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Ripple’s Stuart Alderoty comments Gary Gensler’s departure, signaling hope for crypto-friendly SEC leadership.
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SEC shakeup sparks optimism for XRP’s regulatory clarity and Ripple’s legal battles.
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Alderoty’s “Gary Who?” jab highlights Ripple’s focus on XRP’s future amid SEC’s leadership changes.
Gary Gensler resigning as SEC chair on January 20, 2025 marks a major turning-point for the cryptocurrency market and XRP in particular. Since April 2021, Gensler has focused his leadership on strict enforcement policies. This has had a significant impact Ripple and XRP.
Investors are wondering if Gensler’s resignation will lead to a rally or further consolidation of XRP. The political backdrop, such as Donald Trump’s presidency, and the potential appointment Paul Atkins to be SEC Chair, increases the anticipation.
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Gensler’s SEC Tenure and Ripple’s Legal Struggles
Gensler’s tenure at the SEC is defined by aggressive regulation. During his tenure at the SEC, the agency pursued 2,700 cases and secured $2.7 billion of investor returns. It also implemented 46 new rules.
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His approach to cryptocurrency regulation, and in particular the classification of XRP a security, has generated widespread controversy. This decision triggered a lengthy legal battle with Ripple. XRP’s value dropped from a high of $3.80 down to an average of only $0.50.
Related : SEC Chair Gary Gensler is pressed about crypto in his last interview with Joe Kernen
After Trump’s election victory in 2024, Ripple’s future outlook improved. Investor confidence pushed XRP up to a seven-year-high of $3.38. Many believe that Ripple will see a more favorable regulatory climate with the new SEC leadership and growing calls for clearer cryptocurrency policies.
The news that Paul Atkins will be the new SEC chair has created optimism. Atkins, known for his crypto-friendly position, is expected to bring more balance to regulation. Discussions about the approval of a Ripple-based ETF are also gaining momentum.
According to Polymarket, there is 71% chance that an XRP-based ETF will be approved. Analysts estimate that the ETF could attract $4-8 million in capital inflows in its first year. Analysts at JPMorgan suggest that such a move would boost XRP’s price and set the stage for its long-term growth.
Related – Ripple XRP Optimism soars ahead of Trump’s Inauguration and Gensler Exit
XRP Price Forecast: Challenges and Opportunity
XRP currently trades at $3.11, a decline of 5.48% over the last 24 hours.
Despite the volatility, the upcoming SEC changes in leadership and the evolving regulatory landscape may open doors for recovery. Ripple’s team of lawyers, led by Stuart Alderoty remains optimistic that a regulatory framework supportive to the company will soon emerge.
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