After four years of legal battles, Ripple has officially settled with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)—marking the final chapter in one of crypto’s most closely watched lawsuits.
Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer (CLO), Stuart Alderoty, confirmed the news on social media, calling it his “last update on the lawsuit ever.”
Breaking Down the Settlement: Ripple Pays Less, SEC Backs Off
Ripple originally filed a cross-appeal to challenge the SEC’s stance that its institutional XRP sales were securities. The ruling had led to a $125 million fine and a court injunction restricting future institutional sales.
Now, under the new agreement:
- Fine reduced from $125M to $50M → Ripple had already deposited the full amount in escrow, meaning $75M will be returned.SEC to lift restrictions on XRP sales → Ripple will regain the ability to conduct institutional sales without the prior legal roadblocks. Awaiting final court approval → The SEC still needs formal sign-off and court processing to wrap things up officially.
SEC to Vote on Dismissal—What Happens Next?
The SEC will discuss the Ripple settlement in a closed meeting tomorrow, where commissioners are expected to vote on dismissing the cross-appeal. If approved, the case will be officially over, bringing an end to one of the most significant regulatory battles in crypto history.
Crypto Community Reacts—What This Means for XRP
The crypto world is buzzing about the settlement, with many praising Ripple for securing a reduced fine and lifting sales restrictions. Some believe this marks a major win for the company, strengthening its position in the market.
Attorney Bill Morgan hinted that Ripple may now restructure its institutional sales strategy to avoid future regulatory scrutiny in the U.S.
Final Thoughts: Is XRP Ready to Fly?
With the legal cloud clearing, Ripple is in a stronger position to focus on growth and adoption. The XRP community will now be watching market reactions and potential new partnerships, as Ripple moves past its regulatory battle and into its next phase.
Is this the moment XRP finally breaks free? Only time will tell.
Anthony Pedro
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