🔔 Latest SEC Crypto & XRP Updates
SEC Roundtable on Ripple Case – June 9, 2025
The SEC hosted a high-profile roundtable featuring Chair Paul Atkins and Commissioners, spotlighting the Ripple lawsuit and its implications—potentially shaping the regulatory framework that could pave the way for XRP spot ETF approval etf.com+15fxempire.com+15ainvest.com+15.
Franklin Templeton XRP ETF Decision – Due June 17, 2025
The SEC is scheduled to rule on Franklin Templeton’s XRP spot ETF by this date. Accepted or not, it will likely serve as a key precedent for future altcoin ETF applications, including BlackRock’s Rumored XRP filings blockchainmagazine.net.
Active Backlog of Crypto ETF Filings
Over 70 crypto ETF applications are currently under review. The SEC is expected to use the full review period—typically 240 days—meaning many decisions for altcoins like XRP, DOGE, ADA may not come until Q4 2025 or beyond bloomberg.com+15ccn.com+15ainvest.com+15.
Staking in ETFs Raises Concerns
The SEC has flagged ETFs offering staking rewards (e.g., REX, Osprey) as potentially problematic, signaling increased scrutiny over tokenized yield products pymnts.com+1ft.com+1.
CLARITY Act & Crypto Task Force Progress
Congress is moving the CLARITY Act forward (committee markup expected around June 10), and the SEC’s Crypto Task Force is inching toward more defined crypto regulation—though formal rule-making is still pending fxempire.com+15natlawreview.com+15axios.com+15.
📅 Timeline to Watch
DateEventJune 9, 2025SEC Roundtable discussing Ripple/XRP frameworkJune 10, 2025Expected CLARITY Act markup in financial committeeJune 17, 2025SEC decision on Franklin Templeton XRP ETFQ2–Q4 2025Pending rulings on altcoin ETFs (XRP, ADA, DOGE)
🔭 Why It Matters
Ripple Roundtable may clarify how XRP is treated post-litigation
Franklin Templeton ETF verdict could open floodgates—or slam doors—for altcoin ETFs.
CLARITY Act and Crypto Task Force initiatives may finally introduce consistent rules for staking, custody, and token classification.
Staking ETF anxiety suggests the SEC might tighten its definitions of what qualifies as an ETF vs. a securities service.
🛠 How to Track This in Real-Time
Watch June 9 & 17 closely
Key remarks and official decisions will likely drop by these dates.
Monitor the SEC press releases page
Follow docket numbers for XRP ETF filings and final orders sec.gov+1fxempire.com+1cryptotimes.io+8fxempire.com+8blockchainmagazine.net+8natlawreview.cominvestors.com+7blockchainmagazine.net+7ainvest.com+7cryptotimes.io+6ainvest.com+6cryptoslate.com+6.
Follow Congressional updates on the CLARITY Act
Check for floor votes or amendments post-markup.
Stay alert on ETF filings and comment deadlines
Especially for altcoins—these filings often come with new insights or delays.
✅ Summary
Roundtable on June 9 may shift regulatory tone on XRP.
ETF decision due June 17 could set a critical precedent.
Altcoin ETFs reviewing into Q4 2025, as SEC generally takes full review period.
CLARITY Act progress may introduce long-awaited regulatory guidance.
