A pioneer in the crypto market, XRP was originally created to be "the most practical cryptocurrency for applications across the financial services space". Judging by its market cap on the chart we've prepared for you, Ripple's path to success is a bumpy one — while it was once one of the most valuable cryptocurrencies, it couldn't avoid dips into the red. Depending on your life outlook, this chart can tell you two things: XRP, just like any other coin, is volatile, and its total market value can suddenly squeeze, so you should be prepared to take risks. On the other hand, Ripple has had its highlights and may have even more in the future — to predict them is up to you and your trading skills.