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Story: XRP ETF Buzz Grows Amid Unsettled Ripple Lawsuit

By Evie Vavasseur

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As excitement builds around the possibility of an XRP spot ETF, another major storyline is quietly stirring beneath the surface—Ripple’s long-standing legal battle with the U.S.

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Over the past few weeks, major investment firms have thrown their hats into the ring with filings for spot XRP ETFs.

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One of the key dates currently circled on investors’ calendars is June 17, 2025. That’s when the SEC is expected to respond to Franklin Templeton’s XRP ETF application.

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But while ETF optimism is growing, many are still waiting for resolution in the high-profile lawsuit between Ripple and the SEC.

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Recently, rumors began spreading across social media that Ripple and the SEC had quietly reached a settlement behind closed doors.

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Fagel made it clear that despite any agreement between Ripple and the SEC, the case has not been officially resolved.

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“It’s not actually settled,” Fagel explained. “The parties may have entered an agreement, but implementing the settlement requires court action.

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This clarification throws cold water on the widespread belief that a resolution was imminent.

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In the meantime, XRP finds itself in a state of legal limbo. On one hand, there’s growing momentum behind the idea of an ETF, which would be a major win for the token and a step…

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Investors should remain cautious. Until the lawsuit is officially resolved—either through a court-approved settlement or a final ruling—XRP’s future remains uncertain.

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The next few weeks will be critical. As ETF decisions approach and legal proceedings continue behind the scenes, XRP is poised at a crossroads.

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For now, all eyes remain on the SEC, the courts, and Ripple’s next move.

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