XRP Approaches Major Turn in Ripple v. SEC Lawsuit as Delay Fears Dismissed
The long-running legal battle between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is approaching a major turning point as the crypto community sees positive signs of a resolution coming to fruition. While some investors have expressed concerns about the possibility of a lengthy delay, a prominent legal expert has spoken out to completely dismiss the doom-and-gloom scenario, boosting optimism for the future of XRP and the broader crypto market.
Attorney Bill Morgan Reassures Community
On June 22, attorney Bill Morgan, one of the most influential voices in the crypto legal community, shared his opinion on the X platform (formerly Twitter), refuting the idea that the Ripple v. SEC lawsuit is a “failure.” The SEC could extend the case to 2026, he said, calling the prediction “unfounded” and inconsistent with the current legal process.
Morgan explained that unless U.S. District Judge Analisa Torres unexpectedly denies the latest amended motion and rejects the settlements that both parties have agreed to, a lengthy appeals process is unlikely. On the contrary, the case is moving toward a reasonable resolution and could soon come to a conclusion if the motion is granted.
New Motion and Next Legal Steps
On June 12, Ripple and the SEC jointly filed an amended motion, proposing to reduce the civil penalty from $125 million to $50 million. They also proposed to remove the ban on Ripple selling XRP to institutions, citing “exceptional circumstances” under Rule 60(b)(6) to correct procedural errors in the original motion.
If Judge Torres grants the motion, the case could end in a few months with a mutually acceptable settlement. However, if the motion is denied, the possibility of an appeal by one or both parties would restart the proceedings and significantly extend the time to resolution.
However, according to Morgan, such an outcome is not only unrealistic but also unreasonable given the parties have worked together to find a final solution. Current signals suggest that both Ripple and the SEC are moving toward a settlement, rather than continuing the confrontation.
Impact on the Community and Trust in XRP
The crypto community is closely watching the developments in the case, as it is not just a legal dispute but also an important test of how US regulators approach the digital asset market. If Ripple wins a favorable settlement, it would be a major step toward establishing that XRP is not a security, a central argument in the debate that has been going on since 2020.
Many believe that a victory, or at least a favorable settlement, would not only pave the way for XRP to operate freely, but would also set an important legal precedent for a host of other tokens on the market. This would give institutional investors and traditional businesses more confidence in approaching blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.
Ripple’s Strategic Vision
Amid the regulatory turmoil, Ripple continues to assert its long-term vision. CEO Brad Garlinghouse recently stated that XRP has the potential to account for up to 14% of global cross-border payment volume currently handled by SWIFT. This underscores Ripple’s commitment to promoting XRP as a liquidity tool to replace slow and inefficient traditional financial systems.
With the legal settlement now in the works, Ripple could accelerate its partnerships with financial institutions, expand its global payments network, and put XRP back at the center of the digital financial revolution.
Conclusion
The Ripple v. SEC case may be coming to a close after nearly five years of litigation, and concerns about a delay to 2026 have been dismissed by respected legal experts. This opens up new opportunities for XRP and the broader crypto community, especially in a market hungry for regulatory clarity. If things go as expected, XRP could not only escape the shadow of legal litigation, but also reposition itself as an efficient and reliable global liquidity solution in the new digital economy.