Ripple SEC Case Nears Climax: Legal Expert Eyes April 16 as Pivotal Deadline
The long running battle between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may finally be coming to an end—and all eyes are on April 16, 2025.
That’s the deadline for Ripple to file its appellate brief, a key milestone that could either extend the court case—or bring it to a close.
According to legal expert Fred Rispoli, who’s been following the case closely, this date could be a turning point. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), Rispoli said Ripple has a binary decision to make: file the brief or settle.
What’s at Stake on April 16?
Rispoli puts the odds of Ripple actually filing the brief at 10%. Instead, he sees a 90% chance Ripple either settles with the SEC or withdraws from the appeal altogether.
That’s big—not just for Ripple but for the entire crypto industry.
“This could be the end of the road for the Ripple case,” Rispoli noted. “And it could bring much needed clarity on how digital assets are regulated in the U.S.”
If Ripple settles, it could be the beginning of a new era for XRP, getting the company out of years of legal limbo and potentially opening the door for broader institutional adoption.
Is the SEC-Ripple War Finally Over?
The SEC dropped its appeal earlier this year—and Ripple followed by withdrawing its cross-appeal—but the case isn’t closed yet. Final settlement terms are still pending and some think a deal is already being worked out behind the scenes.
Interestingly, a recent mysterious court filing has raised questions about delays. But Rispoli thinks a resolution could come soon—possibly within the next two months—if not by April 16 itself.
Ripple’s Next Move Will Shape Crypto Regulation
The Ripple-SEC case has always been about more than XRP. It’s become a test case for how digital assets will be treated under U.S. securities law. A settlement could set a precedent—for token offerings to compliance frameworks across the crypto landscape.
That’s why April 16 isn’t just another court date—it could be the beginning of the end of one of crypto’s most watched legal battles.
Bottom Line:
April 16, 2025: Ripple’s deadline to file its appellate brief or settle.* 90% chance of resolution: Fred Rispoli thinks Ripple will settle or withdraw.
Bigger picture: A settlement could change how crypto is regulated in the U.S.
Conclusion
For Ripple, April 16 may be the day it leaves the court behind. For crypto investors, regulators and startups, it’s the day that will shape the future of digital asset regulation in the U.S.
Stay tuned—because this time, the end really might be in sight.
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