Speculation is heating up across social media that BlackRock might secretly be preparing to launch an XRP ETF. Some are even throwing around wild claims about a $9 trillion investment. But how much of this is true?
BlackRock’s ETF Track Record: Focused on Bitcoin and Ethereum
BlackRock has already made headlines with its Bitcoin ETF and Ethereum ETF, attracting billions in inflows. Experts say their success comes down to one thing: regulatory clarity.
Currently, BlackRock holds around $39.33 billion in Bitcoin and $4.18 billion in Ethereum, solidifying its position in crypto’s two leading assets.
But when it comes to XRP, the situation is very different. The token is still tied up in legal uncertainty with the SEC, which makes it a risky bet for institutions like BlackRock that prefer assets with official regulatory approval.
No Official XRP ETF Filing From BlackRock
Despite all the hype, BlackRock has not confirmed any involvement with XRP or Ripple. In fact, the rumored April 2025 XRP Trust filing was completely fake, and BlackRock has publicly denied it.
Moreover, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, who has been vocal about Bitcoin’s potential—predicting it could reach $700,000—has never commented on XRP. That silence speaks volumes.
BlackRock’s head of ETFs has also clarified that the company is not investing in altcoins like XRP. And those viral claims about a $9 trillion XRP investment? Completely false—that number refers to BlackRock’s total assets under management, not any specific crypto asset.
Some speculate BlackRock could be indirectly involved with XRP through tokenized real-world assets or blockchain partnerships, but there’s no evidence or official filing to support this.
Could an XRP ETF Happen in the Future?
For now, BlackRock is playing it safe—focusing on Bitcoin and Ethereum, both of which have cleared regulatory hurdles. But that could change.
Nate Geraci, president of ETF Store, thinks it’s only a matter of time. He believes that with the Ripple lawsuit nearing its end, an XRP ETF is likely. According to Geraci, major players like BlackRock and Fidelity won’t want to ignore the third-largest non-stablecoin by market cap.
Not Everyone Thinks an XRP ETF is a Win
But there’s another side to this story.
Vandell from Black Swan Capitalist argues that even if BlackRock files for an XRP ETF, it’s not necessarily a win for crypto holders. Why?
Because native XRP offers real utility—from cross-border remittances and smart contracts to staking and liquidity provisioning. In contrast, an ETF only gives you price exposure—not the actual benefits of owning XRP.
He warns that ETFs can be manipulated by institutions, and urges retail investors to ask themselves: Do you want real XRP utility—or just a Wall Street version of it?
Bottom Line
Right now, BlackRock has no confirmed XRP ETF plans. The rumors about secret filings and trillion-dollar investments are false. But if Ripple wins full regulatory clarity, the door could open for institutional giants like BlackRock to enter the XRP space. Until then, it’s all speculation.
