Ripple, a blockchain company, has been embroiled in a legal battle with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over its XRP token for over two years. Recently, Ripple provided an update on the case, highlighting the removal of expert opinions from two SEC witnesses who testified on the reasonable expectations of XRP buyers and changes in XRP price. This development has raised the anticipation of the cryptocurrency community, particularly XRP enthusiasts, for Judge Torres' summary judgment on the case.

Although the prediction of pro-XRP lawyer James K. Filan did not come to pass on March 31, attorney John Deaton has predicted that the summary judgment could come on or before May 6, 2023. Additionally, Ripple's CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, believes that a ruling could be issued within the first half of the year.

The outcome of the Ripple vs. SEC lawsuit could have significant implications for the regulation of cryptocurrencies in the US. The crypto community is eagerly awaiting the ruling, which could potentially impact the classification of digital assets and the enforcement of securities laws. As such, the cryptocurrency industry will closely follow the developments in this high-stakes legal battle.