XRP News Today: SEC Delays XRP ETF Decisions Until October 2025

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced that it will not make final decisions on two XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications until late October 2025 [1]. The affected proposals come from 21Shares and CoinShares, both of which are seeking regulatory approval for their XRP-focused products. CoinShares' application, targeting a Nasdaq listing, is now scheduled for a decision by October 23, while 21Shares’ Core XRP Trust, which would trade on the Cboe BZX Exchange, is set for a final determination by October 19 [1]. The SEC had previously delayed decisions on these applications in May and June of 2025, adding to the uncertainty for XRP investors and the broader market [2].

The extended timeline has been met with mixed reactions. Many in the XRP community view the delay as a strategic move by the SEC to manage market expectations rather than an outright rejection of the ETFs [1]. X Finance Bull, a prominent voice on social media, argues that the SEC is using the delay to suppress the price of XRP in the short term, potentially allowing its members to accumulate the asset at a discount before approval leads to a price surge [1]. His analysis aligns with the perspective of some market observers who believe the SEC is unable to prevent the approval of XRP ETFs and is instead attempting to control the narrative around their timing [1].

Bloomberg recently increased the probability of XRP ETF approval to 95%, reinforcing the belief among supporters that regulatory clearance is inevitable [1]. Despite a recent 1.33% decline in XRP’s price to $0.306, many investors remain bullish, with X Finance Bull setting a price target of $1,000 for the token [1]. The idea of using the current dip as an accumulation opportunity has gained traction within the XRP community, with many planning to add to their holdings during this period of regulatory uncertainty [1].

The broader implications of the SEC's delay extend beyond XRP. The extended decision timeline for XRP ETFs also includes applications for other altcoin products, highlighting a more cautious regulatory approach to cryptocurrency innovation [6]. This environment of prolonged regulatory review has led to mixed sentiment among investors, with some viewing the delay as a temporary setback and others as a sign of deeper regulatory challenges [2].

For now, the XRP community remains watchful, with many interpreting the SEC's actions as a sign that approval is still on the horizon. The coming months will be critical in determining whether XRP can achieve broader acceptance within the traditional financial system.

Source:

[1] TimesTabloid, [https://timestabloid.com/sec-latest-decision-shocks-xrp-army/](https://timestabloid.com/sec-latest-decision-shocks-xrp-army/)

[2] TimesTabloid, [https://timestabloid.com/sec-delays-decision-on-grayscale-spot-xrp-etf-heres-new-timeline/](https://timestabloid.com/sec-delays-decision-on-grayscale-spot-xrp-etf-heres-new-timeline/)

[6] CoinCentral, [https://coincentral.com/trump-sparks-300k-btc-price-predictions-while-this-payfi-coin-goes-parabolic-in-august/](https://coincentral.com/trump-sparks-300k-btc-price-predictions-while-this-payfi-coin-goes-parabolic-in-august/)