2025 has been full of surprises in the crypto world, from Bitcoin hitting new all-time highs to growing interest in ETFs. Amid all this, some projects are quietly setting themselves up for a big breakthrough next year. Chainlink (LINK) and XRP, in particular, are starting to catch the spotlight.
Crypto lawyer Bill Morgan highlights two key developments that could make these tokens the stars of 2026.
Chainlink’s Strategic Reserve
Morgan first began by highlighting Chainlink’s new strategic reserve, a program that buys LINK tokens directly from the market using revenue generated by oracle and network fees.
Morgan compared it to a company share buyback, where demand grows while circulating supply slowly decreases.
This system does more than just reduce supply — it creates a “flywheel effect”: every new integration and fee collected adds more LINK to the reserve, tightening the available supply for investors and node operators.
As of October 2025, the Chainlink Reserve holds over 586,641 LINK, valued at nearly $10.3 million.
Evernorth’s XRP Treasury: A Faster, Institutional Catalyst
Meanwhile, the second major development Morgan pointed out is the launch of Evernorth, a new NASDAQ-listed company that manages an institutional-level XRP treasury.
Unlike traditional reserves that simply hold tokens, Evernorth plans to put its XRP to work, lending it to institutions, joining DeFi programs, and using the yield it earns to buy even more XRP.
This approach makes Evernorth’s strategy active rather than passive. By continuously reinvesting the yield to expand its XRP holdings, the company could help absorb new supply, balance Ripple’s escrow releases, and gradually reduce the amount of XRP in circulation over time.
Why LINK and XRP Could Lead in 2026
In Morgan’s view, these two developments show how mature the crypto market is becoming. Chainlink and XRP are positioning themselves for strong growth in 2026 through smart supply management and real-world adoption.
Both projects link token demand to actual revenue and institutional support, creating a supply shock that could boost value.
As of now, XRP is trading around $2.44, while Link is hovering around $17.77, reflecting a jump of 3% seen in the last 24 hours.
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FAQs
Chainlink buys LINK from the market to reduce circulating supply, boosting demand and supporting long-term network growth.
Yes, smart supply management and institutional support could create demand-driven value increases for both tokens next year.
Analysts and AI forecasts project XRP could reach $5.05 by the end of 2025, driven by ETF approvals, partnerships, and regulatory clarity.
XRP is considered a strong investment due to its institutional adoption, regulatory progress, and role in cross-border payments. However, it carries volatility risks like all cryptocurrencies.
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