Crypto Milestone: Judge Torres’ Ripple Ruling Redefines Digital Asset Laws

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Judge Analisa Torres’ ruling in the Ripple lawsuit is a game-changer for crypto. By applying the Howey analysis to XRP, she’s paved a fresh path for digital assets within securities laws. This groundbreaking move reshapes how regulators view and regulate cryptos like XRP. Amidst recent market turbulence, XRP holds its ground at $0.60, demonstrating remarkable resilience despite fluctuations that have affected its weekly and monthly gains.

Breaking Down The Legal Insights 

Legal expert J W Verret sees this ruling as a beacon for crypto firms, guiding them through regulatory complexities. He emphasizes the significance of understanding crypto sales within the realm of securities laws, highlighting the ruling’s critical role in navigating regulatory pressures.

Judge Torres’ ruling provides a shield against attempts by the SEC to bypass established laws. Moreover, Verret’s analysis underscores Judge Torres’ July 13 ruling, clearing XRP as a non-security by applying the Howey Test and preventing the SEC from arguing alternative facts. Torres’ scrutiny of individual sales categories revealed that most were blind bid/ask transactions, not qualifying as securities sales. This critical assessment led to the conclusion that XRP does not fall under the security label, primarily due to the SEC’s inability to demonstrate Ripple’s communications’ impact on XRP buyers. 

What’s Next?

As Bitcoin dips below $42,000, XRP maintains stability at $0.60, slightly retracting from recent highs. Its current position above key moving averages ($0.6119 and $0.5589) suggests the potential for a bounce-back. But experts warn of a bearish trend if XRP drops below $0.60, projecting a potential decline to $0.5456.

However, staying above these levels could propel XRP back to $0.6820, as witnessed earlier this month. If this level is maintained, the price will attempt to test its upper resistance level of $0.70. Conversely, if bears gain power and pull the price below the support level, it will test its lower support level of $0.5885. If bears dominate, the Ripple price will plunge further and test its crucial support level of $0.5666 this month.