How XRP’s legal victory turned it into Wall Street’s favorite crypto
XRP’s legal victory reshaped investor confidence, establishing it as a preferred choice for investors seeking regulated, liquid crypto assets.
XRP (XRP), introduced by Ripple Labs in 2012, was designed as a fast and cost-effective digital asset for cross-border transactions. However, its growth was hindered by a 2020 lawsuit from the US Securities and Exchange Commission, which alleged that Ripple had conducted unregistered securities offerings.
The multi-year case left XRP’s regulatory status uncertain, discouraging banks and funds from using its payment network. Portfolio managers viewed XRP as a high-risk asset, limiting its growth compared to other cryptocurrencies, particularly Ether (ETH).
