A prominent market commentator on X, known as Brett, has raised pointed concerns regarding the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) decision to delay approval of the Franklin Templeton XRP Trust—a proposed spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) that would provide investors with direct exposure to XRP. According to Brett’s statement , the delay is not a product of bureaucratic inefficiency, but rather a strategic move tied to potential settlement proceedings between the U.S. government and Ripple. In his tweet, Brett says the SEC’s latest extension lacks rationale, proposing that the delay is part of a larger plan to manage the price of XRP in the short term. Brett argued that if the government settles with Ripple and allows payment in XRP, it would not be in the government’s interest to allow its price to rise before the payment. He stated that approving a spot XRP ETF ahead of such a settlement would lead to a price surge, requiring the government to allocate a higher quantity of XRP for the same payout. Managing Market Reactions Before a Possible Settlement Therefore, Brett contends that delaying the ETF is a calculated decision. He characterized it as a way to “hold off the rally” and keep XRP’s price suppressed until the settlement is finalized. The analyst suggested that regulatory approval would only be granted after meeting those obligations. He said this would allow the ETF to launch and the market to respond. Brett concluded that this is not a case of poor regulatory timing but rather a deliberate attempt to control market dynamics to benefit future legal or financial negotiations. We are on twitter, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) July 15, 2023 SEC Formally Extends Review Period for XRP ETF The tweet gained additional relevance following a recent update from Times Tabloid, which reported on the SEC’s latest procedural move . On April 29, 2025, the SEC extended its review of the Franklin Templeton XRP Trust, citing its authority under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The extension sets June 17, 2025, as the new decision deadline to either approve, reject, or initiate further proceedings on the ETF. In coverage from Times Tabloid, ex-Fox Business journalist Eleanor Terrett provided supplemental context to the SEC’s decision. According to information she shared from Bloomberg Intelligence analyst James Seyffart, the June deadline should not be considered the final resolution date. Seyffart anticipates that most crypto-related exchange-traded products, including the XRP Trust, will see final action from the SEC in the fourth quarter of 2025. He identified mid-October, specifically around October 18, as a more realistic timeframe for a conclusive decision. Speculation on Market Strategy and Regulatory Timing Brett’s analysis challenges the conventional interpretation of regulatory delay as inefficiency. Instead, he characterizes the SEC’s actions as part of a deliberate timeline designed to avoid artificially inflating the cost of any future XRP-based settlement . He concluded his message by asserting that what many perceive as incompetence is in fact “a well-timed, calculated game.” Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on X , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Expert Explains Why SEC Is Delaying XRP ETFs for No Clear Reason appeared first on Times Tabloid .
