A surge in XRP withdrawals has been observed following the recent SEC controversy surrounding former commissioner Paul Atkins and his ties to Ripple. The $220 million outflow, recorded on March 30th, 2025, coincided with a dip in XRP price as market participants reacted to news of the potential conflict of interest. This development comes amidst ongoing scrutiny from the SEC regarding Ripple’s regulatory status. While CEO Brad Garlinghouse hasn’t explicitly commented on the possible connection between Atkins and Ripple, he maintains that Ripple is committed to working closely with global financial regulators to foster innovation while ensuring consumer protection.