China’s DeepSeek AI Predicts Volatile Future for XRP, Solana, and ADA Through 2026
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A new artificial intelligence model developed in China, DeepSeek, has released cryptocurrency price predictions for Ripple (XRP), Solana (SOL), and Cardano (ADA) extending too the end of 2026, forecasting significant potential gains but also warning of substantial downside risks. The AI’s analysis, derived from a combination of macroeconomic factors, technical analysis, and project fundamentals, suggests investors should prepare for potentially dramatic price swings.
XRP: ETF Approval Could Trigger Rally, Regulatory Hurdles pose Risk
deepseek’s bullish scenario for XRP projects a price surge to between $4.50 and $6.00 by 2026 – equivalent to approximately 65.04 million to 86.72 million Korean won. This optimistic outlook hinges on several key developments, including a favorable resolution to the ongoing legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which would alleviate regulatory uncertainty. Further bolstering this prediction is the anticipated wider adoption of Ripple’s cross-border payment system, ODL, and an expanded role for Ripple in central bank digital currency (CBDC) projects.
however, the AI also cautioned that a bearish turn in market sentiment could send XRP plummeting to $1.00, down from its current price of $1.86.According to the analysis, this downturn could materialize if investment confidence erodes.Technically, a break above the $2.20 mark is crucial for XRP to reverse its current downward trend. One analyst noted that, mirroring the initial phases of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs), initial demand may be subdued before a significant price movement.”2026 is highly likely to be a turning point for XRP,” deepseek predicted.
Solana: 300% Rally Possible with Institutional investment
DeepSeek forecasts a potential rally of up to 300% for Solana, currently a leading cryptocurrency in the market, by 2025. This projection anticipates Solana reaching a price range of $275 to $350 – approximately 397.45 million to 505.85 million Korean won – fueled by the growth of its scalable ecosystem of consumer applications and a substantial influx of institutional capital.
Should momentum falter and trading volume decline, Solana could retreat to the $80 to $95 range. However, analyst James Easton indicated that the asset’s technical structure remains positive, with the weekly relative Strength Index (RSI) currently below past lows, suggesting further upside potential.
Cardano: Hard Fork Success Key to Recovery
DeepSeek’s 2026 forecast for Cardano (ADA) estimates a price recovery to between $0.85 and $1.20 – approximately 12.28 million to 17.34 million Korean won. This optimistic outlook is contingent upon the successful implementation of the “Chang” hard fork, a significant network upgrade introducing on-chain governance capabilities, and the practical application of the community-driven financial model.
Conversely, if development delays or a lack of effectiveness hinder the hard fork’s progress, ADA could fall further to between $0.25 and $0.28. In the short term, maintaining a price above $0.36 could signal an upward trend, tho the current RSI of 40 does not indicate an oversold condition, leaving room for further decline.
Meme Coins Challenge Traditional Predictions
Interestingly, while DeepSeek focuses on traditional indicators, some investors are turning their attention to actual capital inflow rather than relying solely on predictive models. The meme coin Maxi Doge exemplifies this trend. Designed as a “high beta” asset for volatile markets, Maxi Doge has rapidly attracted funds, primarily from the meme community, raising $4.28 million with a staking reward rate of 71% per annum.
As DeepSeek calculates XRP’s potential price targets, Maxi Doge is actively attracting capital through community engagement. If 2026 indeed brings heightened market volatility, these meme coins may outperform established cryptocurrencies.
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The AI’s predictions underscore the inherent uncertainty in the cryptocurrency market, highlighting the need for investors to remain vigilant and adaptable as the landscape evolves.
