I actually have been looking at the price of bitcoin although I didn't mention it in this video, thanks for the links to the sites :)

Before buying into an altcoin I do my research and discuss it. And it isn't difficult so see that bitcoin is on a harsh downtrend right now.

I got into ripple for several reasons -
-One because it was cheap and I am looking to grow my investment with a altcoin that I feel has exponential potential in the near future.
-Two because of the banks and Amex
-Three because of the recent transaction fees/times of bitcoin I feel that ripple is a great alternative.

So, maybe it was a mix. I woke up to some more nice profits this morning, I guess we shall see what ripple has in store for us.