Ripple’s native token XRP gained around 3 percent amid reports that its legal dispute with the US Securities and Exchange Commission could be nearing resolution. Market speculation suggested a civil penalty close to $150 million might conclude the prolonged enforcement case. Traders viewed the development as removing a major regulatory overhang that has constrained institutional participation. Volumes on major exchanges increased modestly as sentiment improved. Analysts warned the outcome remains uncertain until official confirmation, but expect volatility to rise once settlement details emerge.