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A prominent crypto lawyer has stated a delay of the Ripple lawsuit into 2026 is “improbable.” He forecasts a resolution could come within weeks if the presiding judge approves a joint motion. Bloomberg analysts have raised spot XRP ETF approval odds to 90%, citing SEC engagement. The timeline for a final resolution in the Ripple vs. SEC lawsuit continues to dominate the conversation around XRP, with recent speculation suggesting the case could drag on until 2026. However, prominent crypto-focused lawyer Bill Morgan is pushing back on that narrative, arguing that a final decision from the presiding judge could be just weeks away. Legal Analysis: Why a Long Delay is ‘Improbable’ In a post on X, Morgan noted it would be “improbable” for Judge Analisa Torres to reject the current joint motion unless she intends to overturn her prior summary judgment–a move he sees as highly unlikely. Instead, Morgan forecasts a “common-sense decision” that upholds current penalties and accelerates closure. This is not on the cards unless Judge Torres rules against the latest joint motion and rather that make the common sense decision to live with the summary judgement decision and the current penalty and permanent injunction, the settlement process breaks down completely and both… https://t.co/K6iU3OfQ4y — bill morgan (@Belisarius2020) June 23, 2025 If the judge approves the motion as expected, he believes a resolution could come within weeks, not years, providing a long-awaited catalyst for the XRP market.. Institutional Momentum Builds for a Spot ETF Legal clarity is a critical prerequisite for the launch of a spot XRP ETF, an event the market now sees as nearly certain.  Bloomberg analysts James Seyffart and Eric Balchunas have upgraded approval odds across the board, citing active engagement from the SEC as a “very positive sign.” The 19b-4 filings for XRP ETFs have…

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