Ripple verdict could spark a new bull market — Or more malaise

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Opinion: The verdict in SEC v. Ripple Ripple is going to provide new insight into whether crypto will be deemed legal in the United States.

These documents refer to a 2018 speech by SEC Director William Hinman, during which he provided guidance on how the SEC might analyze whether a particular cryptocurrency should be considered a security. This guidance became significant in the Ripple case, as Ripple’s defense argued that Hinman’s statements bred confusion, leading market participants, including Ripple, to believe that XRP was not a security.

that “many [cryptocurrencies] are securities,” signaling the regulator’s intent to scrutinize more digital assets.A Ripple win could foster increased consumer and institutional trust in digital assets. It could spur investment in the space, emboldening enterprises to create groundbreaking products and services within a clarified regulatory framework. A loss could hinder mainstream acceptance as regulatory uncertainties continue to deter potential participants.

 

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