After three long years of legal back-and-forth, the Ripple vs. SEC trial has finally begun. Here’s what you need to know:


TL;DR

    The legal spat between Ripple and the SEC has progressed to trial, with analysts predicting a win for the company due to previous positive court developments.
    Some expect an XRP bull run if the firm emerges victorious, though a final resolution may be delayed in the following years.

An Eventful Week

After exchanging gunfire in a drawn-out legal dispute for more than three years, the courtroom confrontation between Ripple and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has commenced.

Recall that the lawsuit’s start was in December 2020 when the watchdog accused the company of illegally raising more than $1.3 billion in an unregistered securities offering. Ripple opposed the claims, arguing that its native token should not be classified as such investment, thus not falling under the jurisdiction of the agency.

As a crypto investor following the developments between the SEC and Ripple, I’m keeping an eye on the ongoing trial. Recently, Magistrate Judge Sarah Netburn issued a new scheduling order that requires the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to file its response to Ripple’s motion for remedies and entry of final judgment today, April 29. I expect the SEC to comply with this requirement. Meanwhile, Ripple has been given three business days, until May 3, to submit their reply.

Many industry players considered Judge Netburn’s participation a good sign for Ripple’s potential victory in the ongoing case, given her historically favorable view of XRP. Approximately three years ago, she expressed the opinion that Ripple’s native cryptocurrency possesses unique functionalities that distinguish it from Bitcoin and Ether.

Possible Impact on XRP

The cost of XRP responded favorably to each of the three court rulings in Ripple’s favor throughout 2023. Several analysts anticipate a significant rally if Ripple prevails in the upcoming trial, potentially leading to a bull market for XRP. For those interested in learning more about the lawsuit and its potential impact on XRP’s value, please refer to our detailed video below.

Keep in mind that the beginning of a trial doesn’t automatically imply that a definitive settlement is right at hand.

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2024-04-29 12:04