The odds of an XRP ETF approval have jumped to 81% on Polymarket, sparking new discussions about where the price could go next. Some are wondering if this could finally push XRP to $20
Meanwhile, Bitcoin’s DeFi capabilities have fallen behind, but StratoVM could help close the gap. This Layer-2 solution may bring faster, cheaper transactions without sacrificing security, potentially making Bitcoin more competitive in the DeFi space.
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Traders on Polymarket are increasingly betting on an XRP ETF approval, with odds jumping from 70% in January to 81% after the SEC acknowledged Grayscale’s filing. As of now, the odds sit at 73%, signaling growing optimism despite the July 31, 2025, deadline.
Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart remains cautious, arguing that approval is unlikely until Ripple’s legal battle with the SEC is fully resolved. However, the SEC’s acknowledgment of multiple XRP ETF proposals hints at possible progress.
With XRP recently breaking past $2.78, some analysts, like Xoom, predict a run to $5 or even $6-$7 by the end of February. Others, like Amonyx, say that XRP is headed to $20+ this year.
StratoVM ($SVM) is a Bitcoin Layer-2 blockchain built to potentially bring smart contracts, meme coins, AI, and DeFi to Bitcoin in the following period. Trading at $0.03503, StratoVM has surged to 1458.5% in just a month, according to CoinGecko.
With its mainnet launch approaching, StratoVM is at a key stage. CoreDAO, another Bitcoin Layer-2, holds a $990 million fully diluted valuation, while StratoVM sits at just $3 million—potentially leaving room for significant growth if adoption takes off.
BTCFi has gained momentum, with total value locked soaring from $307 million in January 2024 to $6.6 billion in February 2025, according to DeFiLlama. StratoVM could tap into this expanding sector, especially with its recent Uniswap listing adding visibility.
The project has secured over 50 strategic partnerships, and speculation around a potential CEX listing continues to build. Its community is also growing rapidly, nearing 100,000 followers across social platforms like Twitter and Telegram.
As Bitcoin pushes to do more than just be "digital gold," StratoVM’s infrastructure might play a role in shaping BTCFi’s future. The testnet has already processed over 113,312 wallets and 56,200+ daily transactions. If it delivers, StratoVM could change how Bitcoin holders interact with DeFi, potentially driving broader adoption.
With XRP ETF approval odds rising and price predictions heating up, the coming months could be crucial for XRP’s future.
At the same time, Bitcoin’s DeFi ecosystem is expanding, and StratoVM might be the project that will play a major role. As BTCFi continues to gain traction, StratoVM’s upcoming mainnet launch and growing adoption could make it a key player in Bitcoin’s evolution.
If its features hold ground, it might not just boost Bitcoin’s DeFi potential—it could redefine how BTC holders interact with decentralized finance.
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