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SEC Wants to Keep Hinman Documents Confidential in Ripple Case

By Simon LawsonDecember 26, 2022
SEC Wants to Keep Hinman Documents Confidential in Ripple Case
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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a motion to seal the summary judgment filings in the Ripple case, ordering that various information and documents be sealed, including documents related to Hinman’s speech. The motion was filed on December 22nd.

The SEC’s motion states that the information and documents in question contain “confidential and proprietary information” that could potentially harm Ripple’s competitive position if made public. The motion also cites the need to protect the privacy of individuals involved in the case, as well as the need to maintain the integrity of the SEC’s investigation.

Ripple, a blockchain company that offers cross-border payment solutions, is currently facing a lawsuit from the SEC alleging that it conducted an unregistered securities offering through the sale of its XRP tokens. The SEC argues that XRP should be classified as a security, while Ripple maintains that it is a currency.

The motion to seal the summary judgment filings comes as the case approaches its final stages. The summary judgment phase involves the presentation of evidence and arguments by both parties, with the goal of determining whether a trial is necessary. If the summary judgment is granted, it could potentially result in a final ruling on the case without the need for a trial.

The motion has sparked controversy among members of the cryptocurrency community, with some arguing that the public has a right to access the information in question. Others, however, believe that the SEC’s request is reasonable given the confidential nature of the information and the potential harm it could cause to Ripple’s business.

The final decision on the motion to seal the summary judgment filings will be made by the judge overseeing the case. It is not yet clear when a decision will be reached.

In the meantime, the Ripple case continues to draw attention from the cryptocurrency industry and beyond, as it has the potential to set a precedent for the regulation of digital assets. The outcome of the case could have significant implications for the future of the cryptocurrency market.

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