Ripple and SEC May Withdraw Appeals in XRP Case

The legal standoff between Ripple Labs, Inc. and the U.S. SEC may conclude without appeals, as hinted by legal experts. This development concerns the ruling by Judge Analisa Torres in New York.

The event significantly influences the legal framework for digital assets, with the potential reduction of civil penalties. Market observers await further regulatory guidance.

The ongoing legal case involves Ripple Labs, Inc., represented primarily by CEO Brad Garlinghouse, against the SEC. Judge Analisa Torres’s ruling in July 2023 suggests that XRP is not a security in secondary market sales, which remains unaffected by this potential settlement.

An eventual settlement may involve reducing the initial $125 million penalty to $50 million. Both entities agree on maintaining the substantive judgment while negotiating the case’s financial terms.

XRP’s market reacted with short-term price dips, reflecting potential changes in Ripple’s financial standing. The fintech industry watches for ripple effects on regulatory clarity. KOLs like Bill Morgan highlight that existing rulings will not be altered, focusing instead on resolving injunctive terms. As the August 2025 deadline for SEC status approaches, optimism for a settlement remains.

“In fact the parties have agreed that the substantive summary judgment ruling made by Judge Torres in July 2023 will remain in place and will not be vacated, amended or modified.” – Bill Morgan, Legal Expert

Financial outcomes might shift as regulatory clarity could attract renewed institutional interest. Eleanor Terrett discusses financial updates in this tweet.

Historical precedents suggest a positive trajectory for XRP and the broader digital assets market.