Ripple’s XRP token has recently found itself at the center of controversy within the cryptocurrency community following a disparaging remark made by the official Litecoin (LTC) account on social media. The Litecoin account humorously dismissed XRP as “weighed and found unwanted,” prompting widespread backlash from the crypto community.
The snarky comment led to a flurry of responses, with many traders, analysts, and community members coming to XRP’s defense. They highlighted its significant position in the crypto market, currently ranking third by market capitalization, as a testament to its enduring popularity. Analyst CrediBULL Crypto was among those who criticized the jab, labeling it as “unwanted,” “silly and nonsensical.” He argued that if XRP were truly regarded as a “scam” or “useless,” it wouldn’t hold such a high market position, currently boasting a market cap of approximately $168.4 billion, which considerably eclipses Litecoin’s $8.6 billion valuation.
The incident underscores the ongoing tribalism within the cryptocurrency space. For context, legal expert John Deaton recently mentioned that XRP tends to be “the most hated by institutions, most loved by retail.” Critics often cite XRP’s pre-mined supply and governance structure as signs of excessive centralization. However, proponents maintain that the criticism is largely fueled by rivalry from supporters of other prominent cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Interestingly, Litecoin’s remarks come at a time when it is celebrating its own achievements. The network has processed over 300 million transactions and reached a record hash rate of 2.7 PH/s in 2025. Moreover, it has made strides in integrating with major platforms like PayPal, Venmo, and Telegram Wallet, and is witnessing growing institutional interest, particularly with pending ETF applications in the U.S.
Despite Litecoin’s positive developments, XRP maintains a commanding lead in market value. As of now, XRP is trading at $2.83, reflecting a 5.6% decline over the past week, while the broader market has seen a more modest decrease of 1.6%. Still, XRP’s nearly $170 billion market capitalization firmly secures its place as the third-largest cryptocurrency, trailing only behind Bitcoin and Ethereum. Some technical analysts speculate that if XRP can hold its support level at $2.47, it could surge towards $4.50 in the near future.
In stark comparison, Litecoin’s recent trading price stands at $111.27, marking a 1.9% decline within the last week. While it has experienced a nearly 70% increase over the past year, it remains over 70% below its all-time high of $410 reached in 2021.
As the cryptocurrency landscape continues to evolve, the rivalry between various assets is likely to persist, creating both tension and opportunities for engagement among different communities.
