Ripple vs SEC Case Concludes with Final Appeal Dropped

The long-standing case between Ripple and the SEC concluded in March 2025 with the SEC dropping its final appeal.

The conclusion frees XRP from regulatory uncertainty, boosting investor confidence and potentially opening doors for an XRP ETF.

SEC Ends Lawsuit, Ripple Case Closed

The Securities and Exchange Commission officially ended its lawsuit against Ripple Labs after withdrawing its final appeal in March 2025, successfully concluding years of legal confrontation.

The case, characterized by Ripple’s leadership in crypto regulation efforts, saw CEO Brad Garlinghouse and Executive Chairman Chris Larsen playing pivotal roles. Stuart Alderoty, Chief Legal Officer, Ripple, confirmed, “The U.S. SEC has officially dropped all crypto-related lawsuits, including its long-standing case against Ripple. The final appeal was withdrawn in March 2025, putting an end to years of legal battles.”

XRP Market Prospects Rise Post-Case Closure

The resolution enhances Ripple’s prospects, removing uncertainty for its native token, XRP. Market analysts suggest new capital inflows and possible institutional adoption following this legal closure. Recent discussions have indicated bullish sentiment for XRP and optimism for potential ETF approval.

With the lawsuit resolved, attention turns to potential developments such as an 85% chance of an XRP ETF approval, which could further energize the market.

Ripple’s Legal Victory Sets New Precedent

Similar cases like SEC vs. Telegram ended unfavorably for the firms, yet Ripple’s resolution sets a new precedent towards constructive regulatory engagements.

Past settlements inform potential outcomes, suggesting that clearer market rules could steer positive shifts in crypto regulations following Ripple’s case. The Ripple vs SEC case is already officially over as of March 2025 with the SEC’s final appeal dropped.