Ripple Labs has concluded its legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) by paying a $125 million penalty. This settlement affirms XRP's status as 'not a security', allowing the company to focus on further development.
Ripple's Settlement with SEC
Ripple announced the conclusion of its lawsuit with the SEC by accepting the $125 million penalty. CEO Brad Garlinghouse stated via social media, 'We’re closing this chapter once and for all.' Both parties dropped their respective appeals, finalizing the legal proceedings.
XRP's Status Post-Lawsuit
As per CoinMarketCap, XRP's market cap stood at $129.59 billion as of June 28, 2025. Recent trading volume has decreased, whereas XRP saw a 4.02% price increase in 24 hours. The end of the lawsuit was recognized as a key factor for this modest rise.
Ripple's Future Prospects
The conclusion of the case creates a precedent for greater clarity in the regulation of digital assets in the U.S. Research indicates that Ripple stands to benefit long-term from the closure of this lawsuit, which may foster growth in the digital asset markets.
The conclusion of the SEC lawsuit places Ripple in a stronger position and opens new pathways for development. XRP continues to be a significant player in the digital asset market.
