoing selling pressure on Bitcoin remains a major issue, with its MVRV ratio at 1.7—signaling a balance between profit-taking and losses.

The 30-day implied volatility index for Bitcoin

(BVIV) has dropped below 50, pointing to less immediate selling activity.

However, the market’s dependence on the “Bitcoin treasury” story

has faded as firms like Bitfarms shift toward AI server hosting, indicating a redirection of capital.

The dynamic between Bitcoin and XRP highlights a larger movement: investors are broadening their approaches to better manage risk and reward. While Bitcoin’s fixed supply continues to be a central argument, XRP’s utility in international payments and ETF-driven liquidity is redefining passive income prospects. For those prepared to face market swings, platforms such as Mint Miner and institutional-grade ETFs provide new opportunities to benefit from the changing crypto environment.

Disclaimer: The content of this article solely reflects the author's opinion and does not represent the platform in any capacity. This article is not intended to serve as a reference for making investment decisions.

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