Agenda
Discover what’s next at Swell, where leaders in crypto, blockchain, payments and policy come together to drive real-world impact.
Monday, November 3
All sessions will take place in Eastern Time
4:00-7:00 PM
4:00-7:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Tuesday, November 4
All sessions will take place in Eastern Time
7:30-9:30 AM
7:30-9:30 AM
Registration, Breakfast & Networking
9:30-9:45 AM
Welcome to Ripple Swell! Hear from Monica Long, President at Ripple, as she kicks off our 9th annual Swell event in New York City.
9:45-10:05 AM
Hear from Adena Friedman, Chair and CEO at Nasdaq, as she dives into the potential of digital assets and blockchain across the financial industry.
10:05-10:40 AM
This session will bring together leaders from BlackRock, Robinhood and Moody's to discuss the transformative influence of tokenized assets on the landscape of capital markets.
10:40-11:05 AM
To be announced
11:05-11:30 AM
11:05-11:30 AM
Morning Break
11:30-12:10 PM
This panel will explore the impact of stablecoins and blockchain technology on the global payments landscape. Speakers will dive into how these innovations are streamlining cross-border transactions, enhancing financial inclusion, and driving efficiency within the broader financial ecosystem.
12:10-12:45 PM
Hear from leaders at Bitwise Asset Management, Bitnomial and Canary Capital on how crypto ETFs and on-chain funds are popularizing access to digital assets, enhancing market efficiency, and shaping the future of institutional and retail investment in the crypto ecosystem.
12:45-1:45 PM
12:45-1:45 PM
Lunch & Networking
1:45-2:10 PM
Take a deeper dive into new enhancements to Ripple's payments solution, with a focus on stablecoin transactions and capabilities.
2:10-2:45 PM
This panel brings together leading experts to examine how financial institutions are approaching digital asset custody, the challenges of aligning with legacy infrastructure, and the innovations required to support a truly global market. From security and regulation to interoperability and scalability, panelists will share insights on how custody is evolving to meet the needs of an emerging digital economy.
2:45-3:20 PM
Regulation is shaping the future of digital assets, but approaches vary widely across jurisdictions. This panel brings together global regulators and policy experts to examine how different markets are developing frameworks for digital assets, what gaps remain, and the need for international cooperation.
3:20-3:55PM
As crypto markets mature after years of volatility and high-profile collapses, prime brokers are redefining how they manage risk and serve institutional clients. This session explores how counterparty risk, innovation, and DeFi are reshaping the prime brokerage model for digital assets. Hear from industry leaders on how tokenization, on-chain settlement, and interoperability could power the next evolution of institutional crypto.
3:55-4:20 PM
3:55-4:20 PM
Afternoon Break
4:20-4:40 PM
Finance leaders face mounting pressure to optimize liquidity, manage risk, and deploy capital more efficiently, all while navigating market volatility, real-time expectations, and the growing adoption of digital assets. This session covers the realities of managing global cash positions, the convergence of tradition and digital assets, and how CFOs are modernizing their infrastructure to unlock agility, transparency, and new sources of yield, safely and compliantly.
4:40-5:20 PM
In this session global banks and asset managers will discuss how they are approaching digital asset custody.
5:20-5:45 PM
Rep. Ritchie Torres has emerged as one of the most consistent champions for crypto and digital assets in the House. As a member of the Financial Services Committee, he has pressed regulators for clarity, defended innovation, and advanced bipartisan efforts to establish a workable market structure. In this fireside chat, Rep. Torres will discuss his leadership in the 119th Congress, including his role in shaping crypto legislation, his vision for responsible innovation in the U.S., and the importance of balancing consumer protection with American competitiveness.
6:00-9:00 PM
Wrap up day one with the Swell Celebration – a chance to connect, unwind, and enjoy the evening together while we spotlight Ripple Innovation Awards and celebrate the incredible achievements of our customers.
Wednesday, November 5
All sessions will take place in Eastern Time
8:30-9:30 AM
8:30-9:30 AM
Registration, Breakfast & Networking
9:30-9:35 AM
9:30-9:35 AM
Day 2 Opening Remarks
9:35-10:00 AM
In this keynote conversation, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and Executive Director of the President’s Council of Advisors for Digital Assets at the White House, Patrick Witt will explore the evolving role of U.S. policy in shaping the future of digital assets. They’ll discuss how the Trump Administration and industry can work together to strengthen U.S. leadership, ensure market integrity, and advance responsible innovation that keeps America competitive in the global financial system.
10:00-10:35 AM
As digital assets move from experimentation to large-scale integration, financial institutions are navigating very different stages of adoption. In this panel, leaders will share their perspectives on what maturity in digital asset adoption looks like.
10:35-11:10 AM
Institutional DeFi is shifting from pilots to production, with stablecoins, tokenized assets, and credit markets now gaining real traction. But one thing is clear: no single blockchain will meet all the needs of global finance. To scale, institutions need the ability to move money, collateral, and tokenized financial assets seamlessly across networks. This session brings together leading voices from across the DeFi ecosystem to explore how a multichain financial system is being built.
11:10-11:35 AM
11:10-11:35 AM
Morning Break
11:35-12:10 PM
The Trump Administration has opened new opportunities for the crypto industry, creating a more constructive environment in Washington. Beyond pending legislation, this panel will explore the actions the federal government can take through agency rulemakings and supervisory guidance, executive priorities, international coordination, and public-private pilots. With perspectives from Summer Mersinger (Blockchain Association), Carole House (Atlantic Council), and Linda Jeng (Digital Self Labs), we will consider how the industry should approach the U.S. government in this pro-crypto era, and what lessons can be drawn from global peers to shape priorities for 2026.
12:10-12:45 PM
To be announced
12:45-1:45 PM
12:45-1:45 PM
Lunch & Networking
1:45-2:10 PM
Hear from chef, restaurateur and humanitarian, José Andrés in a keynote interview with Ripple Executive Chairman and Co-Founder, Chris Larsen at Ripple Swell and learn firsthand how innovation is reshaping global disaster relief and delivering impact at scale.
2:10-2:45 PM
Crypto going mainstream is no longer a question of “if” but “when” – and while more Americans are getting curious, many are still held back by confusion, skepticism, misinformation and mistrust. Ripple launched the National Cryptocurrency Association (NCA) to help Americans understand and use crypto with confidence. In this session, Ripple CLO and NCA President Stu Alderoty will share how the NCA is bridging the gap between crypto curiosity and confidence, highlighting real benefits for people and businesses. He’ll be joined by crypto investors showcasing how they’re using the technology – from tokenized real estate to everyday transactions.
2:45-3:20 PM
This panel brings together leaders to discuss the evolving landscape of crypto-related threats, the tools and strategies being deployed to detect and prevent them.
3:20-3:45 PM
Digital Asset Treasury companies (DATs) have exploded in popularity in 2025 – hear from the experts and DAT leaders on what’s driving this rise, how DATs are expected to grow mNAV and what to expect from Evernorth, a recently launched XRP DAT.
3:45-4:10 PM
3:45-4:10 PM
Afternoon Break
4:10-4:45 PM
This panel brings together leading exchanges to discuss how they are integrating RLUSD, building trust with users, and navigating growth strategies across diverse regions.
4:45-5:10 PM
Hear from Brad Garlinghouse, CEO at Ripple, as he discusses what's ahead for Ripple, key crypto trends for 2026 and why he’s doubling down on crypto infrastructure for financial utility.
5:10-5:15 PM
5:10-5:15 PM