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Ripple Scores Partial Victory in Legal Battle with SEC, but Faces $125M Penalty

Following the ruling, XRP's price surged by over 20%, reflecting investor confidence and the broader industry's view of the decision as a positive development for the crypto market.
Ravi KumarBy Ravi KumarAugust 8, 2024Updated:August 10, 2024No Comments3 Mins Read
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Ripple Scores Partial Victory in Legal Battle with SEC, but Faces $125M Penalty
Ripple Scores Partial Victory in Legal Battle with SEC, but Faces $125M Penalty
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Key Takeaways

  • Ripple Labs was fined $125 million by a New York federal court for violating securities laws through institutional XRP sales, a figure significantly lower than the $2 billion initially sought by the SEC.
  • Ripple is now permanently restrained from violating federal securities laws in the future, with the court expressing concern over the company’s aggressive legal approach.

In a landmark ruling on August 7, 2024, New York federal judge Analisa Torres ordered Ripple Labs to pay a $125 million civil penalty for violating federal securities laws through institutional sales of XRP. While the fine is significant, it falls short of the $2 billion originally sought by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

The ruling comes as the culmination of a contentious legal battle between Ripple and the SEC, which began in December 2020. The SEC had accused Ripple of using XRP, the digital token at the heart of its operations, as an unregistered security to raise funds. This case has been closely watched by industry participants and regulators alike, given its potential to set precedents for how digital assets are regulated in the United States.

XRP surges 20% as a New York federal judge concludes that #XRP is not a security in the SEC vs. Ripple case. pic.twitter.com/lCxCJwh45l

— AlexaBlockchain (@AlexaBlockchain) August 8, 2024

Judge Torres’ decision to impose a $125 million penalty was based on 1,278 specific transactions identified as violations of Section 5 of the Securities Act. The judge acknowledged Ripple’s efforts to comply with the law but noted that the firm’s aggressive approach to pushing legal boundaries indicated a “reasonable probability of future violations,” warranting a permanent injunction against future infractions.

The judgment, while a clear signal to the cryptocurrency industry that regulatory oversight will be strict, was tempered by the court’s rejection of the SEC’s more aggressive financial demands.

Ripple’s CEO Brad Garlinghouse quickly framed the outcome as a significant win for the company and the broader digital asset ecosystem. In a statement on X, Garlinghouse hailed the decision as a “victory for Ripple, the industry, and the rule of law,” emphasizing the reduction of the SEC’s initial demand by approximately 94%.

The SEC asked for $2B, and the Court reduced their demand by ~94% recognizing that they had overplayed their hand. We respect the Court’s decision and have clarity to continue growing our company.

This is a victory for Ripple, the industry and the rule of law. The SEC’s…

— Brad Garlinghouse (@bgarlinghouse) August 7, 2024

Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty, echoed this sentiment, expressing respect for the court’s decision and a sense of relief that the case is nearing its conclusion. “We respect the Court’s decision and have clarity to continue growing our company,” Alderoty said, suggesting that Ripple is now better positioned to move forward without the overhang of regulatory uncertainty.

The immediate market reaction to the ruling underscored the broader sentiment of relief within the cryptocurrency space. XRP, Ripple’s native token, surged by over 20%, jumping from $0.50 to $0.62 in the hours following the announcement.

This price movement reflects renewed investor confidence in the token and the broader market’s interpretation of the ruling as a positive development for digital assets.

The court’s ruling that XRP is not a security, particularly concerning programmatic sales on exchanges, reinforces a critical legal distinction that could have far-reaching implications for how other cryptocurrencies are classified and regulated. This aspect of the decision may provide a clearer framework for digital asset companies navigating the complex and evolving regulatory landscape.

As Ripple prepares to pay the $125 million fine within the 30-day window set by the court, the case appears to be entering its final stages. With the SEC having dropped its claims against Ripple’s executives, including Garlinghouse and Executive Chair Chris Larsen, in 2023, the focus now shifts to the broader implications of this ruling.

Read Also: Ripple’s Victory Over SEC Bolsters Crypto Industry Amid Regulatory Uncertainty

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Ravi is Founder and Chief Content Officer of AlexaBlockchain. He writes about everything at the cross-section of blockchain, crypto, AI, markets, and the economy. Ravi can be reached at ravi@alexablockchain.com

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