The recent statements from U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins regarding the ongoing Ripple (XRP) litigation have injected a wave of optimism into the XRP community.
Echoing SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce’s remarks that the resolution of the prolonged case was “welcome for many reasons,” Atkins emphasized that the agency can now shift its focus from courtroom battles to meaningful policy development.
For years, the SEC had maintained a firm stance against Ripple, alleging that the company engaged in unregistered securities sales through XRP.
However, the agency’s tone is changing, with senior officials advocating for a balanced regulatory framework that both protects investors and supports blockchain innovation.
From Courtroom to Policy Desk
Atkins’ call to “move from the courtroom to the policy drafting table” signals a broader acknowledgment within the SEC of the need for clear digital asset regulations.
Commissioner Peirce, long recognized as an advocate for crypto clarity, noted that the Ripple resolution opens a key window for structured policy discussions that could impact the wider industry.
For XRP supporters, the shift in tone is significant. Many believe the litigation hindered innovation and market confidence.
While the recent dismissal of certain appeals is procedural, not a final legal victory, the change in rhetoric has been seen as a step toward a more collaborative regulatory approach.
Analysts predict that this evolving stance could set a precedent for handling other tokens, potentially paving the way for structured compliance pathways in the U.S. digital asset market.
VivoPower’s $100 Million Bet on Ripple
Adding fuel to the bullish sentiment, VivoPower International PLC announced plans to acquire a $100 million stake in Ripple following the SEC granting the company a waiver from its “bad actor” designation.
This waiver allows Ripple to raise capital in private markets, a significant milestone considering the legal barriers in place since 2020.
VivoPower will acquire both Ripple equity and XRP tokens, valued at roughly $696 million, as part of a strategy to integrate digital assets into its corporate treasury.
The company became the first publicly listed U.S. firm to provide shareholders exposure to both Ripple shares and XRP, reflecting a growing institutional appetite for blockchain assets.
CEO Kevin Chin stressed the importance of this move for long-term portfolio diversification, with a focus on transparency and regulatory compliance through partnerships with custodians like BitGo and Nasdaq Private Market LLC.
The SEC’s Waiver and Market Impact
The SEC’s decision to grant Ripple the waiver has sparked both praise and controversy.
While many in the crypto community see it as a positive step toward market integration, critics, including former SEC lawyer Marc Fagel, have raised concerns about regulatory inconsistency.
Still, the impact on market sentiment was immediate. In early August 2025, XRP surged to $3.30 before settling near $3.20. Whales moved approximately $1.9 billion worth of XRP following the decision, indicating shifting market dynamics.
Ripple CTO David Schwartz clarified the company’s monthly XRP escrow releases, while co-founder Chris Larsen’s sale of 50 million XRP triggered speculation about internal sentiment.
Despite this, some analysts forecast XRP could reach $5 by the end of 2025, especially if a U.S. banking license or an XRP spot ETF materializes.
Conclusion
With the injunction still in place but the “bad actor” label lifted, Ripple now has more legal flexibility to expand its fundraising and business operations. The case remains a critical benchmark for how U.S. regulators will approach digital assets in the future.
If current momentum continues, both in legal developments and institutional adoption, Ripple’s journey could redefine the intersection of compliance and crypto innovation in the United States.
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