Key Points:Judge Torres denies Ripple-SEC joint motion, leaving XRP’s institutional sales ban and penalty unresolved.Ripple faces a pivotal August deadline to decide on cross-appeal, with SEC appeal risks looming over XRP investors.A Supreme Court showdown may lie ahead if Ripple and SEC proceed with respective appeals in the case.SEC vs. Ripple Case: Judge Torres Ruling Sends ShockwavesJudge Analisa Torres spooked investors on Thursday, June 26, delivering a crucial ruling in the ongoing SEC vs