• Long-term SEC official David Hirsch has announced his departure from the markets regulator.
• Known for his high-profile cases, Hirsch’s departure might stir relief that will fuel BTC and XRP’s growth.

David Hirsch, who headed the United States Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Crypto Asset and Cyber Unit within the Division of Enforcement, has resigned after nearly nine years of service. According to his post on LinkedIn, his departure marks a significant change within the regulatory agency. Hirsch played a crucial role in overseeing and regulating the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency market.

David Hirsch Fails to Disclose Future Plans

While he did not disclose his plans for the future, David expressed excitement about his departure, especially with his plans to bond with family. 

Meanwhile, Hirsch was instrumental in shaping the SEC’s approach to cryptocurrency enforcement. He led numerous high-profile investigations and enforcement actions against fraudulent and unregistered digital asset offerings. His work was pivotal in establishing legal precedents and clarifying regulatory expectations for cryptocurrency firms and investors. 

As Hirsch exits the SEC, the cryptocurrency market will likely experience significant developments, particularly with Bitcoin (BTC) and Ripple (XRP). While his departure from the US SEC is unlikely to have an immediate and direct impact on the price of BTC and XRP, it may lead to a temporary relief period for firms providing services linked to these top coins. 

Also, David’s departure might influence investor confidence and potentially delay proceedings or alter Ripple’s case trajectory.

As the regulatory landscape evolves, the cryptocurrency market remains dynamic and unpredictable. Investors and market participants are keenly watching for regulatory updates or enforcement actions that could impact the market.

The Future of Bitcoin and XRP will be Shaped in the US

Last month, former US President and present Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump stated how much he supports cryptocurrencies based on an earlier report from Crypto News Flash. 

As the US Presidential election draws nearer, Donald Trump has made his position on virtual currencies very evident. Besides declaring himself as the crypto President recently, he is considering rolling out policies that will support Bitcoin miners in the country.

According to blockchain researcher Collin Brown, the USA will have an impact on the direction of Bitcoin, XRP, and other cryptocurrencies. However, Presidential aspirant Robert F. Kennedy is also one of the favorites in the crypto community after his early declaration of support for Bitcoin.

Meanwhile, rumors of Gary Gensler leaving the U.S. SEC are swirling again in the crypto community. The chairman who has been serving in the agency since 2021 was earlier in 2023 rumored to be stepping down following pressure from lawmakers who expressed disappointment in his work.

Gensler and his agency took a big hit with the partial loss of the Ripple case. After about 2 years in court with Ripple Labs over the alleged sales of unregistered securities in the form of XRP tokens, Judge Analisa Torres ruled in July 2023 that XRP in itself is not an investment contract.

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