The Impact of the SEC Lawsuit on Ripple and XRP
Legal background and timeline of the SEC lawsuitIn December 2020, the SEC filed a lawsuit against Ripple Labs, alleging XRP was an unregistered security—triggering a fierce legal battle that reshaped…
Is XRP a Security? David Schwartz’s Explanation
Legal background of securities and XRPUnder U.S. law, a security typically involves an investment of money in a common enterprise with an expectation of profits from others’ efforts—criteria XRP’s classification…
How the SEC Lawsuit Against Ripple Started
Background on Ripple and XRPRipple, founded in 2012, developed XRP to enable fast, low-cost cross-border payments—positioning itself as a blockchain-based alternative to SWIFT, with XRP acting as a bridge currency.SEC's…
David Schwartz’s View on Crypto Regulations
Regulatory challenges facing the crypto industryThe crypto industry wrestles with fragmented global laws, unclear compliance standards, and regulatory uncertainty—factors David Schwartz believes stifle growth and create a perilous environment for…
Did Rosie Rios Help Ripple with the SEC Lawsuit?
Rosie Rios’s background and connection to RippleRosie Rios, former U.S. Treasurer, joined Ripple’s board in 2021, bringing high-level government experience and signaling confidence in Ripple amid its legal battle with…
Rosie Rios’s Influence on Ripple’s Government Strategy
Rosie Rios’s background in public serviceAs the 43rd U.S. Treasurer, Rosie Rios oversaw currency production and championed economic inclusion, bringing unmatched government insight and credibility into Ripple’s public policy and…
Peter Thiel’s Thoughts on the SEC Lawsuit Against Ripple
Thiel’s perspective on regulatory overreachPeter Thiel criticizes the SEC’s aggressive stance, calling it a stifling force on innovation and a dangerous overreach threatening America’s leadership in the rapidly evolving crypto…