The number 2 and 3 spots in the cryptocurrency markets have swapped positions twice already today with both Ripple and Ethereum showing exceptional strength on a day. The dramatic XRP price surge earlier this week was prompted by announcements of the xRapid payment system launch. On the other hand, ETH price increase is a strong 22%, but there is no indication why Ether has responded to the XRP price move with its own forceful rebound.