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On August 8, the XRP community was on cloud nine after a big update appeared in the long-running Ripple vs SEC case. It was announced that both sides, Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, had filed a Joint Dismissal of Appeals, effectively meaning the case was over.
This news marked the end of more than five years of legal battles, with many expecting strong reactions from Ripple’s leadership. However, some found it unusual that Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse remained silent for over 24 hours after the news broke.
Confusion and Doubts Among $XRP XRP Holders
While some celebrated the announcement, others in the $XRP XRP community questioned whether the case had truly ended. A few social media users even called it “fake news”, pointing to the SEC website and claiming nothing had been officially confirmed.
Others said this could be a “diversion”, saying that both parties had not yet issued formal public statements. This uncertainty fueled confusion and even FUD (fear, uncertainty, and doubt) among investors.
However, Ripple CLO Stuart Alderoty commented and said, “Following the Commission’s vote today, the SEC and Ripple formally filed directly with the Second Circuit to dismiss their appeals. The end…and now back to business.”
Former SEC Lawyer Clears the Air
Former SEC attorney Marc Fagel stepped in to clarify the situation. “The joint stipulation of dismissal is public, so not sure what you think needs to be announced,” he said.
The joint stipulation of dismissal is public, so not sure what you think needs to be announced.
— Marc Fagel (@Marc_Fagel) August 10, 2025
Fagel explained that Judge Analisa Torres, who oversaw the case, does not need to sign off on anything at this stage. Once the Court of Appeals completes the administrative process of dismissing the appeals, her original ruling against the SEC will automatically take effect.
“No judges need to weigh in on anything at this point,” Fagel stated, stressing that the case is effectively over.
What’s Next for Ripple and $XRP XRP?
With the appeals dismissed, Ripple is free from the “Bad Actor” label, possibly opening doors for fundraising and further business expansion. Still, until an official statement comes directly from Ripple or the SEC, parts of the community may remain skeptical.
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Hello all
Honestly, I expect a slightly bullish Monday/Tuesday for ETH — leaning upward, but as usual with some choppy pullbacks.
Why I think so:
• Over the weekend, crypto didn’t dump, and ETH ETFs have been seeing inflows in recent days — on Monday, the funds will “catch up” to spot prices, which often adds fuel.
• BTC is strong — usually ETH at least follows along (even if it lags).
• The technical picture is simple: holding the ~$4,100–4,150 zone gives a chance to break $4,200; above that — the path opens to $4,350/4,500. The bear scenario is a solid drop below $4,050–4,000.
Scenario outlook:
• Bullish: hold 4.1k → break 4.2k → acceleration toward 4.35–4.5k.
• Bearish: Monday morning with ETF outflows → break 4.05k → test 3.95–3.9k.
Key indicator to watch tomorrow morning: ETH spot-ETF inflows/outflows and the ETH/BTC pair (ideally holding ≥0.035). If money flows into the funds, the probability of a green day is higher.
What professionals are saying:
• Pentoshi (trader): says that ETH’s weekend levels have set the stage for strong growth on Monday, with large buys expected to further boost liquidity and the so-called “buy-side momentum” at the start of the week.
• Ted Pillows (analyst): calls the current market structure the most bullish ever, citing aggressive buying from new ETH ETFs, institutional investors, and even governments, creating a foundation for long-term steady growth.
• Cointelegraph (Merlijn The Trader): believes that if ETH breaks the $4,200 level, it could shoot up following a 2021-style scenario — with a strong move of 100–200%+.
• BeInCrypto: notes that despite record ETF outflows on “Black Monday” — over $465 million — ETH’s price has remained stable due to the dominance of long-term holders (LTH) who aren’t selling during pullbacks.
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My view:
ETH gained slightly over the weekend and then pulled back a bit — normal behavior amid volatility. The fundamentals remain intact: ETF inflows, institutional interest, and key technical levels breaking — all of this creates a base for continued growth if buying pressure persists.
What could push ETH higher on Monday:
• New large purchases from funds and wallets
• A possible breakout above $4,200, which could trigger a short squeeze
• Support from LTH holders who don’t sell during dips
What could slightly slow the growth:
• Continued ETF outflows
• Technical momentum stalling at key resistance levels
• Negative macroeconomic news from major markets
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Conclusion:
Most signals and market participants point to a bullish start of the week for ETH — especially if previous ETF inflows and institutional demand continue. But there are no guarantees — the crypto market is unpredictable.
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