$XRP The recent post from Solana $SOL featuring only the number “589” has caught the attention of individuals in the crypto space. The post did not explain, however, the significance behind the number is widely recognized in XRP circles.
Because of this, many observers saw the update as a deliberate and direct move. The simplicity of the message made it more notable, especially given the recent discussions involving both networks.
👉Why '589' Matters
The number 589 has a long-standing association with a viral XRP meme. It originates from a fabricated image designed to resemble a scene from The Simpsons, predicting that XRP would reach $589 by the end of the year.
The scene never existed in the show, but the meme spread widely and became a symbol of extremely bullish expectations within parts of the XRP community. It later inspired a meme coin called XRP589, but it has never been considered a true prediction.
By publishing the number without comment, Solana linked itself to this cultural reference. Many readers interpreted it as a subtle comment towards XRP holders, particularly given the competitive environment surrounding recent industry developments.
👉Tension between Ecosystems
The publication also follows an exchange in early November. In response to an update from Ripple, community member Jackson Knox stated that Ripple and XRP operate at a much higher level than Solana and Western Union. His message came shortly after Western Union chose Solana for a new initiative instead of selecting XRP. The comment quickly gained attention, leading Solana's official account to respond that the projects 'are not on the same level.'
Solana backed that claim by referencing strong institutional support from global financial leaders. Sandy Kaul, Head of Digital Assets Strategy at Franklin Templeton, recently described Solana as a modern, unified digital infrastructure that provides investors with uninterrupted access to new asset classes.
Jenny Johnson, the CEO of the firm, also referred to Solana as one of the first chains built with institutional needs in mind. Solana has used these endorsements to strengthen its positioning in the tokenization space.
👉Community Reactions to the New Publication
After Solana published '589,' the reactions were immediate. X Finance Bull suggested that a collaboration between Solana and XRP could still happen and claimed it could become one of the significant developments in the coming months. Another user, John Squire, commented on the timing of the publication and hinted that Solana launched the message with intention.
Although Solana's publication was brief, the recent exchanges between both communities and the symbolic significance of the number make it seem like a subtle attack on XRP, especially given the ongoing rivalry and discussion between the two ecosystems.
