XRP News Today: Ripple Urges Balanced Crypto Regulation as XRP Gains 8-10% in Weeks

Ripple Labs has escalated its engagement with U.S. legislators by responding to the U.S. Senate’s Request for Information (RFI) on the Crypto Market Structure Bill. The submission, dated August 7, 2025, outlines the firm’s position on the need for a balanced and clear regulatory framework, particularly in defining the roles of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) [1]. The company argues that the current draft of the bill may lead to confusion rather than clarity, with potentially adverse effects on innovation and compliance in the crypto sector [2].

In its response, Ripple emphasized the importance of distinguishing between different asset types and ensuring that digital assets like XRP, Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL) are not subject to disproportionate regulation [2]. The firm’s Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty, has been vocal on this issue, advocating for a regulatory structure that fosters stability while protecting investors. Ripple’s approach reflects its broader strategy of engaging with policymakers to shape a regulatory environment that supports growth and responsible innovation [1].

The company also called for federal preemption over state-level regulations, particularly in the areas of custody and stablecoins, suggesting that a unified national standard would help to streamline operations and reduce unnecessary complexity [2]. This stance aligns with Ripple’s long-term vision for a more coherent and predictable regulatory landscape that can accommodate the evolving nature of the crypto market.

The legal backdrop to Ripple’s engagement includes ongoing litigation with the SEC, a case that has loomed over the company and the broader XRP ecosystem for years. Recent public comments from Ripple’s CLO have hinted at a possible resolution, particularly with a status report due on August 15, 2025 [3]. These remarks have led to speculation that the lawsuit may be nearing its conclusion, adding another layer of significance to Ripple’s policy advocacy.

Market reactions to Ripple’s Senate involvement have been cautious. While there has been no immediate surge in asset values, XRP has seen a modest price increase of around 8-10% in recent weeks, signaling growing investor confidence [4]. Additionally, more companies are reportedly adding XRP to their balance sheets, suggesting increased institutional recognition of its role in the digital asset space [5].

Ripple’s proactive participation in the regulatory dialogue underscores a strategic effort to influence a framework that balances innovation with investor protection. By engaging directly with the Senate, the company is positioning itself as a key voice in the evolving conversation around crypto regulation, with the potential to shape outcomes that affect not only its own operations but also the broader market.

[1] "Ripple Calls for Clear Crypto Regulation in Senate Bill", AInvest, https://www.ainvest.com/news/ripple-calls-clear-crypto-regulation-senate-bill-2508/

[2] "Ripple Responds to U.S. Senate RFI on Crypto Market Structure Bill", Coinpedia, https://coinpedia.org/news/ripple-responds-to-u-s-senate-crypto-bill-says-xrp-eth-and-sol-could-face-unfair-regulation/

[3] "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/

[4] "SEC Filings Show More Companies Are Adding XRP to Their Balance Sheets", Coinpedia, https://coinpedia.org/news/sec-filings-show-more-companies-are-adding-xrp-to-their-balance-sheets/