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RIPPLE NEWS: SEC’s Decision on Crypto Classification Ends XRP Lawsuit Appeal
In a major win for Ripple and the crypto industry, the SEC has officially decided not to appeal the XRP ruling, according to WallStreetBulls. This move marks the end of the highly publicized legal battle that’s loomed over Ripple’s future since December 2020.
The case, which revolved around whether XRP was an unregistered security, cast a shadow over Ripple and its market operations for nearly three years. However, with the SEC backing down, Ripple can now move forward without fear of further legal challenges.
What influenced this sudden turn of events? Let’s understand the SEC’s confusion!
A Shift in SEC’s Stance
The SEC’s decision not to appeal stems from its position in the ongoing Binance case. In this case, the SEC has acknowledged that crypto, by itself, does not meet the criteria to be classified as a security. This acknowledgment undermined the very foundation of its lawsuit against Ripple, leaving little room for an appeal.
The original lawsuit accused Ripple of selling unregistered securities through XRP sales. But with the SEC’s stance now shifting, continuing the fight would have been futile. This development not only brings relief to Ripple but could have long-term implications for other cryptocurrencies facing similar scrutiny.
Ripple’s Victory – A Game Changer for Crypto?
Ripple’s win is seen as a huge milestone for the broader crypto space. The SEC’s acceptance that crypto isn’t automatically a security could reshape how regulators treat digital assets. This case closure sets a crucial precedent, possibly helping other cryptocurrencies navigate regulatory challenges with more confidence.
Stuart Alderoty, Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer, added another layer of insight, reminding everyone that while Ripple’s battle is over, the “fair notice” defense remains vital for other crypto entities.
He criticized the SEC’s reliance on the 2017 DAO report, stating it was confusing, and the SEC even apologized for the lack of clarity. This highlights that despite Ripple’s victory, there’s still work to clear up regulatory ambiguity in the industry.
As Ripple emerges from this legal saga, the focus now shifts to how this ruling will impact future regulatory actions. Will the SEC’s shifting stance lead to greater acceptance of cryptocurrencies? One thing is certain: this victory could open doors for more market adoption and provide a clearer framework for the future of digital assets.
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Source: Coinpedia
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XRP NEWS: Robinhood Relists XRP After Ripple’s Legal Victory
XRP is back in action, breaking past $0.5900 and eyeing its July 2024 high of $0.6602, all thanks to Robinhood re-listing it on its commission-free platform! This comes as Ripple’s legal battle with the SEC officially ends, sparking optimism in the crypto community. While the addition of XRP to Robinhood’s crypto brokerage is exciting news, there’s more to the story let’s dig in.
XRP Listing on Robinhood – A Strategic Move?
Robinhood’s crypto arm quietly updated its supported assets to include XRP, alongside other coins like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Shiba Inu. However, the platform hasn’t officially announced the move, leaving the community to discover the change on its help page. The catch? Only EU customers can currently trade XRP, leaving U.S. users waiting for potential updates.
While trading isn’t available yet, Robinhood users can now see XRP’s price chart, which is exciting for the XRP community. This could mean wider market access and more trading activity, which could make investors and fans hopeful.
Speculation around XRP’s return to Robinhood had been brewing, especially after the brokerage acquired Bitstamp, which supports XRP trading. However, the lengthy Ripple vs. SEC lawsuit had been a significant hurdle, now cleared after Ripple agreed to pay $125 million in fines, resolving the case without an appeal from the SEC.
More Listings on the Horizon?
With the lawsuit behind them, Ripple has newfound regulatory clarity, making XRP an attractive asset for exchanges and investors. Robinhood’s move could encourage other platforms to relist the coin as well, especially as XRP has seen a 3.75% rise in value, trading at $0.5898, outpacing other top 10 coins.
In addition to Robinhood’s listing, Grayscale’s launch of the first XRP Trust has further bolstered confidence in XRP’s future, with increasing prospects for a potential spot ETF. As Ripple emerges from its legal struggles, more support for XRP seems inevitable, with growing optimism for the coin’s adoption.
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Source: Coinpedia
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BANK OF RUSSIA TO LAUNCH DIGITAL RUBLE PAYMENT INFRASTRUCTURE BY JULY 2025
The Bank of Russia aims to open the payment infrastructure for the Russian central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital ruble, by July next year.
Larger banks will offer digital ruble accounts and services by this deadline, with smaller institutions following later. The initiative seeks to enhance payment efficiency and reduce costs, with retailers also required to accept digital rubles. A pilot program is currently underway involving banks, individuals, and businesses.
Russia Plans Digital Ruble Rollout by 2025
The Bank of Russia has submitted a proposal to open the payment infrastructure for Russia’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital ruble, by July 1, 2025, local media reported last week.
The largest banks in Russia will be required to offer services such as digital ruble accounts, transfers, and payments within their systems. The aim is to allow citizens and businesses to use the digital ruble alongside traditional payment methods like cash and non-cash transactions.
The central bank forwarded its proposed legal amendments to the Russian Ministry of Finance, establishing different deadlines for various financial institutions.
Larger banks are expected to be ready by July 2025, while others with a universal license have until July 2026. Smaller credit institutions must comply by July 2027.
Retailers with annual revenues over 30 million rubles will also be required to accept digital rubles starting in 2025, with smaller businesses following in the next two years.
The Bank of Russia explained:
Both banks and trade and service enterprises will be able to implement their acceptance as their systems become ready.
The digital ruble is intended to improve payment systems by reducing costs and increasing efficiency. Payments will be made through a universal QR code system based on the NSPK platform, eliminating extra expenses for banks and businesses.
Digital ruble transactions for citizens will be free, and businesses will have the option to choose between digital and traditional rubles. Currently, a pilot program involving 12 banks is in place, and as of Sept. 1, the program expanded to include 9,000 individuals and 1,200 businesses. “People and businesses will choose which form of the ruble to use,” said the Bank of Russia.
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Source: Bitcoin News
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Sen. Coons’ S. 4751 Could Limit Crypto Firms’ Ability To Challenge SEC
In July 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Corner Post, Inc. v. Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System expanded the ability of plaintiffs to sue federal agencies. The Court ruled that the statute of limitations to challenge an agency action starts when the plaintiff is harmed, not when the action occurs.
Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s decision extended the timeframe for companies to file lawsuits against regulations, allowing challenges long after the rules are issued.
However, Senate bill 4751, the Agency Stability Restoration Act of 2024, sponsored by Sen. Chris Coons (D-DE), aims to limit this by setting a strict six-year statute of limitations from the date of the agency action, regardless of when harm occurs. Co-sponsors of the bill include Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Peter Welch (D-VT), and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI).
For the crypto industry, which has long been at odds with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under Chair Gary Gensler in particular, the bill could significantly impact its legal strategy.
The industry’s ability to challenge SEC enforcement under the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) often hinges on demonstrating harm from the agency’s actions. If passed, the Act would require these challenges to happen quickly, potentially before the full effect of regulations is known.
The Corner Post Decision: Broadening The Right To Challenge
In Corner Post, a North Dakota truck stop challenged a 2011 Federal Reserve rule on debit card fees, even though it didn’t open until 2018.
The key issue was whether the six-year statute of limitations started in 2011, when the rule was issued, or in 2018, when the business was affected. In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court ruled the clock starts only when the plaintiff suffers harm.
Justice Barrett, writing for the majority, called the case “straightforward,” explaining that a claim under the APA doesn’t begin until there’s a “complete and present cause of action.” Critics, like The Center for Progressive Reform, fear this decision will lead to lawsuits long after a rule is enacted, but Barrett argued that more time to sue doesn’t guarantee success.
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Source: Forbes
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HEDERA CONTRIBUTES ENTIRE CODEBASE TO LINUX FOUNDATION
Hedera shifts toward open-source decentralization, transferring its codebase to Linux Foundation’s Decentralized Trust for global collaboration.
Hedera, a decentralized public network, announced that it has become a founding premier member of the Linux Foundation’s newly launched decentralized trust initiative.
The decentralized network contributed its entire source code, including its hashgraph consensus algorithm and all core services, tools and libraries, to the Linux Foundation.
Hedera’s contribution, which forms the new project “Hiero,” aims to allow developers to collaborate on decentralized trust technologies globally under an open-source and inclusive framework.
Project Hiero
Hedera’s decision to transfer its entire codebase to the LF Decentralized Trust initiative indicates a substantial shift toward decentralization.
Daniela Barbosa, GM of decentralized technologies at the Linux Foundation and executive director of LF Decentralized Trust, told Cointelegraph that open-source development is “essential for decentralized technologies.”
“At LF Decentralized Trust we believe that open source, combined with open development and open governance as part of a neutral foundation, is the future of decentralized technologies that will be adopted across enterprise, governments, and app ecosystems.”
Implications for developers
As Charles Adkins, president of Hedera, explained to Cointelegraph, the open-source model is anticipated to benefit developers by fostering collaboration and interoperability.
“By contributing Hedera’s codebase to Hiero under Linux Foundation’s Decentralized Trust, developers gain access to a more open, collaborative environment.” Adkins explained that this development allows developers from “various ecosystems to engage with Hedera’s technology more easily, accelerating innovation and adoption.”
Hedera joins the DeRec Alliance
On Sept. 5, Hedera and Cardano’s development arm, Input Output (IOHK), became the final founding members of the Decentralized Recovery Alliance (DeRec Alliance).
The two final members will serve on the Technical Oversight Committee for the next two years, helping shape policies and standards that simplify user experience and facilitate crypto recovery.
Leemon Baird, chief scientist at Hashgrapha and co-founder of DeRec, told Cointelegraph that it was “great to see the industry coming together” to address a “critical need for a safety net.”
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Source: CoinTelegraph
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