The SEC, led by a pro-crypto majority, may withdraw its appeal but still fine Ripple $125 million.
Legal expert Fred Rispoli suggests the case could shift once Paul Atkins becomes SEC Chair.
Market analyst Jeremy Hogan speculates Ripple might settle the fine using XRP instead of cash.
The ongoing lawsuit primarily centers on whether XRP should be classified as a security, with Ripple pushing back against the injunction restricting sales of XRP to financial institutions.