{"content":"Why the Ripple vs. SEC Lawsuit Could Finally End in 2025 The long-running legal battle between Ripple and the U.S. SEC may be nearing its conclusion this year. With settlement talks, appeals, and a potential final resolution, here’s a breakdown of key events and why 2025 could be the year XRP’s fate is decided: 🔹 2024 – SEC Files Appeal in Second Circuit The SEC challenged Judge Analisa Torres’ 2023 ruling, which stated that Ripple’s programmatic sales of $XRP (to retail investors via exchanges) did not violate securities laws. However, the court ruled that institutional sales of $XRP were unregistered securities offerings. 🔹 January 15, 2025 – SEC Files Opening Brief to Overturn 2023 Ruling The SEC argued that all XRP sales (retail & institutional) should be treated as unregistered securities, claiming Ripple’s marketing created "profit expectations." Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty, dismissed the SEC’s arguments, suggesting they might be dropped under a new administration (post-2024 U.S. elections). 🔹 March 19, 2025 – SEC Drops Appeal Against Ripple In a major shift, the SEC withdrew its appeal, signaling a potential softening stance under new leadership. Ripple’s programmatic sales victory stood, but the company still had to pay a $125 million fine for institutional sales violations. 🔹 May 8, 2025 – $50 Million Settlement Finalized After negotiations, Ripple and the SEC agreed to a reduced $50 million settlement, closing the case. Both parties sought court approval to: Lift the ban on XRP sales (previously restricted for institutional buyers). Release the $125 million penalty held in escrow. If the court approves the settlement terms, XRP could see renewed institutional interest and exchange relistings. A final resolution would remove legal uncertainty, potentially boosting XRP’s market performance. XRP’s market reaction — will it regain its 2021 highs? $XRP {future}(XRPUSDT)","images":["https://d2kdcqywr8ua22.cloudfront.net/uploadfile/article/blog/2025052025/05/19/2bcda5805f3242639847f292b913382d.png"],"tags":[],"tradingPairs":["XRP/USDT"],"quotearticleid":0}