XRP News Today: Ripple vs SEC Case Ends as Both Sides Drop Appeals but Legal Risks Linger

The prolonged legal battle between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially concluded following a joint motion to dismiss all appeals, filed by both parties on August 7, 2025. This landmark case, which began in December 2020 and spanned nearly five years, accused Ripple of conducting an unregistered securities offering through the sale of XRP. The ruling, initially delivered in July 2023 by Judge Analisa Torres, determined that XRP is not a security when traded on secondary markets, but could still be classified as such in institutional sales. The final settlement addressed monetary penalties and led to both parties abandoning further legal action, effectively ending the dispute [1].

Fred Rispoli, a well-known legal expert in the crypto space, has warned that despite the case’s conclusion, it may not be entirely resolved. In a post on X, Rispoli noted that the case could be reactivated under two key scenarios. The first involves a future U.S. administration adopting a hostile stance toward digital assets and potentially reopening the case or launching new enforcement actions. The second condition stems from the current lack of comprehensive crypto legislation in Congress. Without a clear legal framework, regulatory uncertainty persists, allowing federal agencies like the SEC and CFTC to assert overlapping authority. This environment invites potential legal challenges and policy instability [1].

Rispoli’s analysis underscores the fragility of the current regulatory landscape. Political shifts and the absence of a unified legislative approach leave the crypto industry vulnerable to inconsistent enforcement and policy-driven changes. His remarks highlight the broader implications for the sector, where companies may still face legal exposure despite favorable court rulings. For Ripple and the XRP community, the closure of the case is a relief, but the risk of future intervention remains significant unless legislative clarity is achieved [1].

The dismissal of appeals provides a degree of certainty for XRP and opens the door for greater institutional adoption. However, as Rispoli emphasized, the long-term stability of the crypto industry depends on consistent regulatory policies and political will. Until these factors align, the potential for renewed legal action persists, and the Ripple case remains a symbol of the broader struggle for regulatory clarity in the digital asset space [1].

Source: [1] Legal Expert: These Two Conditions Could Reactivate Ripple (XRP) vs SEC Case — Times Tabloid (https://timestabloid.com/legal-expert-these-two-conditions-could-reactivate-ripple-xrp-vs-sec-case/)