Ripple Fails to Respond to Senate RFI on Digital Asset Market Structure Bill

Ripple, one of the most prominent names in the digital asset space, remains silent as of August 5, 2025, on the U.S. Senate Banking Committee’s request for information (RFI) regarding the Digital Asset Market Structure Bill. The RFI, aimed at gathering industry input to inform future regulatory frameworks, has yet to receive a formal response from the company, despite the deadline passing [1].

The absence of Ripple’s feedback has sparked speculation about its stance on the proposed legislation and potential regulatory shifts. The RFI, led by Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott, is a significant step toward developing clearer oversight for the digital asset market. Ripple’s involvement could influence the direction of future rules, particularly as it has been a vocal advocate for industry-friendly regulatory approaches [1].

The broader crypto industry is closely watching how Ripple, or any major player, engages with the RFI process. Market analysts suggest that Ripple’s position could shape not only regulatory expectations but also trading strategies and compliance standards across the sector [1]. Without Ripple’s official input, stakeholders remain uncertain about how upcoming policies might affect operations and market behavior.

Ripple’s silence also raises questions about its legal strategy, particularly in the context of its ongoing lawsuit with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The company’s Chief Legal Officer recently expressed optimism about recent policy developments and the possibility of resolving the case [1]. This shift in tone may indicate a broader effort to align with legislative and regulatory trends.

Meanwhile, the U.S. government continues to advance crypto-related legislation. The recent signing of the GENIUS Act by President Donald Trump has been welcomed as a positive development for the industry, particularly for firms involved in stablecoins and cross-border payments [5]. The CFTC has also proposed new rules that could bring crypto trading to federal exchanges, with public comments due by August 18 [2]. These developments signal a growing institutional interest in legitimizing and integrating crypto into traditional financial systems.

As the Senate continues its review of the CLARITY Act, Ripple’s strategic engagement with regulators may reflect its intent to shape a favorable environment for its business. The outcome of these legislative and legal efforts will likely have long-term consequences for Ripple and the broader crypto market.

[1] Ripple CLO Commends SEC Chief Ahead of August 15th

https://coingape.com/ripple-clo-commends-sec-chief-ahead-of-august-15th-status-report-deadline-is-xrp-lawsuit-finally-ending/

[2] CFTC Moves to Bring Crypto Trading to Federal Exchanges

https://coincentral.com/cftc-moves-to-bring-crypto-trading-to-federal-exchanges/

[5] Crypto-linked stocks advance after Trump signs stablecoin...

https://www.aol.com/news/crypto-linked-stocks-advance-trump-094207819.html