Ripple to Pay $125M for Improper XRP Sales.
Ripple Ordered to Pay $125 Million in Penalty for Improperly Selling XRP Tokens and end the case.
Ripple Labs has been ordered by a Manhattan court to pay $125 million in penalties to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over charges of improperly selling the cryptocurrency XRP. This ruling follows the SEC's initial lawsuit filed in 2020, accusing Ripple of raising over $1.3 billion through an unregistered securities offering. The SEC had sought $2 billion in fines, but the final penalty is significantly lower. Ripple's CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, acknowledged the court's decision and expressed intentions to continue the company's growth.
Why It’s Important
The penalty, although substantial, represents only a fraction of the $2 billion initially pursued by the SEC. The lawsuit has been closely monitored as one of the SEC's largest actions in cryptocurrency, highlighting regulatory scrutiny over digital asset sales. The resolution clarifies Ripple and underscores the applicability of securities laws to cryptocurrency offerings.
The Response
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse stated, "We respect the court's decision and have clarity to continue growing our company." An SEC spokesperson emphasized the ruling’s reinforcement of securities laws, regardless of the technology or labels used.
Brad Garlinghouse’s reaction
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has reacted to the final judgment, framing the outcome as a "victory" for his company and the entire industry. Garlinghouse added that the agency's "headwinds" against XRP holders are now gone.
Conclusion
This case mirrors previous financial sector rulings, aligning with predictions made during earlier investments in Ripple. The outcome signifies a critical moment for regulatory practices in the cryptocurrency industry.
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