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<p>The post <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://coinpedia.org/news/xrp-community-gears-up-for-possible-ripple-sec-settlement-talks/">XRP Community Gears Up for Possible Ripple-SEC Settlement Talks</a> appeared first on <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://coinpedia.org">Coinpedia Fintech News</a></p>
<p>The cryptocurrency world is gripped with anticipation as the legal battle between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple Labs takes another twist. Following a recent court mandate, the XRP community has ignited conversations around the potential for a settlement in this landmark lawsuit. But what are the odds, and how could each scenario play out? Let’s dive into the details.</p>
<p>Judge Analisa Torres, presiding over the case, has compelled both parties to hold a physical settlement discussion before the pretrial conference slated for April 16, 2024. The court’s specific language called for both parties’ counsel to “meet in person for at least one hour to discuss the settlement of this matter.” <a href="https://coinpedia.org/news/ripple-vs-sec-sec-is-wasting-judge-torress-time-in-a-disrespectful-way/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">The question remains</a>: will this finally pave the way for a resolution?</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-possible-outcomes-in-ripple-lawsuit"><strong>Possible Outcomes in Ripple Lawsuit</strong></h2>
<p>Jeremy Hogan, a partner at Hogan &amp; Hogan Law Firm and a prominent voice in cryptocurrency, recently broke down the probabilities of various outcomes in this protracted legal conflict. According to Hogan, there are primarily three possibilities:</p>
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">OVERVIEW: The Judge issued a "Summary Judgment" and denied an (early) appeal.<br><br>The SEC has a 100% right to appeal when the whole case is finished and that will happen when there is a "Final Judgment."<br><br>As you will see, the SEC has no real good options.</p>— Jeremy Hogan (@attorneyjeremy1) <a href="https://twitter.com/attorneyjeremy1/status/1711032771387277332?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">October 8, 2023</a>
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 <li><strong>SEC moves forward with a trial against individual defendants (39.456% chance): </strong>Hogan notes that the SEC would have to wait until 2027 for a final resolution if they opt for this route, making it a highly unattractive choice.</li>
 <li><strong>SEC settles against individual defendants and obtains a Final Judgment against Ripple (32.113% chance): Hogan believes </strong>this would be the most efficient way for the SEC to get to an appellate court, potentially resolving the case by August 2026.</li>
 <li><strong>SEC settles all litigation against Ripple and individual defendants (18.987% chance): </strong>Despite being the least likely scenario according to Hogan, this route would be a ‘win-win’ for both parties, giving the SEC another feather in its cap and allowing Ripple to move forward.</li>
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<p>Hogan has also set a specific date for a potential settlement, marking it for December 21, 2023. While the odds are less than 20%, the possibility has set the XRP community abuzz with anticipation.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="strong-community-speculations-strong"><strong>Community Speculations</strong></h2>
<p>Aside from Hogan’s expert analysis, the XRP community has been rife with speculations. Influencer Jenny Q has opined that a settlement might not be on the cards despite Ripple having the upper hand. Adding to this mix are rumors suggesting that the SEC and Ripple are already discussing a settlement.</p>
<p>Regardless of the outcome, this lawsuit could set a precedent for how cryptocurrencies are regulated in the United States. The SEC has faced many criticisms for its overreaching stance on digital assets, and a loss could significantly alter its approach in future cases. Conversely, a win for the SEC could usher in a new era of regulatory scrutiny for cryptocurrencies.</p>

XRP Community Gears Up for Possible Ripple-SEC Settlement Talks

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