The recent surge in XRP’s value following Donald Trump’s November 5 presidential election victory has positioned it as one of the most significant winners in the crypto market.
Since Election Day, the token’s price has increased by over 400%, reaching $2.86, its highest value since the cryptocurrency boom of 2017-2018. This rally has also driven Ripple Chairman Chris Larsen’s net worth to $9.2 billion, up from $3.3 billion, marking a substantial increase of 270%.
XRP’s Market Performance and Criticism
XRP’s current market valuation stands at $138 billion, reflecting growing investor optimism. However, skepticism about its utility persists. A Times Tabloid report earlier this year highlighted Forbes’ mention of XRP as a “Zombie Blockchain ,” noting that despite its market size, it has failed to achieve its intended purpose of replacing SWIFT in global interbank transfers.
Legal Challenges and Regulatory Developments
The ongoing legal battle between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) remains a focal point for the cryptocurrency’s future.
In December 2020, the SEC filed a lawsuit alleging that Ripple conducted a $1.3 billion unregistered securities offering through the sale of XRP tokens.
While Ripple achieved a partial victory in July 2023 , Judge Analisa Torres ruled that retail sales of XRP through exchanges did not violate securities laws. However, institutional sales of XRP were deemed unlawful under U.S. securities regulations.
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The legal uncertainty surrounding XRP has been a significant hurdle, but recent political changes have renewed optimism. With Gary Gensler, who became a prominent adversary of the crypto industry during his tenure as SEC Chairman, set to resign in January 2025 , speculation about a more crypto-friendly regulatory approach under the Trump administration has grown.
Investors are betting on XRP’s potential to benefit from a pro-crypto regulatory environment under the new administration. Many in the industry expect the incoming SEC chair to prioritize resolving XRP’s legal challenges, which could pave the way for spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tied to the token.
Implications for XRP
The resolution of the SEC case could remove a major obstacle for XRP, providing clarity and potentially unlocking additional institutional investment. A clean regulatory slate would likely boost XRP’s adoption and cement its position in the cryptocurrency market.
Chris Larsen’s substantial financial gains underline XRP’s impressive performance and its evolving narrative in a shifting regulatory landscape. While challenges persist, the coming months may prove pivotal for XRP.
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