The SEC's lawsuit against Ripple was supposed to be a test case for how courts would rule on crypto tokens. This case has drawn significant attention from the crypto industry, as it could set important precedents for future regulatory actions and legal interpretations of cryptocurrency classifications.
Due to its length and complexity, however, the case has not yet delivered a clear and significant legacy for the regulation of digital assets. Stakeholders keep a close watch, but the drawn-out nature of the litigation dampens the immediate impact on the industry.