Ripple and the U.S. SEC have agreed to pause their legal appeals, indicating a potential settlement.If a settlement is reached, it could lead to the approval of an XRP ETF, validating its compliant status.Crypto analyst John Squire suggests that a settlement could unleash institutional interest and capital in XRP.The appointment of Paul Atkins as the incoming SEC Chair, known for being crypto-friendly, adds to the anticipation of a positive outcome for Ripple.