Ripple has officially announced that a representative from BlackRock will participate in its upcoming Swell 2025 conference, scheduled for November 4–5 in New York City. The company revealed that Maxwell Stein, BlackRock’s Director of Digital Assets, will feature as one of the event’s speakers. His inclusion quickly became one of the most discussed points about the conference, given the asset manager’s influence in traditional and digital finance. Stein is scheduled to appear alongside Rory Callagy of Moody’s Investors Services. According to Ripple’s published agenda, their session will explore the impact of tokenized financial assets on capital markets. While the program outlines the broad scope of his presentation, it does not specify whether Stein will address the possibility of a BlackRock-backed XRP exchange-traded product. This uncertainty has fueled anticipation among XRP supporters, many of whom are eager to learn more about BlackRock’s current position on digital assets beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. XRP Community Watches for ETF Clues BlackRock has long been a central player in the digital asset investment space, offering dedicated funds tied to Bitcoin and Ethereum. However, the firm has so far refrained from applying for an XRP-based ETF . Market watchers have frequently linked this decision to the prolonged legal battle between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Even though the lawsuit concluded last month , BlackRock has maintained that there are no immediate plans to launch an XRP fund. Stein’s appearance at Swell comes at a time when institutional interest in XRP is steadily growing. Several asset managers have already submitted filings for potential XRP ETFs , making BlackRock’s silence more notable. The presence of its Director of Digital Assets at Ripple’s flagship event has raised questions about whether the firm might reconsider its position in the near future. Ripple Reveals Full Conference Agenda Beyond BlackRock’s participation, Ripple also shared the full agenda for Swell 2025. The program confirms that the two-day conference will bring together executives from leading financial and technology organizations. Among the listed participants are Ripple Chairman Chris Larsen, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse, Nasdaq Chair Adena Friedman, and OKX CIO Jason Lau. The event will open with a welcome reception on November 3, followed by the official start the next morning. Ripple President Monica Long will deliver the opening remarks and later join Adena Friedman for a fireside chat. Other sessions on the first day will cover topics such as stablecoins in cross-border payments and the evolving role of crypto ETFs. The day will end with a social gathering branded “Swellebration.” Day two will shift the focus toward broader issues facing the industry, including the global adoption of digital assets, the regulatory landscape in the United States, and strategies for addressing illicit activity in the sector. A keynote session and a fireside chat with Ripple’s chief executive will conclude the conference. We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 BlackRock’s Role While Ripple has confirmed Stein’s role at the conference, it remains uncertain whether his remarks will signal any change in BlackRock’s approach to XRP. For now, the asset manager continues to concentrate on Bitcoin and Ethereum. However, its presence at Swell ensures heightened attention from investors who want to gauge how traditional finance leaders view the future of the digital asset market. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are advised to conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on X , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Ripple Confirms BlackRock To Attend Swell 2025 appeared first on Times Tabloid .
