As the crypto markets surge into a new phase of volatility, XRP traders are bracing for a pivotal legal ruling from Judge Analisa Torres—while a parallel shift inside the SEC could reshape regulatory tone across the entire digital asset space.
Meanwhile, Bitcoin continues to lead market momentum, smashing through the $104,000 mark and pushing the overall market cap back toward all-time highs.
⚖️ Judge Torres Decision Imminent
Crypto eyes are once again on Judge Analisa Torres, who is expected to rule any day now on the proposed Ripple–SEC settlement. The ruling would officially end the multi-year legal battle and solidify XRP’s regulatory standing in U.S. markets.
Legal experts believe approval is likely, especially as the SEC faces internal restructuring and growing pressure to modernize its approach to crypto enforcement.
A favorable Torres decision could open the floodgates for XRP relistings and deeper institutional interest, said one legal analyst on X.
SEC Direction May Be Shifting
Sources in Washington suggest a leadership shakeup at the SEC could soften the agency’s stance on crypto enforcement going forward. While not confirmed, the rumored changes could include:
- Reevaluation of crypto classification standards
- Greater focus on fraud enforcement over asset labeling
- Creation of a dedicated Digital Assets Task Force
These moves may impact the regulatory outlook for other tokens still in limbo, such as ADA, MATIC, and SOL.
Bitcoin Touches $104K
Bitcoin’s ongoing rally pushed it to $104,000, driven by:
- Continued ETF inflows
- Weakening dollar index (DXY)
- Increased institutional rotation into crypto as a hedge
The rally has dragged the altcoin market upward, with XRP briefly hitting $1.13 before retracing slightly.
As BTC moves, so do expectations for every major altcoin—including those still legally vulnerable, said Laura Cheng of CoinTrust Research.
Final Thoughts
With legal clarity potentially just days away and market momentum in full swing, XRP is at a historic inflection point. Between Judge Torres’ ruling and a potential SEC shift, the next 48 hours could be game-changing.
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