Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, co-founder of Binance, has long been an advocate for Bitcoin, recently reiterating his belief that it will eventually surpass gold as the world’s most valuable asset. His remarks have sparked renewed conversations within the cryptocurrency community, especially regarding the potential fallout for other digital assets like XRP.
Currently, Bitcoin faces significant selling pressure, recently dipping below critical support levels. In contrast, gold has been on an upward trajectory, achieving historic highs amidst global market uncertainties. Just last week, gold’s price soared to an unprecedented $4,381 per ounce, pushing its total market capitalization above $30 trillion—marking it as the most valuable asset class globally.
CZ Says Bitcoin Will “Eventually” Flip Gold
In a recent statement, CZ expressed confidence that Bitcoin will ultimately surpass gold’s market valuation, although he acknowledged that the timeline remains ambiguous. He points to Bitcoin’s advantages: its portability, verifiability, and capped supply as key factors that could position it as the world’s dominant store of value in the long run. “Prediction: Bitcoin will flip gold. I don’t know exactly when. Might take some time, but it will happen. Save the tweet,” he stated, underscoring his firm belief in Bitcoin’s future.
Prediction: Bitcoin will flip gold.
I don’t know exactly when. Might take some time, but it will happen. Save the tweet. pic.twitter.com/bR4Bq0JeVE
— CZ BNB (@cz_binance) October 20, 2025
At present, Bitcoin’s market capitalization stands at approximately $2.14 trillion, significantly trailing gold’s $30.3 trillion. To achieve parity with gold, Bitcoin would need to grow by around 1,315%, which, with a circulating supply of about 19.93 million BTC, would translate to a price of roughly $1.52 million per coin.
While this target may appear distant, CZ remains optimistic, asserting that the continued acceptance of digital assets globally could pave the way for Bitcoin’s ascent. He also highlights the influence of market cycles and macroeconomic conditions on the timeline for this milestone.
Ripple Effects Across the Crypto Market
If Bitcoin were to achieve a monumental $30 trillion valuation, analysts believe it would spur significant growth across the broader cryptocurrency market. Historically, the crypto market tends to parallel Bitcoin’s movements, with altcoins often experiencing substantial gains during BTC bull runs.
Currently, Bitcoin accounts for about 59.6% of the total cryptocurrency market capitalization, which is around $3.61 trillion. Should Bitcoin’s dominance hold as it reaches the ambitious $30.3 trillion valuation, the entire crypto market could potentially swell to approximately $50.8 trillion.
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Under these circumstances, XRP, currently the fifth-largest cryptocurrency, could stand to gain significantly. Presently, XRP represents approximately 4.03% of the global crypto market, with a market cap of $145.6 billion. If the total market capitalization surges to $50.8 trillion and XRP maintains its share, its market valuation could soar to around $2.04 trillion, suggesting a potential price point of about $34 per token, given an estimated circulating supply of 60 billion XRP.
XRP’s Potential Within a Growing Market
While such projections are enticing, analysts urge caution, noting that market behaviors are rarely linear. Even if Bitcoin were to eclipse gold, the impact on altcoins like XRP would hinge on various factors including investor sentiment, liquidity conditions, and institutional engagement.
Moreover, XRP’s trajectory will also be shaped by Ripple’s ongoing adoption strategies and the regulatory environment concerning the token, alongside developments in the cross-border payments space.
Despite these uncertainties, the projections highlight the interconnected nature of XRP’s price with Bitcoin’s overarching market performance. Should Bitcoin embark on the ambitious growth path outlined by CZ, XRP and other established altcoins could witness significant upward movements, albeit not always in direct proportion to Bitcoin’s increase.
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