Record

Good Evening Crypto host Abs Nassif shared a new episode on X that blended market urgency with long-term conviction. The post came with a bold caption highlighting three major developments.
These include XRP ETFs surpassing $1.3 billion in assets under management, a 12-hour countdown to a potential Bank of Japan rate hike, and growing belief that 2026 could mark a major altcoin expansion.
The episode opened with commentary from Jake Claver, focusing on global liquidity, oil risk, and Japan’s monetary policy. That backdrop set the stage for why XRP flows matter now rather than later.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
 BREAKING: <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24XRP&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">$XRP</a> ETF's PASS $1.3 BILLION IN AUM! <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f6a8.png" alt="🚨"> JAPAN'S RATE HIKE *12 HOUR* COUNTDOWN, U.S. PLAN TO SAVE CRYPTO, BITCOIN RESERVE &amp; ALT. SEASON BREAKOUT 2026! W/ <a href="https://twitter.com/GilbertieSal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">@GilbertieSal</a> <a href="https://t.co/TlGaL9J7AE" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://t.co/TlGaL9J7AE</a>
 — Good Evening Crypto (@AbsGMCrypto) <a href="https://twitter.com/AbsGMCrypto/status/2001690483907768682?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">December 18, 2025</a>
</blockquote>

<h2 id="strong-new-heights-for-xrp-strong">New Heights for XRP</h2>
In his post, Nassif emphasized the $1.3 billion AUM milestone, tying it directly to macroeconomic events and policy decisions. He sees XRP as part of a larger financial reset that includes central banks, U.S. regulation, and institutional capital.
During the show, Nassif noted that the XRP ETF market is no longer speculative. He described it as “live and tracking the data.” The focus stayed on the <a href="https://timestabloid.com/xrp-etfs-performance-on-latest-return-table-stuns-xrp-army/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">inflows entering the market</a> rather than expectations. At the time of the discussion, ETFs had reached roughly $1.3 billion in AUM within about a month, with more than <a href="https://timestabloid.com/game-designer-drops-xrp-etf-truth-bomb-a-billion-xrp-would-be-decent/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">30 straight days of net inflows</a>.
<h2 id="strong-xrp-etf-growth-and-institutional-demand-strong">XRP ETF Growth and Institutional Demand</h2>
Teucrium CEO Sal Gilbertie joined the episode to discuss the ETF rollout and its meaning. He stressed patience. “This is not a lottery ticket. XRP is an investment,” Gilbertie said. He pointed to consolidation as a healthy phase following rapid price appreciation.
Gilbertie, who has <a href="https://timestabloid.com/teucrium-president-says-im-an-xrp-enthusiast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">consistently supported XRP</a>, also addressed inflow expectations. He said ETF demand could exceed earlier Wall Street estimates, which ranged between $6 billion and $8 billion annually. He did not provide a precise figure. However, he made it clear he believed those projections were conservative.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
 We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- <a href="https://twitter.com/TimesTabloid1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">@TimesTabloid1</a>
 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) <a href="https://twitter.com/TimesTabloid1/status/1934162718258499855?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">June 15, 2025</a>
</blockquote>

The discussion returned several times to supply dynamics. ETF issuers purchase XRP either directly or through structured exposure. As prices stay compressed, those purchases absorb more tokens per dollar. Nassif noted that lower prices enable funds to acquire larger amounts of XRP, <a href="https://timestabloid.com/xrp-supply-drops-massively-on-exchanges-heres-why-this-is-big-news/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">accelerating supply reduction over time</a>.
<h2 id="strong-macro-risk-and-bullish-expectations-strong">Macro Risk and Bullish Expectations</h2>
Nassif highlighted Japan’s central bank as a key near-term risk. He warned that a rate hike could spark short-term volatility as global carry trades unwind, potentially triggering a temporary sell-off. He framed this as a risk to prepare for, not fear.
Gilbertie focused on regulation, arguing that <a href="https://timestabloid.com/ripple-is-going-full-institutional-xrp-is-entering-the-big-league/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">real institutional adoption</a> accelerates only after clear U.S. legislation. He describes current participation as early-stage. They linked optimism for Q1 and Q2 to ETF inflows, Japan policy shifts, regulatory clarity, and liquidity cycles converging globally.
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 advised to conduct thorough 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 <a href="https://x.com/TimesTabloid1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">X</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/timestabloid/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://t.me/markettabloid" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Telegram</a>, and &nbsp;<a href="https://news.google.com/publications/CAAqLAgKIiZDQklTRmdnTWFoSUtFSFJwYldWemRHRmliRzlwWkM1amIyMG9BQVAB?hl=en-US&amp;gl=US&amp;ceid=US%3Aen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Google News</a>
The post <a href="https://timestabloid.com/xrp-etfs-aum-hits-big-record/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">XRP ETF’s AUM Hits Big Record</a> appeared first on <a href="https://timestabloid.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Times Tabloid</a>.

XRP ETF’s AUM Hits Big Record

Table of Contents

Times Tabloid

Other articles published on Dec 21, 2025

Join our free newsletter for daily crypto updates!