As XRP consolidates in the $2.70–$2.85 range, the crypto world is watching closely: can Ripple pivot from sideways action to a fresh rally toward $5 in 2025? At the same time, recent developments around Shiba Inu—from token burns to ecosystem upgrades—add complexity to the meme-coin narrative. To further spice the mix, AlphaPepe is being quietly eyed by traders as a high-upside alternative in the background.