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    Ripple IPO to Launch in 2025? Trump’s SEC Leadership May Open New Doors

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    • A pro-XRP lawyer predicts Ripple will go public soon after the anticipated leadership change at the SEC.

    • The lawyer believes the SEC's appeal against the Ripple court ruling will likely fail, citing the ruling's fact-based nature and potential damage to the SEC's credibility.

    • The lawyer expects a more favorable regulatory environment under Atkins, leading to a potential resolution of the SEC case.

    Ripple CEO brad garlinghouse recently hinted that the company might reconsider its stance on going public, depending on the upcoming leadership change at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). He highlighted the challenges Ripple has faced under the current SEC leadership as the main reason for not pursuing an IPO.

    This has led to bold predictions from pro-XRP lawyer John Deaton about Ripple’s future. Here’s what you should know!

    Is Rippleโ€™s IPO Coming Up?

    If the SEC’s crypto-skeptic stance under Chairman gary gensler is the primary reason Ripple has hesitated to go public, the expected leadership change could be a game-changer. With Gensler potentially replaced by Paul Atkins, who is more favorable toward crypto, Ripple could find the regulatory environment more supportive. This shift in leadership could be the push the company needs to reconsider its IPO plans.

    Pro-XRP lawyer John Deaton has predicted that Ripple may launch its IPO as early as Q4 2025 or Q1 2026. The change in SEC leadership could provide the right conditions for Ripple to take this step.

    Here’s Why SEC May Lose the Appeal

    The SEC has appealed a 2023 court ruling that sided with Ripple, declaring that XRP is not a security when sold to retail investors on exchanges. However, Deaton is optimistic that the SEC will eventually withdraw its appeal. He believes the legal battle may soon be resolved in Rippleโ€™s favor.

    Deaton pointed out several reasons why the SECโ€™s appeal is unlikely to succeed. First, the original ruling was based on facts, not legal precedent, so it doesn’t set a binding rule for other cases. Second, Deaton argued that if the case escalates further, the SEC could end up damaging its own credibility more than hurting Ripple. This makes a favorable resolution for Ripple seem increasingly likely.

    Anticipation Builds for the New SEC Leadership

    Deaton, along with other pro-XRP supporters, is excited about the potential appointment of Paul Atkins, a crypto-friendly executive, as the new SEC chair. President-elect Donald Trump is expected to take office on January 20, 2025, and reports suggest that Gensler will step down on the same day, allowing Atkins to take over.

    The crypto community is eagerly awaiting Congress’ confirmation of Atkinsโ€™ appointment, hoping that he will help resolve the dispute between Ripple and the SEC by mid-2025.

    As regulatory clarity improves, Ripple’s future looks bright. With potential IPO plans and the likelihood of a resolution to its ongoing legal issues, the company is poised for growth.

    The crypto community, including legal experts like Deaton, is closely watching Ripple’s next move and remains hopeful for a positive outcome.

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