Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, has responded to Arthur Britto’s recent appearance on social media with a comment that has drawn significant attention from the XRP community. In his post on X, Schwartz wrote, “My favorite theory for @ahbritto’s mysterious post is that many, many years ago he set up a deadman switch to send the private keys to his XRPL accounts to me if he doesn’t post for 15 years and he can’t remember how to shut it off.” His statement immediately attracted responses from both developers and community members. My favorite theory for @ahbritto 's mysterious post is that many, many years ago he set up a deadman switch to send the private keys to his XRPL accounts to me if he doesn't post for 15 years and he can't remember how to shut it off. — David 'JoelKatz' Schwartz (@JoelKatz) June 24, 2025 Schwartz’s comment appears to be a lighthearted reaction to Britto’s sudden return to public visibility. Given Britto’s long-standing silence, Schwartz’s remark highlights the curiosity and speculation that have followed the enigmatic figure for years. His use of the term “deadman switch” refers to a mechanism that automatically executes an action if the owner does not intervene within a certain time frame, suggesting a hypothetical scenario where private keys could be transferred if Britto failed to post within 15 years. While the comment was made humorously, it reflects the community’s fascination with Britto’s role and holdings related to the XRP Ledger. A Developer’s Reaction to Schwartz’s Comment Software engineer Vincent Van Code also reacted to Schwartz’s statement. He commented , “Hahaha… Boy you have just triggered the crypto nutjobs. Crazy theories loading…. I’ll start. @JoelKatz just announced he will soon receive millions of tokens in what seems to be the world’s largest crypto scam.” Van Code’s response underscores how quickly speculative narratives can emerge within the cryptocurrency space, especially with influential and reclusive figures like Arthur Britto. His reaction indicates how the XRP community and broader crypto audiences are highly attentive to anything involving the key individuals behind the XRP Ledger. Even humorous comments from figures like Schwartz can lead to widespread theories and discussions regarding token distribution, wallet ownership, and the network history. We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 Background on Arthur Britto’s Post The renewed attention to Arthur Britto began after his surprising return to social media, where he posted for the first time on X. According to an earlier report from Times Tabloid , Britto’s post consisted only of a simple emoji but was significant enough to capture widespread interest from the XRP community. This marked Britto’s first public communication in over 14 years. The Times Tabloid article emphasized how this single post had a meaningful impact simply because of Britto’s history of avoiding the public eye. Arthur Britto is widely recognized as one of the original architects of the XRP Ledger. Alongside David Schwartz and Jed McCaleb, Britto played a crucial role in developing the blockchain back in 2011. The XRP Ledger was designed to offer a scalable, energy-efficient, and fast payment infrastructure , which has since become a major part of the digital asset ecosystem. Unlike his fellow co-founders, Britto maintained a low profile, abstaining from media appearances, interviews, and public commentary for over a decade. This absence from public discourse only amplified the significance of his recent post. The XRP community continues to monitor developments, particularly any further activity from Arthur Britto or commentary from Ripple executives, such as David Schwartz. Whether Britto will engage further with the public or return to his usual privacy remains to be seen. 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 Ripple CTO Drops Bombshell On Arthur Britto’s XRP Ledger Accounts appeared first on Times Tabloid .
