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CryptoMedium•24 May 2026•

1 min read

AI Tokens Surge as NEAR Leads Gains and XRP ETFs Hit Record Inflows

Key Facts

1NEAR Protocol recorded a remarkable 26.52% price increase over a 24-hour period, positioning it as the leading performer in the AI sector.

2Hyperliquid's native token HYPE pushed beyond $63, establishing a fresh all-time high.

In a move reflecting renewed momentum in the AI-linked cryptocurrency sector, NEAR Protocol recorded a remarkable 26.52% price increase over a 24-hour period, positioning it as the leading performer in the segment. Simultaneously, Hyperliquid's native token HYPE established a fresh all-time high by pushing beyond $63. Alongside this performance, XRP ETFs recorded their largest capital inflow of 2026, attracting $116.74 million.

This recovery comes as institutional data shows growing interest in altcoins, with NEAR's gains outperforming AI sector peers such as Render (RNDR) and Fetch.ai (FET) per market data. Analysts suggest that regulatory progress stemming from the Clarity Act has bolstered confidence in XRP, driving weekly ETF inflows to levels exceeding those seen in the first quarter of the year.

Looking ahead, Bitcoin (BTC) has stabilized within the $77,000-$78,000 range (close May 24, 2026), potentially paving the way for further liquidity rotation into altcoins. Traders are monitoring upcoming catalysts including Canada's inflation data and the RBA meeting minutes on May 19, 2026, which may influence global risk appetite across digital asset markets.