The announcement of Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, stepping down from his position has generated intense debate within the XRP community. Schwartz, who has been with Ripple for more than a decade, will transition to the role of CTO Emeritus while joining the company’s board of directors. For some members of the community, this move marks a change of the guard for Ripple. For others, it represents a defining moment in the company’s evolution. Among those commenting on the development is Ripple Bull Winkle (@RipBullWinkle), a prominent voice in the XRP community. In a recent video, he described Schwartz’s decision not as a sign of retreat but as a deliberate conclusion to a long-term vision. “Everybody freaked out when David Schwartz left Ripple,” he said, before emphasizing that such departures happen only when a project reaches maturity. #XRP HOLDERS THE FINAL SIGNAL IS HERE!!! pic.twitter.com/Yv4dgxtYKn — Ripple Bull Winkle | Crypto Researcher (@RipBullWinkle) October 4, 2025 The Foundation is Done Ripple Bull Winkle compared Schwartz’s move to major milestones in tech history. He stated that “builders step away because the foundation is done ,” referencing how early innovators eventually hand off their work once their systems reach completion. He drew parallels to other figures such as Satoshi Nakamoto and Steve Jobs, suggesting that stepping back can signal readiness rather than instability. He believes that Schwartz’s departure signifies the completion of the XRP ecosystem’s core structure. In his view, this shift indicates that Ripple’s technological groundwork, spanning liquidity solutions, cross-border settlement tools, and institutional adoption frameworks , is now fully operational and capable of scaling globally. We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 Transition to Institutional Leadership Ripple Bull Winkle went further, suggesting that Ripple’s leadership transition could involve major financial players. He argued that Ripple did not hand over control to any random individual, but instead passed it “straight to the heavyweights, BlackRock, Vanguard, the Wall Street Titans who are about to take XRP Global.” His comments reflect the belief within the community that institutional partnerships may play a major role in XRP’s next phase . Ripple’s annual Swell conference is set to feature several high-profile financial institutions, such as BlackRock. This has also fueled speculation that the company’s network will expand more directly into global banking and investment channels. For commentators like Ripple Bull Winkle, this timing reinforces the view that Schwartz’s step back coincides with Ripple’s shift from development to execution on an institutional scale. He concluded his message with a statement that resonated widely among XRP holders. “David didn’t leave because it’s over. He left because the infrastructure is complete.” In his view, that’s not a collapse, it’s a graduation. 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 Pundit to XRP Holders: The Final Signal Is Here appeared first on Times Tabloid .
