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Ripple CTO David Schwartz Resigns After 13 Years of Service

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Last updated: October 7, 2025 7:20 am
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Published: October 7, 2025
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In a significant leadership transition, David Schwartz, the Chief Technology Officer of Ripple, has announced his departure from the role after a remarkable 13-year tenure. Schwartz made the announcement via a tweet, confirming that he will step down from his day-to-day responsibilities by the end of the year but will maintain a presence within the company in a different capacity.

The shift in leadership comes at a pivotal time for Ripple and its digital asset, XRP, as it prepares for potential changes in strategy and direction. Schwartz has emphasized that while he will retire from his active CTO duties, he will continue to contribute as a board member, providing ongoing support for Ripple’s mission and the broader XRP community.

Reflecting on his journey, Schwartz described his time at Ripple as a “wild ride.” He recounted his evolution from consulting for the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) to engaging with Bitcoin in its early days, culminating in his collaboration over a decade ago with three individuals to develop the XRP Ledger (XRPL). Schwartz expressed deep gratitude for the opportunities he has had at Ripple, valuing the relationships built with colleagues and the supportive XRPL community.

In his final months as CTO, Schwartz has actively managed an XRPL node and explored additional use cases for XRP beyond Ripple’s current focus areas. He has relished the hands-on experience of coding and engaging with developers, indicating that his decision to resign will allow him to return to these passions and to spend more time with his family.

Schwartz’s transition to Emeritus CTO will not completely remove him from the Ripple environment; he plans to continue coming in and out of the office. Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen has invited him to join the Board of Directors, a move that will enable Schwartz to remain an influential figure in the company while pursuing his personal interests.

The impact of Schwartz’s departure on the XRP ecosystem is a topic of speculation. Ripple has yet to announce his successor as CTO, and the new leadership could introduce varying approaches that might significantly affect the growth trajectory of XRP. Depending on these strategic shifts, the price of XRP could either see significant advancements or face challenges ahead.

As the crypto community watches closely, the implications of this leadership change will unfold, leaving open the question of whether Schwartz’s departure will lead to positive or negative outcomes for both XRP and the XRPL.

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