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The legal showdown between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) took another unexpected twist on April 3, 2025. As both parties seemed to be on the verge of a settlement, a surprising new court filing from a controversial figure has drawn attention back to the ongoing case. Let’s break down what’s…
Ripple (XRP) has unexpectedly emerged as the worst-performing cryptocurrency among the top 20, even as the broader market faces a correction. Despite a major legal win, XRP’s price has plunged sharply, leaving investors questioning its future. Ripple Price Collapse: A Sell-the-News Event? XRP saw a significant price surge to $2.6 on March 19 when Ripple…
The Ripple market is teetering on the edge as technical indicators and macroeconomic factors hint at a possible 40% decline. With a descending triangle pattern forming and economic shifts like new U.S. tariffs adding uncertainty, traders are bracing for potential turbulence. Ripple’s Bearish Case: Descending Triangle Formation Technical analysis suggests that XRP is currently locked…
XRP has been holding steady this week, trading at $2.40, despite a major statement from Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse about the company’s ambitious plans to rival SWIFT. With XRP up 28% from its monthly lows, investors are closely watching whether the token can surge past $5. Ripple vs. SWIFT: A Battle for Global Transactions In…
The long-awaited conclusion of Ripple’s legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has left many XRP investors scratching their heads. Despite the lawsuit’s resolution, XRP has failed to deliver the explosive price surge that many anticipated. So, what happened? Market Anticipation Priced in the Win The SEC’s withdrawal of its appeal officially…
The classification of XRP continues to be a hot topic in the cryptocurrency world. Recently, Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO), David Schwartz, weighed in on the ongoing debate, arguing that XRP should be considered a commodity rather than a security. His statement comes amid growing scrutiny over the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) regulatory…
The long-standing legal battle between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is approaching a resolution. However, one critical issue remains unresolved—the permanent injunction preventing Ripple from selling XRP to institutional investors. The Final Hurdles in the Case According to journalist Eleanor Terrett, the only remaining obstacles are a $125 million penalty and…
In a move that has caught the crypto industry off guard, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced it will no longer require cryptocurrency firms to register as trading systems. This shift suggests a potential softening of its historically aggressive stance on crypto regulation. Crypto analyst Zach Rector reacted to the news with…
PayPal plans to expand its stablecoin, PYUSD, to more products this year. Millions of merchants will soon access PYUSD through PayPal’s bill-pay service. This move aims to boost the utility of its digital currency in everyday transactions. But not everyone is impressed. XRP President Monica Long responded with a sharp remark, saying the development “sounds…
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has scheduled a closed-door Sunshine Act Meeting for February 27, 2025. This has ignited speculation in the crypto community, especially since XRP is directly mentioned in related documents. According to publicly available information, the meeting will focus on enforcement proceedings, including the institution and settlement of injunctive actions…