OCTA: Things Are Melting Up Quietly 
The ongoing lawsuit against Ripple Labs has left many wondering about the future of XRP, the cryptocurrency associated with the company. Despite the legal challenges, finance experts have begun to speculate on XRP’s potential price by the end of 2023, taking into account its unique features and partnerships.
Experts Predict XRP’s Price by December
Investment analyst Tim Doman acknowledges the impact of the lawsuit on XRP’s price, but he also notes that recent court rulings seem to favor Ripple. This has led to positive market sentiment, as XRP boasts a number of desirable qualities. As an excellent bridge between currencies, it is open-source, permissionless, and carbon-neutral. Additionally, transactions on the XRP Ledger (XRPL) settle in just 3-5 seconds, which is an impressive feat. He expects XRP to be worth “around $0.54” by year’s end.
Another expert, Donny Gamble, highlights several reasons why XRP may experience growth in the future. Firstly, the XRP development team is working to enhance its technology and establish partnerships with major financial institutions worldwide. Increased adoption as a payment method could significantly drive growth for the asset.
Secondly, XRP’s scalability gives it an advantage over other cryptocurrencies, which will become increasingly important as demand for cryptocurrencies continues to grow.
Daniel Wilczyinski, the Founder and CEO of HardBlock, points out that several key factors will determine XRP’s future. The resolution of the SEC lawsuit is one of the most significant, as it could greatly impact XRP’s price.
Increased adoption by financial institutions and favorable regulatory developments could also boost its value. However, the competitive landscape and overall market sentiment will play crucial roles as well, says Wilczyinski. He believes the coin will end the year above $0.50.
Ripple’s Legal Battle Continues
John Deaton, a pro-Ripple lawyer, has been providing updates on the Ripple Labs vs. SEC lawsuit, with most of his comments favoring the blockchain company. Deaton argues that digital assets, including Ripple, are not securities, although they can be considered as such when traded in the primary market.
The legal expert maintains that Bitcoin and Ripple are not securities based on the Howey Test, and he believes that any interpretation that tokens are investment contracts is false. This has not been contested by the SEC.
