Ripple Labs and Coinbase have cited a recent court ruling involving Binance in support of their legal battles with the SEC. The Binance case has prompted discussions on the need for enhanced regulatory standards by both companies after certain claims against Binance were dismissed by Judge Amy Berman Jackson of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. Despite denying most of Binance's motion, Judge Jackson excluded allegations regarding secondary sales of Balance Coin (BNB) as securities and emphasized the importance of following an American Legal Model.

Coinbase, appealing to the Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, utilized the Binance judgment to advocate for clearer regulatory guidelines on digital assets. Similarly, Ripple Labs introduced additional legal references in their case to emphasize the importance of defining the legal status of various XRP token sales. Coinbase disputes accusations of operating as an unregistered securities exchange, while Ripple is embroiled in a prolonged legal dispute with the SEC over the classification of XRP tokens.

The cryptocurrency sector eagerly anticipates the outcomes of these cases, especially with a forthcoming scheduling conference regarding the SEC's lawsuit against Binance in July. Resolutions in these disputes could influence the SEC to push for more transparent and consistent regulatory frameworks, aligning with the objectives of Ripple and Coinbase. The industry's quest for stability and regulatory clarity is evident amidst these evolving legal proceedings.