Crypto analyst Ripple Van Winkle has ignited speculation about XRP’s potential surge ahead of Ripple’s upcoming Swell conference. Van Winkle highlights leaked information suggesting major partnerships are in the works, echoing historical trends of price increases before previous Swell events. The analyst emphasizes that Swell is not just a promotional event but often marks the introduction of new corridors, collaborations, and integrations. Past examples like the 2017 surge exceeding 200% and the 2018 event where XRP doubled in value before Bill Clinton was announced as a keynote speaker have set a precedent for significant price movement around Swell. The analyst suggests this year could be one of the most impactful yet, with even greater gains potentially realized if history repeats itself.