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RIPPLE-SEC LAWSUIT UPDATE: XRP SALES BAN MAY BE LIFTED SOON!

▪️Ripple withdrew its cross-appeal against the SEC, signaling the nearing end of their legal battle.

▪️The SEC may seek to lift the injunction that restricts Ripple's direct XRP sales to institutions.

▪️If the injunction is lifted, Ripple could resume institutional XRP sales, but must adhere to securities laws.

Ripple’s long-running legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is nearing its final stage. The company has withdrawn its cross-appeal, leading to speculation that the SEC might ask the court to lift the injunction preventing Ripple from selling XRP directly to institutional investors.

If this happens, could Ripple restart these sales? Experts share their views on what this means for Ripple, the SEC, and the broader crypto market.

Could Ripple vs. SEC End Soon?

After the SEC settled its lawsuit with Coinbase, many in the crypto space wonder if Ripple’s case could also be resolved soon.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse confirmed that the company has withdrawn its cross-appeal, signaling that the legal battle is entering its final phase.

The SEC-Ripple Legal Battle: The Background Explained

The SEC’s injunction has significantly restricted Ripple’s business, preventing direct sales of XRP to institutional investors.

The legal fight began in 2020 when the SEC accused Ripple of selling XRP without proper authorization. Last year, Judge Analisa Torres of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York ruled that Ripple’s institutional sales were an unregistered securities offering. However, she clarified that XRP sales on public exchanges did not fall into the same category.

The SEC has not yet confirmed whether it will request the court to lift the injunction.

Experts Weigh In: Will Ripple Resume Institutional Sales?

Legal expert Fred Rispoli believes that if the court removes the injunction at the SEC’s request, Ripple could restart institutional sales. However, he emphasizes that the company must comply with securities laws.

He says: “Ripple’s institutional XRP sales still must conform to securities law but can now sell to say, hedge funds or private equity firms directly instead of to OTC desks first.”

XRP Community Reacts

While some XRP supporters see Ripple’s decision as a positive step, others remain uncertain about how it will affect XRP’s future.

Currently, XRP is trading at $2.47, reflecting a 6.6% increase over the past week and a 280.2% surge in the past year. At the start of this month, XRP was priced at $2.14602, meaning it has risen nearly 14.98% since then. However, it is still 18.73% below this month’s peak.

Ripple’s withdrawal of its cross-appeal is a key moment in its legal fight with the SEC. If the injunction is lifted, the company could resume institutional sales, but it must still comply with securities laws.

The XRP community remains divided – some are optimistic about XRP’s growth, while others remain cautious due to regulatory uncertainty. Ripple’s next moves and the SEC’s decision will play a crucial role in shaping XRP’s future.

Whatever happens, you can’t deny, this whole Ripple saga? It’s been a wild ride for everyone watching.

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WYOMING GOVERNOR SAYS STATE’S LONG-PLANNED STABLECOIN COULD LAUNCH BY JULY

Wyoming's planned stablecoin—first proposed in 2022—will work across Ethereum, Solana, Avalanche, and multiple ETH scaling networks.

The state of Wyoming is gearing up to launch its long-planned stablecoin in the coming months, Governor Mark Gordon said at the DC Blockchain Summit on Wednesday, with the state eyeing a potential July debut following a period of testing.

The stablecoin, which was first proposed via a state bill in February 2022, will be powered by LayerZero and be usable across multiple chains, including Ethereum, Solana, Avalanche, and the Ethereum scaling networks Base, Polygon, Arbitrum, and Optimism.

“We are thrilled to share Wyoming's vision for state leadership in the nation's capital,” Governor Gordon said in a press release issued following his DC Blockchain Summit interview. “Our forward-thinking approach to blockchain and digital asset legislation has positioned Wyoming as a model for not only other states, but the federal government as well.”

The token, WYST, which is now in testing phase across seven blockchain testnets, is poised to benefit both the state and its users, according to the Governor. He said that it will require an over-collaterization of the cash and U.S. Treasuries that back the token to reduce the risk of de-pegging, or shifting from the 1:1 ratio the token is supposed to hold with the U.S. Dollar.

Additionally, interest from the treasuries that back the token will be deposited into the state’s school foundation fund, according to a press release from the Governor.

Though the idea of its state stablecoin first surfaced in 2022, Wyoming’s progress accelerated in March 2023 with the passing of the Wyoming Stable Token Act, which led to the creation of the Wyoming Stable Token Commission—the group ultimately tasked with issuing a stablecoin that “aligns with state laws and fiscal responsibility.”

The Commission, which is leading the launch of WYST, is currently still engaging with vendors as it relates to the “development, deployment, and management of WYST.”

“The next phase of testing and customizing smart contracts is an imperative step towards delivering the best product for Wyoming and stable token holders,” said Commission Executive Director Anthony Apollo. “Once launched, WYST will grant holders the ability to transmit dollar-denominated transactions of any value, anywhere in the world, nearly instantly, with significantly reduced fees compared to traditional ACH or wires.”

The testing process is expected to occur throughout Q2 2025, leading up to the potential July launch.

Stablecoins remain at the center of crypto headlines in recent days and weeks, highlighted by the GENUIS Act, a bipartisan bill to create a regulatory framework for the tokens and their issuers.

On Tuesday, Wyoming-based Custodia Bank said it created the first bank-issued stablecoin on Ethereum. Wyoming’s launch of WYST would be the “first fiat-backed and fully-reserved stable token issued by a public entity in the United States,” according to the release.

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BLACKROCK AND FIDELITY POISED TO ENTER XRP ETF RACE AFTER RIPPLE’S LEGAL WIN

Nate Geraci, a leading ETF analyst, forecasts that BlackRock and Fidelity will soon join the XRP ETF race, with approval expected to happen soon. His optimism stems from the resolution of Ripple’s legal battle with the U.S. SEC.

Ripple’s Win Clears Path for XRP ETF

Stuart Alderoty, Ripple’s top lawyer, revealed that the company successfully reduced its fine from $125 million to just $50 million, down from the SEC’s initial $2 billion demand. Additionally, the injunction against Ripple is expected to be lifted at the SEC’s request.

After four grueling years, experts say the way is now clear for an XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the U.S. In a latest X post, Geraci noted “Seems obvious spot XRP ETF approval simply matter of time IMO. And yes, I expect BlackRock, Fidelity, etc to all be involved.”

He also highlighted that XRP is currently the third-largest non-stablecoin cryptocurrency by market cap, making it a significant player in the market. And given its size and growing interest, the largest ETF issuers, such as BlackRock and Fidelity, are unlikely to overlook the potential of launching an XRP ETF.

While the SEC has been cautious about approving altcoin ETFs, Geraci believes the agency will eventually approve them. He also highlighted the ongoing debate about whether broad crypto index ETFs or single-asset ETFs will lead the market. Despite expecting the SEC to set limits on approvals, Geraci remains optimistic about the growth of these financial products.

BlackRock To Partner With Ripple?

In a recent Bloomberg interview, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse was asked about collaborating with BlackRock to launch an XRP ETF in the U.S. While Garlinghouse didn’t confirm the partnership, he sparked speculation by stating, “We think it makes sense for the XRP community overall”.

Many believe that once Ripple’s regulatory issues are resolved, asset managers will quickly move to launch an XRP ETF later in the year. Further Ripple CEO is also confident that XRP will join the U.S. Digital Asset stockpile.

Increasing Odds of XRP ETF Approval

Meanwhile, Polymarket, a decentralized prediction platform, shows an 84% chance of XRP ETF approval in 2025. With industry experts closely monitoring XRP’s price, many anticipate a potential breakout to $3 soon, signaling a promising future for the token.

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BRICS & US RACE FOR DIGITAL FINANCE SUPREMACY: WHO’S WINNING?

The last year has seen the emergence of the cryptocurrency market as a viable financial sector. Indeed, its arrival has spurred a host of nations to adopt the asset class in a bid to not get left behind. Moreover, it has only increased the conflict between the BRICS and the US as they race for digital finance supremacy. But the question is, who is winning?

US President Donald Trump has already stated his desire for the United States to be the crypto capital of the world. However, the BRICS alliance has already sought out the implementation of blockchain-based applications to help them curtail overreliance on Western systems. Amid a brewing trade war, these two sides are set to face off further in a budding crypto race.

BRICS and US Embrace Digital Finance: But Which Side is Coming Out Ahead?

Since the start of the year, the West and Global South have seen tensions escalate. With Donald Trump returning to the White House, he has targeted that region. Specifically, he has warned of impending 150% tariffs for those who are engaged in de-dollarization efforts.

Yet, the US dollar is not the only battlefield on which these two sides are fighting. Both BRICS and the US are engaged in an ongoing conflict for digital finance supremacy. However, the biggest question now is, just who is winning?

The BRIC bloc has long sought to embrace the blockchain revolution. It had created its very own blockchain-based payment system to counter the Western Swift. Moreover, they have introduced a gold-backed stablecoin that could revolutionize how it transacts with digital assets.

However, the United States is not far behind BRICS. The country has sought to overhaul its crypto policy since Trump returned to the Oval Office. This comes with the president’s plea to pass stablecoin legislation. These efforts all align with the belief that the nation could soon head the entire industry in the coming years.

Which Side Is Winning in 2025?

So, just who is winning at this moment? The question doesn’t have a clear-cut answer but can be explained nonetheless. BRICS is further in development at this stage; China is embracing the digital yuan, and India, Russia, and Brazil all have major digital currency initiatives in place.

However, the United States may have more potential due to the overarching business interest that the asset class has garnered in the nation.

Moreover, the arrival of the UAE’s new $1.4 trillion investment framework into the Western giant will only fasttract its digital finance development. Regardless of where they stand now, the coming months will be massive in determining if BRICS or the US is edging ahead.

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BIG WIN FOR CRYPTO: OPERATION CHOKEPOINT 2.0 POLICIES ROLLED BACK

David Sacks, the White House crypto czar, celebrated a big victory today. He announced that the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is following the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) in removing “reputational risk” as a factor in bank supervision.

This change effectively rolls back the controversial Operation Chokepoint 2.0 policies, which had led to the unfair debanking of crypto companies.

Sacks said that this is a big step forward for crypto. Operation Chokepoint 2.0, which was supported by figures like Senator Elizabeth Warren, used vague criteria like “reputational risk” to target crypto businesses.

This meant that institutions could be punished for negative publicity, whether true or not. The new policy change will make banking criteria more objective and fair, preventing political influence from hurting the crypto sector.

Sacks also credited Senator Tim Scott for his leadership in pushing these changes, especially through the Financial Institution Reform and Modernization (FIRM) Act. This move is expected to create a better environment for crypto businesses and could lead to higher prices for digital assets in the future.

Fox Business’ Eleanor Terrett added more context, explaining why “regulation by enforcement” doesn’t work. She explained that Ripple has spent between $150 million and $200 million in legal fees over the years, only to end up in the same position it was in when the SEC first filed the lawsuit in 2020. The SEC likely spent taxpayer dollars as well.

XRP holders were also negatively impacted, as exchanges removed the token, causing its value to drop. Many other crypto projects also became hesitant to build in the U.S. for fear of being targeted by the SEC. Terrett criticized SEC Chair Gary Gensler for focusing resources on crypto firms while missing major issues like FTX, 3AC, and Celsius, which caused real harm to investors.

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SEC SCHEDULES FOUR NEW ROUNDTABLES FOR CRYPTO TASK FORCE

The SEC is aiming to discuss and solve regulatory issues around crypto trading, custody, tokenization, and decentralized finance.

The SEC's Crypto Task Force announced Tuesday it will host four more roundtables on crypto and digital asset regulation.

The roundtables would run from April to June, building on the agency's efforts to create clearer rules for the industry.

Crypto roundtables are a way for the SEC to "hear a lively discussion among experts" in order to understand current regulatory issues and what the Commission can do to “solve them," Commissioner Hester Peirce, who leads the task force, said in a statement.

Sessions for the roundtables are slated to discuss trading (April 11), custody considerations (April 25), asset tokenization (May 12), and decentralized finance (June 6). The roundtables will take place at the SEC headquarters with both in-person and virtual attendance options.

Just a day after his appointment, acting SEC Chairman Mark Uyeda announced the establishment of the Crypto Task Force on January 21 to develop clear regulatory frameworks and registration paths for crypto companies.

By March, the SEC had assembled key figures and industry experts to help bolster these efforts.

The SEC's plan to host four more crypto roundtables follows on from the task force's first one held last Friday, which examined how securities laws might apply to digital assets.

"Spring signifies new beginnings, and we have a new beginning here, a restart of the commission's approach to crypto regulation," Commissioner Peirce said during that session.

Backstage at the first roundtable, Commissioner Peirce told Decrypt that the agency is also exploring how it could "provide some kind of framework or some kind of markers" to craft rules for NFTs as an asset category.

That followed its pronouncement on Thursday last week that crypto mining does not violate securities laws.

The move aligns with broader crypto policy changes under President Donald Trump, who has been supportive of the industry both during his campaign trail to become the first "crypto president" and right after his electoral win.

Since he began his second term as POTUS, Trump has signed an executive order establishing a strategic crypto reserve, moved to acquire as much Bitcoin as possible, and helped push a stablecoin bill forward, among other key initiatives he’s done so far for the crypto industry.

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RIPPLE OPTS NOT TO CROSS-APPEAL AS SEC CASE NEARS RESOLUTION

Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty posted on Wednesday on X his potential “last update” on the case.  Alderoty noted that this would all be subject to a commission vote, final documents and standard court processes

▪️Ripple has decided not to file a cross-appeal, signaling that its long-running legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is nearing an end, the firm's chief legal officer said Wednesday.

▪️Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty posted on Wednesday on X his potential "last update" on the case following four years of back and forth between the two. Last week, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse said that the SEC had pulled its appeal of part of an earlier ruling.

A cross-appeal, which allows both sides to challenge different aspects of a court ruling, could have given Ripple a chance to contest its $125 million liability, but instead, Alderoty said the SEC will keep part of that amount and return the rest to the firm.

"The SEC will keep $50M of the $125M fine (already in an interest-bearing escrow in cash), with the balance returned to Ripple," he said. "The agency will also ask the Court to lift the standard injunction that was imposed earlier at the SEC’s request."

The SEC declined to comment. Alderoty noted that this would all be subject to a commission vote, final documents and standard court processes.

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York Judge Analisa Torres ruled in July 2023 that some of Ripple’s sales, called programmatic, of XRP did not violate securities laws because of a blind bid process in place for them. Torres, however, ruled that other direct token sales to institutional investors were securities.

That second part regarding institutional investors meant that Ripple would be fined $125 million.

The SEC has taken on a new direction since the new Trump administration rolled in, following former Chair Gary Gensler's exit in January. Under the previous Biden administration, Gensler had said most cryptocurrencies were securities and called on crypto platforms to register with the agency. While the agency brought cases against major crypto exchanges and firms under Gensler’s reign, the case against Ripple was brought before Gensler became chair.

Over the past several weeks, the SEC has rescinded controversial crypto accounting guidance,  looked to re-examine rules affecting crypto, created a crypto task force and issued statements on memecoins and proof-of-work.

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RIPPLE WALKS AWAY PAYING JUST $50 MILLION TO SEC OVER XRP LAWSUIT

The SEC first sued Ripple Labs in 2020.

Ripple Labs has agreed to pay a $50 million fine to end the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s years-long investigation into the Ripple-linked firm, the company’s Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty said on Tuesday.

“The SEC will keep $50M of the $125M fine,” he wrote in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, referring to the penalty Ripple Labs was ordered to pay by a New York court in August over unregistered XRP sales to institutional investors.

Alderoty said that Ripple has meanwhile agreed to drop its cross-appeal of U.S. District Judge Analisa Torres’ decision, which found that XRP is “not necessarily a security on its face,” especially within the context of programmatic sales to unknown buyers.

The SEC, under the leadership of former Chair Gary Gensler, sought a $2 billion penalty against ripple labs for what it claimed were unregistered securities transactions. The SEC first brought its lawsuit against Ripple Labs during President Donald Trump’s first administration.

Alderoty’s declaration follows Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s recognition that the SEC’s case has ended. He described it as a “long overdue surrender” on the regulator’s part last week.

The SEC’s about-face was widely expected following Trump’s reelection. Since Acting SEC Chair Mark Uyeda took over the agency’s reins, it has retreated from several enforcement cases, including those against the crypto exchanges Coinbase and Kraken.

Alderoty said on Tuesday that the decision is subject to Commission vote, echoing a video posted alongside Garlinghouse’s announcement last week.

A Ripple spokesperson told Decrypt then that the “timeline is completely in the SEC's control,” and it may take “several weeks” for the case to be officially withdrawn.

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RIPPLE LAWSUIT NEWS: XRP COMMUNITY SEEKS MASSIVE $500 BILLION RESTITUTION AFTER SEC FALLOUT

▪️Jimmy Vallee seeks $500B restitution for XRP holders, arguing SEC’s lawsuit caused massive losses and stunted XRP’s price potential.

▪️Vallee’s Crypto Justice Coalition pushes for XRP investor compensation, bypassing courts to negotiate alternative legal solutions

Jimmy Vallee, founder of Valhil Capital, is pushing for a massive $500 billion restitution for XRP holders. This push comes in response to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) 2020 lawsuit against Ripple, which alleged that XRP sales were unregistered securities offerings.

The lawsuit triggered a major selloff, causing XRP’s price to drop by nearly 75%, and many exchanges removed the token from their platforms, further damaging its market position. Vallee, along with his firm, believes that without the SEC’s interference, XRP could have followed a price path similar to that of Bitcoin or Ethereum. He argues that XRP’s price could have easily exceeded its previous all-time high of $3.84, potentially reaching $10 today.

Jimmy Vallee’s $500 Billion Restitution Push

To help address these alleged injustices, Vallee has launched the Crypto Justice Coalition, which aims to secure financial compensation for affected XRP holders. Vallee claims that over 76,000 XRP holders, represented by attorney John Deaton during the Ripple case, should be eligible for a portion of the proposed $500 billion restitution.

Following the SEC’s decision to drop its lawsuit against Ripple, the call for compensation has gained fresh momentum. Vallee has stated that he does not intend to pursue compensation through the federal court system, citing concerns about the potential bias within the courts. Instead, he is looking into alternative legal routes and possible negotiations with regulators to resolve the issue.

The Future of XRP and Market Recovery Prospects

Vallee’s proposal for a $500 billion restitution stems from the significant market opportunities lost due to the SEC’s actions. Currently, XRP’s market cap is around $140 billion, but if its price had followed Vallee’s projection of $8 to $10 per token, the market cap would have surpassed $500 billion.

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BRICS NATION STRIKES MAJOR DEAL WITH THE US: WHAT TO KNOW

Although both sides have had a contentious first three months of the year, one BRICS nation has made a major deal with the US. Indeed, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) made headlines last week when it announced a $1.4 trillion investment framework in the United States. Now, the geopolitical landscape is asking just what it means for both sides.

The economic alliance has been on the receiving end of the ire of US President Trump since his election win in November of last year. He has maintained his focus on ensuring the status of the US dollar as a global reserve asset does not change. In doing that, he has targeted the BRICS bloc. Specifically, he has answered their de-dollarization efforts with aggressive economic policy.

UAE & US Make Major Deal: So What Does That Mean for BRICS?

The last three months have seen increased geopolitical tensions between the West and the Global South. For the last two years, the latter has sought to promote the use of local currencies in its trade dealings. That has been a focal point for the alliance as it pursued ways to level the playing field of global economies.

However, the tensions between the BRICS and the US took an interesting turn last week when the UAE struck a deal with the Trump administration. Moreover, they agreed to a 10-year agreement that will see them inject the Western power with an influence of capital. The deal came together quickly, with the agreement coming just days after the US president and UAE officials met.

So, what exactly does this mean for the economic alliance? The UAE is very much engaged in the bloc’s continued development. In fact, Monday saw Russia and the country meet to discuss the strengthening of their cooperation. That would lead some to believe that the alliance has come to an end in the traditional sense.

Yet that has been rejected by India in a recent statement. Indeed, the nation’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, discussed the belief that the bloc is “disintegrating” under the weight of US tariff threats. He clearly spoke out against such accusations, claiming that the bloc was continuing its growth efforts as a collective.

The reality is that this may be the bloc evolving past its de-dollarization efforts. Many of the participating countries have sought to challenge the belief that they want to end the greenback. Therefore, it looks as though that has become their primary function.

Specifically, the BRICS bloc is set to embrace trade and economic access for developing nations. In the meantime, they will seek to challenge the unbalanced global hierarchy that sees the United States as the dominant force. As long as they don’t target the US dollar directly, President Trump may just be able to live with that.

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CRYPTO NEWS: ACTING CHAIR STANDS ALONE, VOTES AGAINST SUING MUSK FOR STOCK DISCLOSURE DELAY

▪️SEC lawsuit against Elon Musk faces internal divisions, with acting chair Mark Uyeda opposing legal action over Musk's Twitter stock purchase.

▪️Musk’s SEC lawsuit sparks debate on securities laws for tech executives amid shifting crypto enforcement and regulatory priorities.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has faced internal divisions regarding its decision to pursue legal action against Elon Musk. Mark Uyeda, the acting SEC chair, was reportedly the only commissioner who opposed suing Musk over his delayed disclosure of his stock purchase in Twitter, now rebranded as X.

According to a report by Reuters, this decision comes at a time when the SEC is dealing with shifting priorities and challenges within the agency. The vote to determine whether Musk should face a lawsuit took place behind closed doors, with Uyeda breaking from the other commissioners who favored legal action.

The SEC had formally filed a lawsuit against Musk in January 2025, alleging that he violated federal securities laws by failing to disclose his acquisition of more than 5% of Twitter’s stock in 2022. This failure to file the necessary report allowed Musk to purchase additional shares at artificially low prices, potentially saving him millions of dollars.

SEC’s Changing Stance

The SEC has been adjusting its approach to regulating cryptocurrency, easing enforcement actions against companies such as Ripple, OpenSea, and Coinbase. This more lenient stance has sparked discussions about the agency’s evolving priorities.

Musk’s involvement in the Trump administration has also generated attention. He was appointed by former President Donald Trump to lead the newly established Department of Government Efficiency, a role designed to streamline regulatory practices. Musk’s relationship with Trump continues to raise speculation about potential influence on regulatory decisions.

The SEC’s case against Musk brings to attention the ongoing debate about how securities laws apply to tech executives, particularly in the changing digital asset space. The outcome of this lawsuit could have significant implications for future regulatory actions in the U.S.

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RIPPLE CEO BRAD GARLINGHOUSE PREDICTS ‘TRUMP EFFECT’ WILL SPARK CRYPTO ADOPTION WAVE IN 2025

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse is predicting crypto adoption will soar this year as US President Donald Trump embraces the industry.

In a new interview with Fox Business, Garlinghouse says that since the United States is no longer stifling the crypto industry with unnecessary lawsuits and regulation by enforcement, the growth of the digital assets sector is poised to skyrocket.

“Once the United States government filed suit, we really were kind of frozen in the US market, and so about 95% of our customers today, Ripple’s customers, are non-US financial institutions, and those are some of the largest financial institutions, ranging from HSBC and BBVA to payment providers you wouldn’t necessarily have heard of. Markets like Japan, I think are still unlocking.

The market opportunity here is massive. You have trillions of dollars flowing cross-border globally. It’s still largely dominated by the Swift network, if you will. That’s a technology architecture that was developed 50 years ago. There’s an opportunity to modernize.

That takes time, particularly when you have a government in the US kind of combating that innovation. But that’s changing now. The Trump effect, if you will, is profound. You’re seeing that in asset prices, but you’re also going to see that in the adoption of these technologies.”

The Ripple CEO also says that blockchain technology may be adopted for a number of uses, including the trading of stocks and the selling and buying of real estate.

“We’re definitely already seeing a change in the domestic interest. These six weeks after President Trump was elected, we signed more deals in the United States than we had in the previous six months. So these are very innovative technologies.

I think they’re going to play out over 10, even 20 years, in terms of how they integrate and rewire the financial infrastructure of the United States. That’s across payments, that’s across even the settlement of maybe real estate transactions, securities transactions.

So I think we’re going to see this play out over a long arc, but the United States is finally unlocked, and I think people are underestimating how big that change is, and you’ll see that continue to play out this year.”

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HOW WILL TRUMP’S “LIBERATION DAY” TARIFFS IMPACT BITCOIN PRICE?

▪️Trump’s “Liberation Day” on April 2 aims to reshape trade policies but could spark global volatility.

▪️Analyst Alex Kruger warns April 2 could be 10x more impactful than Federal Reserve meetings.

▪️Experts predict a harsh tariff policy could crash the market by 10% to 15% rapidly.

Financial markets started the week with gains, but a storm could be brewing. April 2, dubbed “Liberation Day” by U.S. President Donald Trump, marks the rollout of new tariffs targeting countries with trade barriers against the U.S. Trump says this will strengthen the American economy, but experts warn it could unleash serious market chaos.

Crypto markets are already reacting- Bitcoin has surged to $87,230, while Solana’s SOL is up nearly 6% to $138.

But that might just be the beginning. With global markets on edge and uncertainty running high, the real question is: will April 2 bring a financial boost or a major meltdown?

What Is Happening on April 2?

On April 2, the U.S. government will introduce a new round of tariffs. Trump sees this as a move to strengthen the U.S. economy, but analysts worry it could cause financial instability worldwide.

Economic expert Alex Kruger says this could be the biggest market event of the year – possibly “10 times bigger” than any Federal Reserve meeting.

Kruger explains that the market’s reaction will depend on how strict Trump’s tariffs are. If the tariffs are mild, the market may rise sharply. But if Trump announces harsh trade rules, the market could fall by 10% to 15% very quickly.

Investors Prepare for Market Swings

Some analysts warn that the impact of these tariffs could hit hardest around mid-April, just as U.S. Tax Day approaches—already a volatile period for financial markets.

Meanwhile, other countries are working to reduce trade tensions. Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum is in talks with the U.S. to address immigration and crime, hoping to avoid economic fallout. However, experts say this may not be enough to prevent market risks.

Tariffs Already Causing Disruptions

The effects of Trump’s trade policies are already being felt. In February, he raised tariffs on Canadian, Mexican, and Chinese imports, causing an immediate downturn in the crypto market. Bitcoin plunged from $105,000 to $92,000, and the total crypto market cap dropped by 8% in a single day.

With just days left until April 2, investors are bracing for major market swings. If the tariffs are aggressive, both stock and crypto markets could experience extreme volatility.

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BITCOIN AND STOCK MARKET RALLY HARD AS WHITE HOUSE NARROWS SCOPE OF TARIFFS

Digital assets and equities are soaring on the weekly open amid renewed optimism stemming from the White House taking a softer tone on tariffs.

While tariff threats initially sparked one of the worst stock market drawdowns in recent memory, reports are now suggesting that President Trump’s aggressive trade negotiations may be in the process of a smooth resolution.

Citing “US officials familiar with the matter,” Bloomberg reports that Trump’s reciprocal tariffs may be more targeted than initially anticipated, with some countries being exempt, and some sector-specific levies being delayed by the White House.

The Wall Street Journal reported similar information.

"All major stock indices opened the week well into the green, while Bitcoin (BTC) is up 3% on the day and is now up 15% from its 2025 low near $76,500."

Said Tobin Marcus of Wolfe Research in a note seen by CNBC,

“Omitting the sectoral tariffs from the April 2nd package significantly reduces both its aggregate scale and the maximum rate on targeted sectors, given that all of Trump’s tariffs to date have been designed to stack… The ceiling for reciprocal tariffs on April 2 remains dramatic, and we still expect a negative market reaction, but the scale won’t be as severe and the sectoral impacts won’t be as concentrated.”

However, in a post on Truth Social, President Trump announced that “secondary tariffs” would be placed on Venezuela and any country that purchases oil and/or gas from the country.

Trump cited numerous reasons, including “the fact that Venezuela has purposefully and deceitfully sent to the United States, undercover, tens of thousands of high level, and other, criminals, many of whom are murderers and people of a very violent nature.”

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SEC SHOWS SUPPORT FOR COINREGTECH’S CRYPTO MARKET REGULATION PROPOSAL

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has responded favorably to a proposal from CoinRegTech, a cryptocurrency market regulation service provider, aimed at improving oversight and transparency in the digital asset securities market.

The proposal outlines key regulatory measures designed to address investor protection, market structure, and transaction reporting. CoinRegTech’s recommendations focus on three main regulatory changes that aim to strengthen the framework surrounding digital asset securities.

First, the proposal emphasizes the need for clearer investor protection measures and urges the SEC to enforce structural requirements for trading platforms that facilitate digital asset securities transactions. This would help ensure that investors are adequately safeguarded in an evolving market landscape.

Second, CoinRegTech advocates for revisions to the Securities Exchange Act to enhance transaction reporting mechanisms. These updates would also aim to clarify market supervision responsibilities, thereby improving the overall structure and reliability of the market.

Third, the firm introduces the Digital Asset Electronic Reporting System, which is proposed to be developed in collaboration with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. This new reporting system would play a vital role in enhancing regulatory oversight of digital asset transactions, promoting greater transparency and accountability in the market.

According to CoinRegTech, implementing these recommendations would increase transparency in cryptocurrency markets, enhance investor protection, and contribute to a more stable regulatory environment.

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INDIA CONVEYS TO BRICS: ‘WE WILL NOT DITCH THE US DOLLAR’

BRICS member India is repeatedly making it clear that they will not ditch the US dollar for trade and transactions. India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar spoke in the Parliament regarding the de-dollarization agenda and the country’s role in it. He confirmed that India is steering off any anti-dollar moves amid US President Donald Trump’s tariff threats.

“BRICS, a platform that has grown in membership and agenda over the last two decades, seeks to enhance understanding among the international community,” said Jaishankar in response to a question in the Lok Sabha Parliament. Trump had threatened to impose tariffs on India and all BRICS nations if they plan to reduce dependency on the US dollar.

Jaishankar added that India has conveyed its stance to the US authorities during bilateral discussions that they will not pursue the BRICS agenda of sidelining the US dollar. Therefore, the de-dollarization initiative and the formation of a new common currency might be kept on hold.

BRICS: India Wants the US Dollar’s Reign To Continue

India took a U-turn from the BRICS anti-US dollar initiative after Trump reclaimed the White House in November. Both countries are sharing cordial relations with little to no threat to uproot the USD from the global reserve. This is in stark contrast with the BRICS alliance that is aiming to topple the greenback from the supreme status.

Apart from India, even Brazil, which chairs the 17th BRICS summit, is looking to keep the US dollar’s dominant position. Four government officials told Reuters on the condition of anonymity that Brazil will not pursue the common currency this year. Only Russia, China, and Iran are advancing the de-dollarization agenda hoping that their local currencies can take the top spot.

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Operation Golden Lily – World War II

Operation Golden Lily – World War II

The Final Wake Up Call By Peter B Meyer

Contrary to popular belief, gold and silver are real money that cannot be corrupted and represent real value for the exchange of valuable goods and services.

The Looting of Treasure

An important aspect of the Second World War that often goes unnoticed and is rarely discussed is the extensive looting of treasure carried out by the Nazi regime during the war. It is well documented that the Nazis did indeed loot vast amounts of treasure and wealth from across Europe, much of which was reportedly recovered by the Allied forces after the war, but some of which remains missing to this day. Look, Hitler’s Gold Grab – Gold! Man’s greatest obsession.

Watch this 5 minute video to understand the importance of gold to society. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zfg2dxUXzG0

 What has been almost completely brushed aside by historians, however, is the plundering of China and South Asia by the Japanese. Thirteen nations in all, as part of Operation Golden Lily, which continued more aggressively than ever during the Second World War.

The sheer volume of gold and treasure stolen from the Chinese and other nations during this period of the war makes the Nazi looting of Europe look like a run-of-the-mill convenience store robbery.

 To this day, it is common knowledge throughout China that enormous wealth was stolen from them both before and during the war, but because of the total secrecy of Operation Golden Lily, as well as the total control of the media in the Western world throughout the 20th century and beyond, this fact has gone completely unreported in the West.

This begs the question:

 Knowing full well that treasures beyond imagination have been taken as part of the war effort, why has this not been reported, and where exactly have all these treasures ended up?

 Here is a short documentary video on the subject. Note that the man speaking in the film, Rhawn Joseph, claims that the gold and treasures looted by the Japanese totalled $100 billion.

 This figure is confirmed in the book Gold Warriors, written by investigative journalists Sterling and Peggy Seagrave.

 The Japanese hid vast amounts of these stolen treasures throughout the Philippines. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Le7SCVNA7Z8

 The authors wrote: “.

 .. a high-ranking Japanese officer, who was a cousin of Emperor Hirohito… (confirms) that the Japanese hid over $100 billion worth of treasures in the Philippines and that it would take ‘more than a century’ to recover it all”.

Based on additional information provided later, this $100 billion estimate turned out to be $240 billion.

Obviously, as the victor, the US felt entitled to share in the spoils. But to make the deal stick, the world’s number one war criminal, Emperor Hirohito, was absolved of all responsibility.

The US began conspiring with mass murderers, war criminals and gangsters to cover up their crimes.

It was imperative that Hirohito and all responsible members of the royal family should never be charged, never be questioned, and that all should go free. Even General Ishii, who commanded the notorious Unit 731, was given immunity.

 Ishii struck a private deal with MacArthur. General Ishii had conducted horrible medical experiments on innocent people, injecting Koreans, Chinese, Russians, Americans and others with terrible diseases and then dissecting people alive without anaesthetic.

 According to Colonel Sanders,

 “MacArthur agreed to immunity for all in return for all the information [Unit 731] had. Ishii went on to become a millionaire and director of Japan’s Green Cross.

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“The Allies, through a vast and complex network of spies, learned of the stories of vast quantities of gold and ancient treasures stolen by the Japanese as part of Operation Golden Lily, and later hidden and buried throughout Japan and the Philippines.” https://www.voltairenet.org/article30068.html

 In July 1944, delegates from 44 nations met in New Hampshire and developed the Bretton Woods system of monetary management. https://www.investopedia.com/terms/b/brettonwoodsagreement.asp

“On the outside, it was presented as an effort to rebuild the world’s financial system in the aftermath of World War II. The idea seemed noble enough. But there was a hidden agenda. Thanks to the extensive espionage networks that had been set up behind the scenes during the war, the highest levels of government were aware of the treasures looted by the Nazis and the Japanese.

 In anticipation of the Allied seizure of these riches, delegates set up the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and discussed what to do with the loot once it was in Allied hands.

 However, it was not until later in 1945, when both General Dwight D. Eisenhower and General MacArthur had informed President Truman of just how vast the treasures actually were, that the Powers That Be, or the Deep State Cabal, who decided to set up the ultra-secret Black Eagle Trust – named after the Black Eagle symbol of the Third Reich.

 One of the key players in the creation of this fund was Henry L Stimson, then US Secretary of War.

 Various publicly available reports that have attempted to catalogue the amount of wealth lost in the war in both Europe and Asia have estimated that these treasures amount to a total of 280,000 tonnes of gold, in addition to an abundance of jewels and diamonds.

In 1945, US intelligence officers in Manila discovered, through the bribery and torture of insiders, that the Japanese had hidden large quantities of gold bullion and other looted treasures in the Philippines.

 President Truman decided to recover the gold, but to keep these treasures secret.

 It would be combined with Japanese treasures recovered during the US occupation and Nazi loot to create a worldwide American political action fund to fight communism.

 This ‘black gold’ was placed in a fund called The Black Eagle Trust Fund, which gave the Khazarians in Washington DC virtually unlimited, unaccountable funds, providing an asset base to bolster the treasuries of America’s allies, to bribe political and military leaders, and to manipulate elections in foreign countries for some eighty years. https://www.wanttoknow.info/911/black_eagle_trust_fund

 Between 1945 and 1947, astronomical sums of gold bullion and jewels were transferred from Germany, Japan, the Philippines and other countries throughout Asia and placed in 172 accounts in 42 different countries.

 Huge sums went directly into the accounts of the Federal Reserve and the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) in Basel, Switzerland.

 Over the years, this wealth has been used as part of a global political action fund to do the following;

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ACTING SEC CHAIR REJECTS ENFORCEMENT—DEMANDS REAL CRYPTO RULES

The acting SEC chair urged rulemaking over enforcement to clarify crypto regulations and avoid courtroom confusion.

Acting SEC Chair Urges Crypto Reset—Classification Shouldn’t Be Courtroom Chaos

Acting U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Mark T. Uyeda led the inaugural session of the agency’s Crypto Task Force roundtable on March 21 in Washington D.C. He used the occasion to urge the Commission to move away from regulation through enforcement when dealing with crypto assets.

Speaking to regulators, legal experts, and market participants, Uyeda argued that the SEC should instead embrace formal rulemaking processes to bring clarity to the digital asset space. He stated:

"This approach of using notice-and-comment rulemaking or explaining the Commission’s thought process through releases – rather than through enforcement actions – should have been considered for classifying crypto assets under the federal securities laws."

His remarks set the tone for a roundtable focused on addressing the fragmented legal interpretations that have defined the crypto landscape for years.

Uyeda examined the inconsistent application of the Howey test, the Supreme Court’s 1946 standard for identifying investment contracts, and how those inconsistencies complicate the classification of crypto assets.

He cited his own past as Chief Advisor to the California Corporations Commissioner, where he argued a certificate of deposit with an attached bonus qualified as an investment contract—a position the court rejected.

According to Uyeda, the legal community remains divided. Some federal circuits, he noted, require pooling of investor funds and pro rata profit distribution, while others accept a broader interpretation centered on shared risk.

There is also disagreement over whether the investor’s gain must stem from post-sale efforts by the promoter or whether significant actions taken before the sale are sufficient to meet Howey’s threshold.

The acting SEC chair noted:

"Differences in opinions among various courts is not unusual. After all, a judicial opinion is limited to the particular facts and circumstances of that case."

“When judicial opinions have created uncertainty for market participants in the past, the Commission and its staff have stepped in to provide guidance,” he clarified. Pointing to past instances where the SEC offered guidance to fill legal gaps—such as in the classification of whisky warehouse receipts and condominium sales—Uyeda suggested that the same approach should have been taken with digital assets.

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BRICS: 35% OF RUSSIA’S FOREIGN EXCHANGE RESERVES IS GOLD

BRICS member Russia is heavily diversifying its foreign exchange reserves by replacing the US dollar with gold. As of March 2025, gold makes up 34.4% of Russia’s foreign exchange reserves and is worth $217.4 billion. The Central Bank of India is massively accumulating the precious metal to safeguard its economy from market turmoil.

Russia is just one among the BRICS nations that has been aggressively buying gold since 2022. Its counterparts China, India, and Brazil have also been accumulating the glittery metal for 36 months.

The developing countries are looking to sideline the US dollar for foreign exchange reserves as the currency comes with the risk of debt.

If the market crashes, holding the US dollar becomes a financial burden and weakens their respective economy. 

Therefore, BRICS members are turning towards gold and other local currencies to distance themselves from the threat of acquiring debt. If the US fails to export the dollar, inflation could wreak havoc in the homeland leading to a rapid price rise for daily essentials.

BRICS Newfound Love for Gold

Speculation is also doing the rounds that BRICS aims to launch a new currency backed by gold in the coming years. Therefore, the alliance members are massively accumulating the metal in their central banks and diversifying their reserves. The goal is to usher into a new era of financial establishment where the US dollar plays no significant role.

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It’s the Difference Between $70 and $140 Million

It’s the Difference Between $70 and $140 Million [Podcast]

Notes From the Field By James Hickman (Simon Black) March 18, 2025

A few years ago, I was at a private conference listening to a CEO of a silver mining company explain—quite matter-of-factly—how silver prices were being manipulated.

He laid out the whole playbook: how major Wall Street traders would flood the market with short positions in paper silver, drive the price down, and simultaneously accumulate physical silver at rock-bottom prices. Then, once they’d cornered enough physical supply, they’d let prices rise, selling into the momentum they themselves created.

It was a textbook case of market manipulation—illegal, unethical, but enormously profitable.

But what stuck with me wasn’t the CEO’s explanation. It was the reaction of some of the “finance elite” in the room.

A few of them scoffed. You could practically see them rolling their eyes. Manipulate silver? Why would anyone bother? They arrogantly dismissed the notion outright.

Fast forward a couple of years, and guess what happened? JP Morgan paid a nearly $1 billion fine for precisely this kind of manipulation. Several traders went to prison.

Turns out, the “conspiracy theory” was, in fact, reality.

The reason why it happened is because it could happen. Silver is a small enough market where a few large players can force those kind of price fluctuations.

And to me, that is the primary reason why we likely won’t see a sustained run up in silver prices.

Gold has now hit $3,000 per ounce. So could speculation drive silver to ridiculous heights? Absolutely. The Wall Street traders might even pull the reverse of what they did last time and intentionally drive prices up.

But there is a key difference between silver and gold– gold has an obvious catalyst for higher prices: central banks are buying up gold literally by the metric ton in their efforts to diversify away from the US dollar.

The silver market, on the other hand, is simply too small to absorb that amount of capital.

Gold also provides central banks with the best wealth density to easily store vast fortunes of value.

Think about it like this— a barrel of oil is worth about $70. If you fill up that same barrel with silver, you’d have about $1.5 million of value.

But fill it up with gold and suddenly it’s worth about $140 million!

In other words, gold is the one of the most ‘dense’ forms of wealth in existence… and that’s the primary reason why central banks are loading up on it, instead of silver.

We discuss all this in today’s podcast, as well as another precious metal that central bankers might consider accumulating— and it’s not silver.

We also talk about what gold’s latest milestone means, if investors are too late to the party, and some alternative ways to gain exposure to what will likely be a continuing run up in gold prices.

One of those alternatives is investments in profitable, well-managed precious metals companies which are at the moment incredibly undervalued.

That’s because central banks are buying gold, not gold companies.

The last three precious metals companies that we showcased in our 4th Pillar investment research newsletter fit this exact criteria, and are up 27%, 21%, and 40% respectively.

We still think this is a very sensible approach worth considering.

You can listen here.

Also, you can access the transcript of this video, here.

https://www.schiffsovereign.com/podcast/its-the-difference-between-70-and-140-million-podcast-152326/

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SEC STAFF READY TO ‘WORK EARNESTLY’ TOWARD A FRAMEWORK FOR CRYPTO REGULATION, SAYS COMMISSIONER HESTER PEIRCE

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is ready to reset its relationship with the crypto industry, according to Commissioner Hester Peirce.

The SEC’s new “Crypto Task Force” held its inaugural roundtable event on Friday, which brought together regulators, private-sector lawyers and digital asset firm executives.

At the event, Peirce, a longtime crypto advocate, spoke of “a restart of the Commission’s approach to crypto regulation.”

“The formation of the Crypto Task Force gave permission to staff in the building to work earnestly towards a workable framework for crypto regulation, and staff have responded with palpable enthusiasm. The enthusiasm in this room is also palpable, so let us seize the moment and have a meaningful conversation today.

This room is full of people—on the panel, on the Crypto Task Force, on the Commission staff, and in the audience—who are ready for [the] sprint ahead. People have been talking, thinking, and writing about the issues with which we are now wrestling. The roundtable series will allow us to explore the issues collaboratively.”

Peirce leads the Crypto Task Force, which launched in January. The commissioner said last month that the team is currently working on questions related to the security status, public offerings, custody and secondary market trading of crypto assets.

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RIPPLE LAWSUIT NEWS: SEC DROPS CASE, BUT HERE’S THE WORST CASE SCENARIO

Ripple’s recent legal victory over the SEC has caused a huge stir in the crypto world. After a long legal battle, the SEC dropped its lawsuit against Ripple, which has left the industry buzzing with excitement. This decision marks a huge shift in how regulators will handle digital assets in the U.S., and it could set an important precedent for future cases.

Jeremy Hogan, a legal expert, provided a detailed breakdown of the current situation, explaining that while the SEC has dropped its appeal, it’s still unclear if Ripple has agreed to the same.

He said that the judgment from Judge Torres, which includes a $125 million penalty and an injunction, is the worst case scenario for Ripple. Here’s what could happen next:

1.  Ripple could continue appealing, seeking a court ruling on whether investment contracts require formal agreements.

2.  Ripple might agree to drop its appeal, returning the case to the trial court where both sides could try to amend the judgment.

3.  Ripple could drop its appeal and come to a private agreement with the SEC without modifying the judgment.

4.  Ripple might just pay the $125 million and move on without further legal action.

This outcome could have lasting effects on the crypto industry, as the SEC’s decision to back off from its aggressive stance signals a potential shift toward more clear and balanced regulatory guidelines

The legal victory clears a major roadblock for Ripple and sets the stage for the company to continue its mission of revolutionizing cross-border payments.

It also suggests a future where digital assets may be regulated under clearer rules, creating opportunities for growth in the industry. If Ripple can maintain this momentum, it could be a game-changer for the crypto space and offer a new path forward for digital currencies.

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Sunday Morning 3-23-25

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SEC HOLDS FIRST CRYPTO ROUNDTABLE TO REASSESS REGULATORY FRAMEWORK

Despite presenting contrasting arguments, advocates and skeptics conceded that crypto needs regulatory clarity in the US.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) held its first crypto task force roundtable on March 21 to discuss regulation, which ended in a consensus that crypto needs regulatory clarity in the US despite diverging views among the panelists.

Panelists ranged from crypto advocates to skeptics and the session focused on longstanding debates, including the classification of digital assets and the limits of existing securities laws in addressing decentralized technologies.

Advocates defended decentralization as a gauge for determining whether a token is a security. At the same time, skeptics argued that the current definition by the Howey test works, as the SEC won more motions than lost.

The event marked a shift in tone from the SEC under former Chair Gary Gensler, who frequently characterized most crypto tokens as securities and pursued enforcement actions against major firms.

Legal definitions and the scope of securities law

Discussions extended to what characteristics of digital assets, if any, justify different treatment under the law. Crypto advocates at the event suggested that beyond asking whether something is a security, the more relevant question may be whether certain securities merit exemptive relief.

Proponents argued that one possible differentiator is the degree of control exerted by issuers, a concept that better captures the decentralized nature of many blockchain networks.

Lee Reiners, a lecturing fellow at the Duke Financial Economics Center, said that all panelists agree that Bitcoin (BTC) is not a security because it is sufficiently decentralized.

However, he added that drawing a line to define if something is sufficiently decentralized or an investment contract is impossible, citing a Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) report that divides decentralization by spectrums based on different aspects.

Investor risk and statutory authority

Skeptics of the crypto industry presented contrasting perspectives. Former SEC enforcement official John Reed Stark and the most vocal critic maintained that the agency’s responsibility is to protect investors who purchase digital assets.

Additionally, crypto critics argued that the Howey Test remains a sufficient legal standard and that the SEC’s track record of litigation success affirms its interpretive authority. Stark suggested that there is no need to reinvent the framework.

Despite these divisions, participants generally agreed that clearer definitions and regulatory consistency would benefit the industry and the SEC’s oversight responsibilities.

The roundtable represents the first in a series of efforts to modernize the agency’s stance on crypto markets while balancing investor protection with technological innovation. It signals the beginning of the regulator’s reassessment process.

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RIPPLE PUSHES SEC WITH 3-STEP PLAN FOR CLEAR CRYPTO REGULATIONS

▪️Ripple criticizes past SEC leadership for creating regulatory confusion and urges a return to clear, existing securities laws.

▪️Ripple proposes the SEC focus on enforcing established laws, not creating new ones, to provide clarity for the crypto market.

▪️With the SEC dropping its appeal, the Ripple lawsuit nears resolution, highlighting the need for defined crypto regulations.  

Ripple is calling on the SEC to finally bring clarity to crypto regulations. The company argues that unclear rules have caused confusion for years, making it harder for businesses and investors to navigate the industry. 

This comes after Hester Peirce, head of the SEC’s Crypto Task Force, asked the public for input on how crypto assets should be classified. Her request, titled “There must be some way out of here,” signals an effort to fix the mess left by past SEC leadership.

But Ripple isn’t holding back. The company has strongly criticized the SEC’s previous approach, calling it inconsistent, overly complicated, and legally weak.

Now, Ripple is laying out a clear plan to cut through the confusion – one that could finally bring long-overdue regulatory clarity.

Ripple Criticizes Previous SEC Leadership

In its response, Ripple strongly criticized the SEC’s former chairman, Gary Gensler  arguing that the agency’s past approach to crypto regulation was unclear, overly complicated, and lacked legal support. Ripple suggested that the SEC intentionally created confusion to hide its failure to follow proper legal processes.

To fix this, Ripple outlined three key steps the SEC should take to improve regulatory clarity.

Ripple’s Three-Step Plan for Clearer Regulations

1. Focus on True Securities
Ripple believes the SEC should only regulate assets that legally qualify as securities under federal law. The company argued that many digital assets, especially those that do not generate profit or yield, should not be classified as securities.

2. Enforce Existing Laws Instead of Creating New Ones
Ripple urged the SEC to stick to the laws already in place instead of introducing new rules that could create further confusion. The company stressed that only Congress has the power to make new laws, and the SEC should focus on enforcing existing regulations.

3. Provide Clear Guidelines
Ripple called on the SEC to take a more transparent approach to crypto regulations. It praised the SEC’s decision to clarify that meme coins are not securities, saying such clear guidance helps reduce uncertainty in the market. Ripple is now pushing for similar clarity across the entire crypto industry.

Ripple vs. SEC Lawsuit Nears Its End

Meanwhile, the long-running legal battle between Ripple and the SEC is close to wrapping up. The SEC has dropped its appeal against Ripple, leaving only Ripple’s cross-appeal as the final step. Many legal experts believe Ripple will withdraw its appeal once a favorable agreement with the SEC is reached.

After years of regulatory chaos, the SEC and Ripple might finally be on the same page. The real question is: will crypto finally get the clarity it deserves?

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