Ripple’s XRP has entered the global spotlight again, officially joining the top 100 assets by market capitalization.
The digital asset now ranks alongside major corporations such as Shopify, Intuit, and Deutsche Telekom.
Its rise underscores the growing presence of cryptocurrencies in mainstream finance, placing XRP in the company of the world’s most valuable assets.
XRP surges past $182 billion valuation
According to data from CompaniesMarketCap, XRP holds a market capitalization of about $182.08 billion, with a price near $3.05 per token.
Top assets by market cap: CompaniesMarketCap
This valuation secures its position as the 98th largest global asset. XRP’s achievement is notable because it comes without a regulated spot ETF in the United States.
Bitcoin and Ethereum, which also sit in the top 100, benefited from institutional inflows through US-approved ETFs. Bitcoin is ranked 8th while Ethereum holds the 22nd spot.
XRP, however, has reached its milestone through organic inflows, pushing past Binance’s BNB and stablecoin Tether (USDT). It now stands as the third-largest cryptocurrency by market cap.
Investor confidence has grown since Ripple concluded its legal battle with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
The end of that case, combined with wider crypto market bullishness, helped XRP establish a firm support level at $3.
XRP/USD price chart, Source: TradingView
Both institutional and retail inflows have fueled this climb, driving XRP ahead of well-known global corporations such as Verizon, Texas Instruments, and Citigroup.
Growing utility and tokenization prospects
XRP’s re-entry into the top 100 reflects more than price momentum. It signals renewed demand for digital assets as part of traditional investment classes.
Alongside stocks, commodities, and precious metals, cryptocurrencies like XRP are gaining recognition as long-term financial instruments.
BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager with over $10 trillion under management, has outlined plans to tokenize real-world assets on blockchain. Tokenization converts assets such as equities, bonds, or real estate into digital tokens.
This model enables fractional ownership, instant settlement, and global liquidity. For institutions, it reduces costs while improving transparency.
Ethereum has been the leading blockchain for early tokenization pilots, but XRP’s infrastructure positions it as a strong alternative.
If BlackRock and other asset managers diversify their tokenization strategies, the XRPL could become a prime choice.
Its proven track record in payments and cross-border settlements supports high transaction volumes and reliability.
At the time of writing, XRP is trading at $3.05, up by 1.17%.