8-8-2025 – BlackRock’s participation in Ripple’s upcoming Swell 2025 conference has intensified speculation about a potential XRP ETF filing, though the asset manager has not announced any official plans. A senior BlackRock executive will speak at the November event alongside Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman, marking increased institutional engagement with XRP.

The speculation comes as regulatory clarity around XRP improves following the recent resolution of Ripple’s SEC case. ETF analyst Nate Geraci suggested on the Thinking Crypto podcast that BlackRock has likely delayed its filing in anticipation of a more defined regulatory framework. The SEC’s legal battle with Ripple has cast regulatory uncertainty over XRP’s classification, but a resolution was expected by August 15, which could clear a major hurdle for broader token acceptance.

ETF analyst comments align with growing speculation that BlackRock may soon add an XRP ETF to its offerings, which could further legitimize the asset among institutional investors. However, BlackRock has not confirmed any involvement with XRP, and previous rumors about XRP Trust filings were completely fake, with the company publicly denying them.