Ripple Swell 2025: BlackRock’s Presence Fuels Speculation and XRP Valuation Surge

BlackRock’s participation as a keynote speaker at Ripple Swell 2025 has reignited discussions surrounding the potential approval of an XRP-based exchange-traded fund (ETF). The event, focused on topics like tokenization and ETF innovation in Riyadh, drew key figures from both traditional finance and the crypto world. While no official announcement was made regarding an XRP-spot ETF, key players such as BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse, and CTO David Schwartz engaged in discussions about the potential impact of digital assets on financial systems.