Ripple’s Legal Showdown with the SEC
Ripple’s legal showdown with the SEC might be inching toward closure, but the future of XRP’s price isn’t as straightforward as some might hope. An influential voice in the Ripple community has sounded a note of caution for those banking on an instant price explosion after the case wraps up.
In a post that stirred conversation, the crypto commentator behind “All Things XRP” reminded followers that the legal outcome might not deliver the windfall they expect. “If you think XRP is going moon the moment the SEC case OFFICIALLY ends… You’re already late. That’s priced in,” he stated.
Meanwhile, XRP dipped a more modest 0.10% to settle at $2.14, with trading volume declining 6% to $3.75 billion. This underlines a strange paradox—despite growing optimism, price action remains muted. The reasons might go deeper than courtrooms and headlines.
Ripple and SEC Request Appeals Pause
The Ripple vs. SEC case has seen major movement, especially with Ripple and the regulatory body jointly asking the Appeals Court to hold appeals in “Abeyance.” Under the Trump administration, regulatory shifts are expected, but that hasn’t pushed XRP into breakout territory just yet.
The Ripple community remains divided. Some anticipate a short-term bump following the legal victory. Others align with All Things XRP, arguing that only real-world usage and expanded partnerships will ensure sustainable growth. “That’s where the action will be,” he wrote, urging the community to shift its focus beyond the court decision.
One curious XRP holder brought up a key question—if the coin once soared to $3.40, why can’t it cross $2.20 now? The influencer responded without flinching: “There are other factors at play,” implying that macroeconomic conditions and overall market sentiment play a critical role in price movements.
Institutional Backing Grows but Not Enough
Interestingly, XRP has seen tailwinds from institutional moves. The recently launched Teucrium XRP ETF marked five straight days of capital inflows through last Friday, suggesting steady investor interest. That’s not nothing, especially in a choppy market.
Still, the ETF momentum hasn’t translated into a price rally. Even with legal progress and institutional demand, XRP remains stuck below prior highs. Many observers now believe that utility, rather than litigation, will drive long-term valuation.
One user named XRP Moon Shot pointed out that true price growth hinges on “ETFs and real-world use cases.” All Things XRP didn’t dispute that and called the statement a “fair call,” reinforcing the growing belief that technology adoption, not legal wins, is the key.
Despite the current drag, future price targets offer a glimmer of optimism. Standard Chartered recently pegged XRP’s value at $5.50 by the end of 2025. The projection factored in lawsuit resolution, product rollouts, and increasing enterprise use as core growth drivers.