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 <li>Ripple alleges SEC’s inconsistent approach to crypto regulation, leading to debate.</li> 
 <li>Crypto analyst Huber hints at preferential treatment for Ethereum by the SEC.</li> 
 <li>Ongoing legal disputes highlight the urgent need for consistent crypto regulatory standards.</li> 
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<p>Ripple’s recent revelations have exposed a glaring inconsistency in the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) approach to digital currencies, reigniting a contentious debate within the crypto community. Ripple has accused the SEC of applying a double standard when evaluating cryptocurrencies using the Howey Test, prompting comparisons with Ethereum’s treatment by the regulatory body.</p> 
<p>Esteemed crypto analyst Mr. Huber has weighed in on the matter, asserting that while Ripple’s allegations cast doubt on the SEC’s impartiality, Ethereum seems to enjoy preferential treatment. Huber even insinuated potential behind-the-scenes influence over the SEC’s decisions.</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">It's great how Ripple smugly points out that the SEC is applying Howey to all cryptocurrencies except Ethereum. They are not talking about how the Ethereum crooks were bribing the SEC, because maybe the monopoly for Ethereum really is just inconceivable clumsiness. <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f602.png" alt="😂" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;"> <a href="https://t.co/JD9pDOYOnH" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">pic.twitter.com/JD9pDOYOnH</a></p>— Mr. Huber 
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<p>The ongoing legal battle between Ripple and the SEC has added fuel to the fire. Ripple has expressed frustration with the SEC’s handling of the case against its executives, questioning the regulator’s claim that it’s merely applying established legal principles. Ripple argues that the rapidly evolving nature of the cryptocurrency industry demands clear and consistent regulatory guidance.</p> 
<p>The SEC’s history with Ethereum has also come under scrutiny. In 2014, Ethereum’s initial coin offering (ICO) raised questions about whether Ether should be classified as a security. However, in 2018, the SEC declared Ether to be non-security due to its decentralized structure, sparking allegations of preferential treatment.</p> 
<p>Ultimately, XRP and Ethereum’s pivotal roles in the crypto space are undeniable, with their ongoing controversies highlighting the pressing need for consistent and fair regulatory standards in the ever-evolving digital currency landscape.</p> 
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<p>The post <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cryptonewsland.com/crypto-sleuth-hints-secs-double-standards-ripple-and-ethereum-in-the-spotlight/">Crypto Sleuth Hints SEC’s Double Standards: Ripple and Ethereum in the Spotlight</a> appeared first on <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cryptonewsland.com">Crypto News Land</a>.</p>

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