XRP News Today: Ripple SEC Case Resolved XRP Eyes 50% Surge in August

Ripple’s XRP has seen renewed investor optimism following the settlement of its long-standing legal dispute with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). On July 30, 2025, Ripple agreed to pay a $125 million fine to resolve the case, effectively removing a major legal overhang and providing much-needed regulatory clarity for XRP [1]. The resolution was widely viewed as a victory for Ripple and its supporters, with the outcome potentially paving the way for broader institutional adoption [1].

Vincent Van Code, a prominent figure in the XRP community, has predicted a significant price rally by mid-August 2025, provided the SEC formally dismisses its appeal [6]. This forecast is based on the assumption that institutional and business activity will resume once legal uncertainties are resolved. Van Code highlights the potential for 1,700 companies currently bound by non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to become active participants, which could further boost XRP’s market activity [6].

The anticipated legal dismissal is seen as a potential catalyst for renewed market momentum. Analysts have noted that XRP has already demonstrated signs of consolidation near the $3.14 level following the settlement, having previously broken above a key resistance level at $3.08 [3]. If the SEC officially drops its appeal, technical indicators suggest a possible price breakout to $5 or higher [5]. This expectation is supported by historical precedents, as both Bitcoin and Ethereum experienced similar price surges after resolving major regulatory hurdles [2].

Moreover, the broader crypto market is closely monitoring developments, as XRP holds significant open interest and trading volume. A report from June 18, 2025, noted that XRP surged to $2.45 amid rumors of the SEC potentially halting its lawsuits against Ripple and Coinbase, signaling growing regulatory clarity in the sector [4]. Analysts from FXLeaders have also pointed to the potential for a 50% price increase in August if the appeal is dismissed, with hidden partnerships and possible ETF approvals cited as key drivers [7].

Despite the positive outlook, the regulatory landscape remains fluid. While Ripple has shown willingness to conclude the litigation, the final decision rests with the SEC [9]. The company has already demonstrated this intent by dropping its cross-appeal and paying the fine, but the outcome of the SEC’s next steps remains uncertain [9].

As the crypto market awaits further regulatory developments, XRP appears well-positioned for a potential rally. The resolution of the SEC case has already helped restore investor confidence, reducing the prolonged uncertainty that had previously weighed on the asset [2]. However, like all crypto assets, XRP remains subject to broader market conditions and potential regulatory changes.

[1] https://www.fool.com/investing/2025/07/30/xrp-ripple-did-it-hasnt-done-2018-foreshadow-move/

[2] https://www.aol.com/first-bitcoin-then-ethereum-ripples-070600244.html

[3] https://tradersunion.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/show/407911-xrp-price-prediction/

[4] https://coinfomania.com/sec-may-drop-ripple-coinbase-lawsuits-xrp-rally/

[5] https://coinpedia.org/price-analysis/xrp-breakout-ahead-technical-outlook-suggests-5-as-initial-bullish-target/

[6] https://coincentral.com/tech-founder-expects-xrp-price-surge-if-sec-drops-ripple-appeal-soon/

[7] https://www.fxleaders.com/news/2025/07/30/xrp-price-could-surge-50-in-august-if-sec-drops-ripple-appeal/

[9] https://bravenewcoin.com/insights/xrp-news-today-ripple-price-eyes-breakout-from-double-bottom-while-u-s-crypto-policy-report-nears-release