The long legal conflict between Ripple and the SEC has concluded, opening new opportunities for the company and its XRP token.
Conclusion of Ripple vs SEC Case
The legal dispute between Ripple and the SEC officially came to an end on August 7, 2025, after nearly five years of litigation. Both parties filed a joint dismissal, closing the case that began in December 2020. A significant factor was the SEC's internal vote, where the majority of commissioners supported shutting the case down. Judge Analisa Torres had previously ruled that XRP is not a security when used in retail transactions. Ripple agreed to pay a reduced penalty of $50 million, down from the initially requested $125 million.
XRP ETF Prospects
With the legal battles concluded, expectations for an XRP ETF on the U.S. market surged. Prediction market Polymarket recorded an increase in ETF probability from 67% to 88%. ETF expert Nate Geraci noted that the legal clarity might soon enable BlackRock to launch an XRP ETF, stating it would be illogical for BlackRock to limit itself to only Bitcoin and Ethereum funds.
XRP Prices and Market Analysis
The market reacted to the legal clearance with an 11.52% rise in XRP's price over 24 hours, reaching $3.34. Technical analysts emphasize the $3.33 level as crucial for support. Holding this level could trigger further movements up to the $5 mark. Analyst CW pointed out that the next resistance level for XRP is $3.65, and breaking above this level could lead to further gains. Optimistic projections suggest XRP could reach $30 by next year, considering BlackRock's influence.
The conclusion of the Ripple vs SEC case has opened new opportunities for the company and its token. The growing interest in XRP ETFs and the rise in the token's price underscore the importance of legal clarity for the future development of the crypto industry.
