XRP News Today: SEC Withdraws Ripple Appeal, XRP Rises 12% as Bad Actor Ban Lifted

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has taken another step back in its long-running legal dispute with Ripple, marking a pivotal development for the company and its XRP token. The SEC has officially withdrawn its appeal following a favorable court ruling and a final judgment issued by Judge Torres, effectively concluding the case [1]. This decision removes the regulatory roadblock that had limited Ripple’s ability to engage in private fundraising and signals a shift in how the SEC may handle similar cases in the future.

The key turning point was the SEC’s approval of a waiver allowing Ripple to bypass Rule 506(d) disqualification under the Securities Act. This provision had previously labeled Ripple as a “bad actor,” preventing the company from using investor exemptions under Regulation D [1]. The waiver, effective August 8, 2025, grants Ripple the legal ability to raise capital from accredited investors, an essential tool for institutional growth and long-term business strategy [1]. Ripple’s leadership has emphasized that this development is crucial for expanding its institutional market presence and advancing its national bank charter application [2].

The market has responded positively, with XRP seeing a 12% price increase shortly after the settlement was announced [5]. While the token later experienced a 5% pullback in late July, the overall trajectory reflects renewed investor confidence [5]. Analysts suggest that Ripple’s ability to sustain this momentum will depend on its capacity to continue developing core infrastructure and institutional offerings [1]. The resolution also has broader implications, as it may serve as a precedent for other crypto firms facing similar regulatory scrutiny [3].

The SEC’s decision to withdraw its appeal and grant the waiver indicates a more flexible regulatory approach for compliant entities operating in the crypto space [1]. This shift may encourage more institutional participation and corporate adoption of XRP, as evidenced by recent reports of public companies adding the token to their reserves [2]. The case’s resolution underscores the importance of legal clarity in shaping market sentiment and regulatory outcomes, with Ripple’s experience offering a potential blueprint for other companies navigating the evolving crypto landscape [3].

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[1] Ripple Scores Major Win as SEC Lifts “Bad Actor” Ban

https://coinpedia.org/news/ripple-scores-major-win-as-sec-lifts-bad-actor-ban/

[2] Bill Morgan Reveals More Public Companies Adding XRP to Their Reserves

https://coinpedia.org/news/bill-morgan-reveals-more-public-companies-adding-xrp-to-their-reserves/

[3] Ripple Flamed By Caitlin Long: 'XRP Is Doomed, Banks ...

https://www.mitrade.com/insights/news/live-news/article-3-1018040-20250807

[5] Ethereum (ETH) Exceeds 4100 USDT with 6.43% Gain

https://m.economictimes.com/crypto-news-today-live-09-aug-2025/liveblog/123195194.cms