Top Cryptocurrencies to Watch This Week: Trump Coin, XRP, and Zetachain
By Crispus Nyaga
May 18, 2025 – 6:00 PM UTC
Edited by Anthony Patrick
As cryptocurrency markets experience a pullback, several assets are demonstrating significant potential for volatility and trading opportunities. This week, attention will be focused on Ripple’s XRP, Trump Coin, and Zetachain, each facing unique developments that could influence their price movements.
Bitcoin and Market Overview
Last week, Bitcoin (BTC) saw its price hover around the $103,000 mark, after the leading cryptocurrency failed to break through the pivotal resistance level at $106,000. This stagnation, combined with investor profit-taking, has led to a generally bearish sentiment across the market. In addition to Bitcoin, Ethereum (ETH) has also encountered difficulties, stalling after a recent surge.
XRP: Spotlight on Futures Launch
One of the most closely watched cryptocurrencies this week is Ripple’s XRP, primarily due to the launch of the first cash-settled futures contracts by CME Group on Monday. This new offering allows traders to bet on the price of XRP without owning the cryptocurrency directly. The introduction of these futures contracts is anticipated to provide increased legitimacy and accessibility for XRP, potentially paving the way for the establishment of Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) that track its performance.
Despite this promising development, XRP’s price has faced downward pressure, falling from a peak of $2.65 earlier this month to around $2.34 today. Market analysts will be closely monitoring XRP’s behavior in the wake of the futures launch and the broader implications for institutional adoption.
Trump Coin: Anticipation of Controversial Dinner
Attention will also be on Trump Coin (TRUMP) as its leading stakeholders prepare for an exclusive dinner with former U.S. President Donald Trump on May 22. This event is already generating buzz, especially given that some attendees include notable foreign investors, such as Tron’s founder Justin Sun.
Trading patterns suggest a looming risk for Trump Coin, which has recorded a bearish double-top pattern on its price charts—typically indicating a potential reversal. As the dinner approaches, there is speculation that the price may experience volatility, with some holders choosing to cash in profits prior to the event. Analysts predict that the prices could dip, especially post-dinner, as selling pressure might increase among attendees looking to liquidate their assets for profits.
Zetachain: Ongoing Token Unlocks
Emerging layer-1 network Zetachain is also in the spotlight this week as it prepares to unlock tokens worth over $11.34 million, which represents 5.31% of its total float. This token unlock is part of a broader plan involving several monthly unlocks over the coming years and comes at a time when ZETA token price has declined significantly—down 18% from earlier highs this month.
The total value locked in the Zetachain network has also seen a downturn, dropping from $26 million in January to $18 million in recent days. Market watchers are keen on how this token unlock might affect ZETA’s price and the overall health of the Zetachain ecosystem.
Conclusion
As the week progresses, XRP, Trump Coin, and Zetachain are set to dominate crypto market narratives, driven by significant developments. Investors and traders alike will be keeping a close eye on these cryptocurrencies’ performances and market reactions to these key events. With Bitcoin’s recent struggles and potential shifts in investor sentiment, the coming days could bring increased volatility to the crypto landscape.
Stay tuned for further updates as these stories evolve and the impacts on cryptocurrency prices become clearer.
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