XRP overtakes Bitcoin in trading surge, PEPE enters top 10: What’s driving India’s new crypto bets?

In Q1 2025, India's crypto landscape saw Ripple (XRP) surpass Bitcoin in trading volume, capturing 13.3% of trades on CoinSwitch. Bitcoin remains the most held asset, while meme coin PEPE entered the top 10 holdings, reflecting a shift towards high-risk, high-reward investments among younger investors.