• SEC appeals a favorable ruling for Ripple, intensifying the legal battle.  
  • Speculations about a potential settlement create uncertainty within the crypto community.  
  • The case will likely reshape cryptocurrency regulation, impacting XRP and future legal precedents.

The legal clash between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) just intensified. Recently, the SEC filed a notice of appeal to challenge Judge Analisa Torres’ July 13, 2023, ruling, which primarily favored Ripple. 

While this development has created uncertainty in the crypto community, it has also opened the door for a possible settlement between Ripple and the SEC.

🚨JUST IN: $XRP The SEC filed a notice of appeal rather than a formal appeal. This means that while they have indicated their intention to appeal Judge Torres' decision, they still have the option to reach a settlement with Ripple before the formal appeal is filed.

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Potential Settlement Looms

The notice of appeal filed by the Securities and Exchange Commission highlights the organization’s desire to pursue this case further. Yet, this step leaves room for a settlement within the 14-day window following the notice. 

The SEC’s appeal has been filed as “Securities and Exchange Commission v. Ripple Labs Inc.”, holding docket number 24-2648 in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. Ripple executives Brad Garlinghouse and Chris Larsen have been named as appellees. 

The dynamics of this case keep changing. Despite this formal appeal, no timeline for hearings has emerged. Speculation swirls in the crypto community about the SEC’s motives. 

Historically, the agency struggled to prove claims against Ripple’s top executives. Some observers believe this renewed focus could indicate an effort to revisit past details and potentially target claims dismissed earlier.

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Ex-SEC lawyer Marc Fagel suggests that the agency may reconsider prior rulings. Frustration grows among industry advocates, especially since Brad Garlinghouse no longer faces direct involvement in the lawsuit. The SEC withdrew a case against him previously, raising questions about the agency’s current strategy.

Navigating the Uncertainty

On a recent episode of the “Thinking Crypto podcast , attorney Fred Rispoli discussed the odds of the SEC winning against Ripple. He believes Ripple has strong defenses. 

However, he warns that success may depend on the panel assigned to the case. Rispoli cautioned that the panel tends to side with the government, meaning the SEC’s chances of winning are high. 

With future outcomes uncertain, the XRP community must prepare for any potential developments. The stakes remain high, and this case could reshape the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies.

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