Monero’s Market Cap Flips Litecoin and Toncoin as XMR Enters Top 25 Tokens

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Monero: The Cryptocurrency That Just Won’t Quit! 💸😏

What to know:

  • Monero (XMR) has officially kicked Litecoin (LTC) and Toncoin (TON) to the curb, strutting into the top 25 digital assets with a market cap that’s now over $7.5 billion. 💪
  • Why is Monero so popular? Well, it’s the go-to for those who prefer their transactions a little… shall we say, *under the radar*. Reports even link it to fundraising for groups like the Islamic State. Yikes! 😬
  • And guess what? The price has more than doubled this year! Talk about a glow-up! ✨

So, our dear privacy-loving Monero has overtaken Litecoin and Toncoin, making its grand entrance into the top 25 digital assets. 🎉

This so-called “flippening” has XMR’s market cap soaring past $7.5 billion, leaving TON at a mere $7.48 billion and LTC trailing behind at $7.35 billion, according to our trusty data source, Coingecko. 📈

Monero (XMR) is like that mysterious friend who always has a secret. It’s a decentralized, peer-to-peer cryptocurrency that loves to keep its transaction details under wraps. This makes it a favorite among those who prefer to operate in the shadows. Who needs traditional financial tracking anyway? 🙄

Earlier this year, a media outlet linked to the Islamic State (ISIS) Pakistan Province even published a poster asking for contributions of “jihad with wealth” in Monero. Because nothing says “I’m a serious investor” like donating to a cause like that! 😳

Despite its controversial reputation, prices for this cheeky coin have skyrocketed over 100% to above $400 this year, reaching heights not seen since early 2021. The buzz is all about an upcoming privacy upgrade and whispers of a re-listing on major exchanges like Coinbase. 📊

Meanwhile, Litecoin (LTC), the silver to Bitcoin‘s gold, has taken a bit of a tumble, dropping 6% this year and trading below $100. And Toncoin? Well, it’s down 25% this year, proving that not all coins are created equal! 💔

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2025-05-26 13:31