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RIPPLE VS SEC LAWSUIT UPDATE: 60-DAY COURT PAUSE EXPLAINED
▪️The Ripple-SEC case is paused for 60 days, sparking speculation of behind-the-scenes developments.
▪️A crypto lawyer suggests Ripple and the SEC might be negotiating a settlement and seeking clarity on private token sales.
▪️The case's future hinges on potential agreements, Judge Torres' rulings, and could extend into late 2026 if no deal is reached.
The legal battle between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is taking yet another twist. While the U.S. Court of Appeals has agreed to pause the case for 60 days, this has sparked fresh speculation and raised new questions: Is something happening behind the scenes? Could a major shift be coming in one of crypto’s most closely watched legal fights?
Prominent crypto lawyer James Farrell has shared some insights that might offer clues – and they’re worth paying attention to.
Why the Pause?
According to Farrell, this pause may be a sign of major developments ahead. Both Ripple and the SEC asked for the pause together, which suggests they might be working on something behind closed doors.
Farrell says there are two possibilities in play: a potential settlement and an “indicative ruling” from Judge Analisa Torres. Ripple is hoping the judge will allow it to sell private tokens under certain conditions—something it’s currently not allowed to do because of past violations.
If Ripple isn’t allowed to sell tokens privately, it may not be able to go public any time soon. While other crypto companies might move ahead with IPOs, Ripple could be stuck waiting for years before launching its own.
Two Possible Paths Forward
Farrell explains that Ripple and the SEC might be considering two paths:
▪️Settlement Without Rule Change
Ripple could offer a settlement to the SEC. If the SEC accepts the deal but denies Ripple’s request to change the rules, the case would end. However, Ripple would still need Judge Torres to approve the rule change. That process could take another 3 to 6 months – and there’s no guarantee the judge would say yes.
▪️Full Agreement With Rule Change
In this option, the SEC agrees to both the settlement and Ripple’s request. The case would return to Judge Torres, who would then decide how to move forward. But even in this case, it could still take months, depending on how quickly the court acts.
How Soon Could This End?
If Ripple and the SEC reach a full agreement, the appeal could be dismissed as early as next month. But if Ripple has to file separately for rule changes, things could drag on much longer.
If no deal is made at all, the case could go back to the appeals court – possibly stretching the legal battle into late 2026 or even 2027.
The SEC is expected to make its next official move by June 15. Until then, both the crypto world and the legal community will be watching closely to see what happens next.
Ripple’s path forward might be uncertain, but the next few months could shape the future of crypto regulation in a big way.
@ Newshounds News™
Source: Coinpedia
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CARDANO ENTERS BRAZIL THROUGH MAJOR UNIVERSITY COLLABORATION
The Cardano Foundation has formally announced a new partnership with the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio), a top-ranked Brazilian university renowned for its contributions to research and development.
The collaboration, revealed on April 15, will concentrate on the advancement and practical application of blockchain technology, specifically within the energy sector in Brazil.
Cardano Partners with Top Brazilian University
PUC-Rio is recognized as one of the top five private universities in the world for excellence in research and development, and it has a broad history of partnerships within the energy industry.
The establishment of this collaboration follows previous cooperative efforts between PUC-Rio and the Brazilian state-owned enterprise Petrobras, as well as the Cardano Foundation’s own involvement with Petrobras on blockchain-driven initiatives.
Through this new endeavor, PUC-Rio’s Ledger Labs—a research group concentrating on the utilization of DLT in finance and business—will receive support from the Cardano Foundation to explore various aspects of blockchain implementation.
According to official statements, the initial areas of focus will include blockchain economics, decentralized finance (DeFi), governance of decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), and digital assets.
“At the core of blockchain advancement are education and innovation. Through our collaboration with esteemed academic institutions like PUC-Rio, the Cardano Foundation ensures that the next generation of developers, industry leaders, and regulators can harness this transformative technology to its fullest potential—creating solutions that address real-world challenges and drive positive global impact,” Cardano Foundation CEO Frederik Gregaard commented.
The immediate emphasis of this alliance will be directed toward developing blockchain-based solutions that enhance production, consumption, and overall value chains in renewable energy fuels. Joint research and pilot projects in cooperation with Petrobras are expected to delve into specific methods of applying Cardano’s blockchain infrastructure to processes such as tracking and verifying energy outputs, optimizing workflows, and ensuring robust data integrity.
Ledger Labs at PUC-Rio will serve as the operational base for these studies. Leonardo Lima, Vice-Dean of the university and head of Ledger Labs, noted that the scope of the partnership will also encompass philanthropic endeavors geared toward social impact.
“Our partnership with the Cardano Foundation marks the beginning of the development of a series of use cases, not only in the energy industry but also in the field of philanthropy, with a focus on social impact projects,” he said.
Beyond the technological and scientific research, the partnership aspires to enrich PUC-Rio’s blockchain ecosystem by hosting joint events, supporting student-led social projects, and inviting other organizations to collaborate on emerging blockchain strategies.
A significant part of this development will occur through A.L.B.A (Ada Labs for Blockchain Applications), an arm of Ledger Labs that is expected to integrate standards previously introduced at the Universidad Tecnológica Nacional (UTN) in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
The Foundation’s current expansion in Brazil reflects its growing footprint in the region. “Our partnership with PUC-Rio marks the Cardano Foundation’s second collaboration with a Brazilian entity this year. Last month, we announced our partnership with SERPRO, the world’s largest public IT company, and we have been collaborating with Petrobras, Brazil’s state-owned energy company, since 2023,” said Rafael Fraga, LATAM Business Development Lead for the Cardano Foundation.
@ Newshounds News™
Source: Bitcoinist
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