XRP Nears a Potential Golden Cross as Traders Turn to Altcoins

XRP is approaching a potential golden cross, according to CoinDesk’s day-ahead market outlook for Sept. 18, 2026. The technical setup places XRP at the center of attention as market focus moves toward altcoins. CoinDesk’s report also highlights AltLayer (ALT), Cronos (CRO), Harmony (ONE), and Litecoin (LTC) among the related crypto assets being watched. Spot gold (XAU_SPOT) is included as a related market reference. The report does not provide a confirmed crossover, price target, or forecast for XRP. Instead, it flags the possibility of the technical signal and the broader shift in attention toward alternative cryptocurrencies. The outlook was published on Sept. 18, 2026, at 11:15 UTC+03:30.