After years of courtroom battles and legal uncertainty, Ripple has finally reached a settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, signaling the end of one of crypto’s longest-running disputes.
The outcome could be a turning point for XRP, as the token sheds regulatory baggage and reenters the market with renewed momentum.
According to recent filings, Ripple will pay $50 million of a previously proposed $125 million penalty. The remaining funds, which had been held in escrow, are expected to be released back to the company—provided the court agrees to lift the long-standing injunction.
The agreement also includes a halt to any further appeals from either side, effectively closing the case.
The resolution opens new doors for XRP. With regulatory pressure finally easing, Ripple is doubling down on its global ambitions, including initiatives tied to ETFs and stablecoin infrastructure. Market watchers see the settlement as a catalyst that could drive XRP back into the spotlight—especially as institutional interest continues to rise.
Speculation around price targets is heating up. Analysts suggest XRP could initially test the $3 to $4 range in a relief-driven rally, with further gains possible if broader adoption follows. Under ideal conditions—including new partnerships and ETF traction—some bullish forecasts even stretch toward $10 over the long term.
Whether it hits those highs remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: XRP now has a cleaner runway to explore what’s next.
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