Following the dismissal of Ripple’s appeal in the SEC case, XRP saw a temporary price increase, but subsequent trading has been muted. The market response so far suggests expectations for a significant rally following the legal battle’s conclusion have not materialized. This begs the question: what factors might drive the next price surge for XRP? Analysts believe that while legal clarity was welcome, tangible progress on real-world applications is crucial for sustained price growth. 2024’s surge following Donald Trump’s election and former SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s resignation provides a glimpse into how market expectations can impact crypto prices. However, the lack of material response to Ripple’s recent product development efforts suggests that continued progress towards institutional adoption is needed for XRP price momentum.