The ongoing legal battle between Ripple Labs and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has now reached a crucial moment with the submission of the SEC's ultimate response. Ripple had argued that there was no need for injunctions to prevent potential future violations and that the legal standing of XRP should not be subject to confusion. However, the SEC challenges these claims, reiterating the court's dismissal of Ripple's defense based on lack of "fair notice."

Despite Ripple's insistence that it has abided by regulations since the onset of the XRP lawsuit in 2020, the SEC remains resolute in its evaluation of Ripple's future actions. The SEC asserts that regardless of Ripple's post-lawsuit compliance, there is a persistent risk of future infractions. Additionally, the SEC refutes Ripple's portrayal of its collaboration with regulatory bodies following the initial XRP offering in 2013, arguing that such cooperative efforts do not exempt Ripple from the necessity of injunctions.

The SEC disputes Ripple's interpretation of its intended changes in behavior, such as the restructuring of future XRP sales and adherence to legal advice, contending that Ripple has misread the court's directives and failed to grasp their implications for regulatory adherence. Furthermore, the SEC dismisses Ripple's defenses related to sales conducted outside the U.S. and to accredited investors, as well as claims of contract modifications for on-demand liquidity sales, citing their abandonment during summary judgment as rendering them irrelevant presently.

In light of these arguments, the SEC maintains that injunctions are essential to forestall potential future violations by Ripple. Ripple's chief legal officer, Stuart Alderoty, in response to the SEC's filing, criticized the SEC's tactics and suggested that its reputation might be suffering as a result. Despite this, Alderoty expressed optimism about resolving the XRP lawsuit, emphasizing Ripple's commitment to navigating the legal terrain.

Concurrently, amidst the legal proceedings, Ripple is gearing up to introduce its XRPL enterprise solutions to the Japanese market through a strategic collaboration with Tokyo-based consulting firm HashKey DX, showcasing its dedication to expanding its footprint despite the ongoing legal challenges.