XRP Touted as “Smartest Buy for $500” in USA Today Op-Ed, Sparks Crypto Debate
XRP has found itself at the center of the U.S. financial spotlight following a syndicated opinion piece published by USA Today, which labeled it the “smartest digital asset to invest $500 in right now.”
The article, originally penned by analysts at The Motley Fool, makes the case that XRP’s utility in cross-border payment systems gives it an edge over more speculative cryptocurrencies. While it acknowledged that XRP’s early explosive growth has slowed—its $170 billion market cap leaving little room for parabolic rallies—the piece argued that its long-term value lies in gradual adoption and consistent real-world use.
Although stablecoins were noted as better suited for fast settlement in payments, the article…
