A potential resolution to the years-long legal battle between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) remains uncertain, despite claims of a settlement from Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse. Ripple has asserted that the case is now settled, with both sides dropping their respective appeals and agreeing on a $50 million fine. However, the SEC has not yet confirmed this reported agreement, leading to continued speculation about the case’s final status. The situation escalated when the SEC filed a motion opposing an independent party’s attempt to introduce evidence potentially beneficial to Ripple (Justin W. Keener). The SEC argued that the case has moved from district court to the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, that the defendant Ripple possesses discretion over such evidence and lacks legal standing. Legal analysis by Bill Morgan pointed out inconsistencies between Ripple’s announcement of a concluded settlement and the SEC’s statement to Judge Analisa Torres claiming that the appeal process is ongoing. This discrepancy has further fueled uncertainty regarding the case’s final status, impacting XRP price movement and regulatory discussions in the crypto community. Experts are calling for clarity from the SEC to confirm whether the case has reached a definitive conclusion or if legal proceedings will continue. The outcome of this prolonged battle continues to have major implications for crypto regulation in the United States. Disclaimer: This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. Times Tabloid does not represent any opinions on XRP or any investment decisions.