Analysis: XRP's short-term direction hinges on holding $1.85 support

XRP's short-term trajectory depends on its ability to defend the $1.85 support level, according to an analysis by Watcher.Guru. The outlet noted that with 1 billion XRP scheduled to be unlocked from escrow in January, the release could create short-term downward pressure, as the asset is barely holding above this key support. For a bullish scenario to remain viable, XRP must maintain the $1.85 level, see trading volume recover around the $2.00 mark, and break through the downtrend resistance at $2.08. Meeting these conditions could invalidate the current bearish structure. Conversely, if XRP breaks below $1.85 before January, the next support level is likely to be $1.77, and strong selling pressure could push the price down to $1.60. The analysis concluded that the escrow unlock could amplify a negative cycle by creating both technical and psychological burdens.