A Dubai-based crypto investor has reignited debate after announcing she sold all her XRP holdings to increase exposure to Shiba Inu, favouring meme-coin upside over utility-driven tokens.
The move drew attention after she posted on X, “Just sold all my XRP and got more SHIB,” prompting fresh discussion about risk appetite amid choppy market conditions.
The switch follows her January prediction that Shiba Inu could reach $1 in 2026, signalling strong conviction in the meme token despite widespread scepticism.
By fully exiting XRP, the investor appears to be doubling down on speculative potential rather than narratives tied to payments, regulation and institutional adoption.
XRP supporters criticised the decision, with one user replying that selling XRP was “the wrong choice,” citing its real-world use cases and ongoing development.
Market data shows contrasting dynamics, with XRP trading around $1.45 while Shiba Inu remains far below its all-time highs and continues to exhibit high volatility.
The reaction highlights a broader divide in crypto markets between investors favouring utility-led assets and those pursuing high-risk, community-driven meme coins.
At the time of reporting, XRP price was $1.44.