XRP News Today: Ripple Awaits SEC Appeal Dismissal Vote by August 15

Ripple approaches a potential conclusion to its protracted legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as an internal vote on dismissing the agency’s appeal is anticipated by August 15, 2025 [1]. The decision, once finalized, could have wide-reaching implications for the regulatory treatment of digital assets and reshape the legal and institutional landscape surrounding XRP [2]. The SEC must vote internally to dismiss its appeal before any formal filings are made, according to former SEC Enforcement Official Marc Fagel [3]. Ripple has already placed the agreed $125 million civil penalty into escrow and is awaiting formal resolution from the agency [4].

The outcome of the case could reinforce the 2023 precedent set by Judge Analisa Torres, who ruled that programmatic sales of XRP on exchanges are not securities [5]. Ripple’s leadership has expressed a willingness to collaborate with regulators, with Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty recently praising SEC Chair Paul Atkins for his efforts toward resolution [6]. The company has also submitted detailed feedback to the U.S. Senate on a draft crypto market structure bill, emphasizing the need for clearer boundaries between the SEC and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) [7].

In parallel, Ripple has expanded its institutional presence in South Korea through a partnership with regulated custodian BDACS, which launched XRP institutional custody services [8]. This move aligns with broader regulatory expectations in the Asia-Pacific region and could boost XRP’s adoption among institutional investors [9]. Analysts suggest the resolution of this case will be a pivotal moment for the digital asset industry, potentially setting a precedent for how tokens are classified and regulated in the United States [10].

Legal analysts, including Bill Morgan, have noted the likelihood of the SEC dismissing its appeal before August 15 [11]. The SEC’s recent creation of a Crypto Task Force and its shift toward a more balanced approach have further fueled speculation that the agency is preparing to withdraw its case [12]. While XRP currently trades around $3.045, some analysts predict potential price movements ranging from $2.50 to $5.00 in 2025, with more ambitious forecasts reaching $10, depending on regulatory clarity and institutional adoption [13]. These price projections remain speculative and should not be taken as confirmed market predictions [14].

A successful resolution to the lawsuit could bring much-needed regulatory certainty and foster a more supportive environment for crypto innovation in the U.S. [15]. The legal and institutional developments surrounding Ripple and the SEC continue to be closely watched by the XRP community and broader crypto market.

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[1] Ripple Inches Toward Final Verdict as August 15 Deadline Looms, Brave New Coin, https://bravenewcoin.com/insights/ripple-sec-lawsuit-news-ripple-inches-toward-final-verdict-as-august-15-deadline-looms-and-new-xrp-price-prediction-emerges

[2] Ripple vs. SEC: XRP Lawsuit Update and What Comes Next, Coinpedia, https://coinpedia.org/news/ripple-sec-lawsuit-update-why-the-final-judgment-is-taking-so-long/

[3] Why The XRP Lawsuit Has Gone Silent — What Lawyers Say, Mitrade, https://www.mitrade.com/au/insights/news/live-news/article-3-1013029-20250805

[4] Ripple CLO Commends SEC Chief Ahead of August 15th Status Report Deadline, Coingape, https://coingape.com/ripple-clo-commends-sec-chief-ahead-of-august-15th-status-report-deadline-is-xrp-lawsuit-finally-ending/

[6] XRP News Today: Ripple Nears Legal Closure as SEC Dismissal Looms, AInvest, https://www.ainvest.com/news/xrp-news-today-ripple-nears-legal-closure-sec-dismissal-looms-august-15-2508/

[7] Ripple Appeal With SEC Remains Open Pending Joint Legal Dismissal, CoinCentral, https://coincentral.com/ripple-appeal-with-sec-remains-open-pending-joint-legal-dismissal/

[8] Ripple Awaits SEC Vote on Lawsuit Dismissal, CoinMarketCap, https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/68933efef7fda44c0c6660dd/

[10] XRP News Today: SEC Chair Atkins Fuels Hope for Appeal Withdrawal Vote, FXEmpire, https://www.fxempire.com/forecasts/article/xrp-news-today-sec-chair-atkins-fuels-hope-for-appeal-withdrawal-vote-btc-at-115k-1538775