A quiet but significant shift inside one of the world’s largest asset managers is redefining how traditional finance views blockchain networks. What might appear to be a routine product update is, in reality, a signal that institutional capital is moving beyond experimentation toward real on-chain utility. Legacy financial players are beginning to prioritize speed, efficiency, and regulatory clarity over speculative hype. From Broad Exploration to a Clear Choice Crypto analyst SMQKE highlighted the contrast between Franklin Templeton’s stance in 2024 and its decisive move in 2025. Just a year ago, the firm publicly emphasized that Layer-1 blockchains outside Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana held “massive potential,” pledging only to “support, monitor, and develop” across a broad range of networks. That careful language suggested openness without a firm commitment. Franklin Templeton 2024: Other L1s OUTSIDE of BTC, ETH, SOL have massive potential, and we are continuing to support, monitor, and develop on these networks as they grow and mature. Franklin Templeton 2025: We are choosing XRP. https://t.co/PEYAafcxs8 pic.twitter.com/xoQTAt7yce — SMQKE (@SMQKEDQG) September 19, 2025 Ripple Partnership and XRPL Integration The narrative changed dramatically this year. Franklin Templeton has now partnered directly with Ripple, selecting the XRP Ledger (XRPL) as the foundation for a major tokenization initiative. This collaboration allows the global investment powerhouse to issue and manage tokenized money-market funds and related products on XRPL, a blockchain celebrated for its low-cost, near-instant settlement. It is a clear step from observation to adoption, confirming that XRP’s proven utility has captured the attention of serious institutional players. Implications for the Financial Ecosystem Industry reports confirm that the partnership will enable seamless trading and lending of tokenized assets while linking those products to stablecoin liquidity on the XRPL. We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 For institutional investors, this means faster settlements, reduced friction when converting between tokenized cash equivalents and yield-bearing instruments, and a more efficient infrastructure for regulated on-chain exposure. Looking Ahead With regulatory clarity improving and custodial solutions maturing, traditional asset managers are increasingly ready to move from pilots to production. Franklin Templeton’s embrace of XRP underscores confidence in the network’s scalability and compliance framework—essential qualities for global finance. As tokenization advances from concept to balance-sheet reality, Franklin Templeton’s choice sends a clear message: blockchain utility is no longer confined to the periphery. By selecting XRP, the firm signals that the next phase of institutional adoption will be driven by proven settlement technology and enterprise-grade efficiency, setting the stage for broader migration of capital into tokenized financial markets. 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 urged to do in-depth 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 Twitter , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Franklin Templeton 2025: We are choosing XRP appeared first on Times Tabloid .
