XRP Leads Crypto Market Buzz as $77M in Altcoins Prepare for Unlock

As July 2025 unfolds, the crypto market braces for a volatile week, with XRP’s bullish rally stealing the spotlight and $77 million worth of altcoins set to be released into circulation.

The cryptocurrency market is heating up again as a wave of altcoin unlocks—totaling nearly $77 million—hits the market between July 21 and 27. Leading this week’s spotlight is XRP, which has posted significant gains amid bullish indicators, whale movements, and renewed institutional interest.

Major Altcoin Unlocks Shake Up the Market

Seven key altcoin projects are preparing for scheduled unlocks, with Avail and Ronin commanding the largest share of capital releases.

Avail will release 969.6 million AVAIL tokens on July 23, worth approximately $19.23 million—an astonishing 38.1% of its total market value. Meanwhile, Ronin is scheduled to unlock 31.84 million RON tokens, valued at $18.99 million, on July 27.

Other projects entering the unlock cycle include Plume Network ($12.46M on July 21), Hyperlane ($4.99M on July 22), AltLayer ($9.07M on July 25), Humanity Protocol ($4.96M), and Sahara ($7.27M on July 26).

These unlocks have varying implications for supply pressure and investor sentiment, with Avail and Ronin attracting the most attention due to the size and impact of their releases.

While these supply injections usually raise concerns about downward price pressure, the overall sentiment in the market remains surprisingly optimistic—driven in large part by XRP’s powerful technicals and price trajectory.

XRP Price Surge Fuels Bull Market Optimism

XRP has climbed to $3.55, backed by strong on-chain activity, renewed institutional support, and bullish technical signals. The token has surged over 70% recently, driven in part by the U.S. GENIUS Act, which aims to provide regulatory clarity in the crypto sector.

Adding fuel to the fire, a whale moved $70 million worth of XRP to Coinbase, prompting initial fears of a major selloff. However, analysts remain bullish. According to crypto analyst EGRAG CRYPTO, XRP holding above the $3.40 Fibonacci level signals strength, with many expecting a move to $4.50 before August.

Bollinger Bands Hint at 1,300% XRP Rally

Technical analyst The Great Mattsby points to a re-expansion in XRP’s Bollinger Bands—an indicator last seen before the 1,300% rally in late 2017 that brought XRP to $3.80. This pattern, combined with bullish sentiment and trading volumes exceeding $10 billion, has traders speculating whether XRP could repeat history and soar to $45 this cycle.

Historical context backs this view: in 2017, a similar Bollinger Band expansion helped XRP post an 800% monthly candle. If replicated, XRP could leap to double-digit prices in the coming weeks or months.

Altcoins Join the Bull Run

While XRP commands the headlines, other major tokens are riding the wave:

• Bitcoin (BTC) has triggered a golden cross, often a precursor to major bull markets, with price projections now aiming for $120,000.
• Cardano (ADA) has surged 92% in volume, reaching $0.86 and regaining bullish momentum.
• Ethereum (ETH) is approaching $4,000, boosted by increasing network activity and gas limit adjustments.
• Meme coins like Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) continue to stir interest, with top holders rotating portfolios in search of fresh gains.

What’s Next for XRP and the Crypto Market?

With nearly $77 million in altcoin unlocks on the horizon and XRP’s price action indicating a breakout, July’s final week could shape the trajectory of Q3 2025. Whale activity, technical indicators, and legislative clarity are aligning to create a perfect storm of bullish momentum.

Investors will be watching closely as XRP attempts to turn $3.40 into a new support level, with the $4.50 target firmly in sight—and perhaps, the start of a rally toward $30 and beyond, if historical trends hold true.