Vandell, the co-founder of Black Swan Capitalist, recently outlined his perspective on a potential future reset of the global financial system, suggesting that blockchain-based assets such as XRP and XLM may play a critical role in this transition. In a detailed commentary shared on X, he focused on the existing structure of the financial system, specifically highlighting the scale and risk embedded in derivatives markets. According to Vandell, the current system is anchored by an immense web of derivative contracts, reportedly valued at over a quadrillion dollars. These contracts are managed through Central Clearing Counterparties (CCPs), institutions established to act as intermediaries for derivatives trades to ensure successful settlement between counterparties. The collapse will likely be the catalyst for global value to flow onto XRP & XLM. Let me explain. The financial system today is built on a giant pile of complicated contracts called "derivatives," worth over a quadrillion dollars. To keep everything running smoothly, big… — Vandell | Black Swan Capitalist (@vandell33) May 6, 2025 While these entities were designed to mitigate systemic risk by centralizing and managing default risk, Vandell argues they have rather evolved into potential points of systemic failure. He notes that if a CCP were to fail, the result would be an absence of any intermediary capable of guaranteeing the settlement of trillions of dollars in contracts. This would necessitate the rapid reallocation of collateral to secured creditors such as banks, hedge funds, pension funds, insurance companies, and other institutional investors. Vandell points out that this urgent need for collateral movement could expose the inefficiencies of traditional financial infrastructure. XRP and XLM as Infrastructure for Value Transfer Vandell asserts that in a scenario where the current financial framework experiences critical failure, blockchain technologies like the XRP Ledger and the Stellar network could provide the infrastructure needed to transfer value efficiently and securely globally. He emphasizes that both XRP and XLM are designed for instantaneous cross-border transactions and that their underlying networks are already operational and capable of meeting such demands. We are on twitter, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) July 15, 2023 He links the longstanding institutional interest in blockchain technology to this possibility, suggesting that the sustained funding and strategic dialogue surrounding platforms like XRP Ledger and Stellar by central banks, financial institutions, and organizations such as the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) indicate preparation for a systemic shift. Vandell implies that the infrastructure has been quietly developed and tested over the past decade in anticipation of a broader transition. Strategic Transition Over Catastrophic Collapse Responding to commentary on his post, Vandell acknowledged that a financial reset does not necessarily require a catastrophic event. In reply to a user who argued for a more controlled and deliberate restructuring of the current system, Vandell agreed that a strategic and managed transition is plausible and likely. He emphasized that coordinated actions by global institutions and policymakers over several years point to planning rather than reactionary measures. He concluded that a financial “reset” is not inherently negative or destabilizing. Instead, it may represent the structured replacement of outdated mechanisms with newer, more efficient technologies. Vandell sees XRP and XLM as central components of this transition, not merely as investment vehicles but as foundational elements of a new financial paradigm designed to meet the needs of a digitized global economy. 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 X , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Financial Reset Will Make Global Value to Flow Into XRP and XLM – Black Swan Capitalist Co-Founder appeared first on Times Tabloid .
