According to Eleanor Terrett on Twitter, after consulting three legal sources and reviewing John E Deaton's live analysis, Judge Torres is taking a tough approach in the Ripple case, making it difficult for either party to easily withdraw from proceedings. This move signals that the resolution process will be prolonged and complex, which may lead to continued uncertainty and volatility for XRP price action in the cryptocurrency market (source: Eleanor Terrett Twitter, May 16, 2025). For traders, this highlights the need for cautious strategies and close monitoring of legal developments impacting XRP.

According to Eleanor Terrett on Twitter, the US SEC has announced a settlement with Ripple, CEO Brad Garlinghouse, and co-founder Chris Larsen, agreeing to a reduced penalty of $50 million from the original $125 million, with the remainder returned to Ripple. Both parties will drop appeals if the court lifts restrictions, signaling the end of a long-standing legal battle. This concrete resolution eliminates major regulatory uncertainty around XRP, likely boosting trading volumes and short-term price action as investors react to the clarity on Ripple's legal standing. Market participants should monitor XRP price volatility and liquidity following this news, as the settlement sets a precedent for future crypto-related enforcement actions. (Source: Eleanor Terrett, Twitter, May 8, 2025)

According to Crypto Rover, Ripple made a $4-$5 billion offer to acquire Circle, the issuer of USDC, but Circle rejected the bid, citing it as too low (source: Crypto Rover on Twitter, May 1, 2025). This development signals Ripple's intent to expand its stablecoin footprint and compete directly in the stablecoin market. Traders should monitor USDC and XRP price movements as this failed acquisition could lead to increased competition and possible volatility in both tokens. Market participants are also watching for potential strategic moves from Circle and Ripple in the stablecoin and cross-border payment sectors.

According to Eleanor Terrett, the SEC has postponed its decision on Franklin Templeton’s proposed XRP spot ETF until June 17, as reported on sec.gov. This regulatory delay introduces continued uncertainty for XRP traders and investors, potentially affecting short-term price action and trading volume. Market participants are advised to monitor the June 17 deadline closely, as ETF approval or further delay could trigger significant volatility in XRP markets. Source: Eleanor Terrett Twitter, sec.gov.