The entities pumping Ripple have unlimited funds.
They can print money at will.
They can push the XRP market cap to 100 trillion if they want.
This is what Bitcoin is up against.
It is the anti-crypto currency, the bank product.
I certainly have my doubts about the concept of crytocurrency but at this point I think it is wise to do a little hedging. I own a little and intend to increase my exposure to about 3-4% of my portfolio.