Co-founder of Cardano Charles Hoskinson has announced a plan to integrate XRP into the Cardano blockchain, aimed at enhancing interoperability and developing the decentralized finance infrastructure.
Strengthening Cross-Chain Compatibility
Hoskinson confirmed on June 14 via X that his team is actively developing tools to enable stronger XRP compatibility within Cardano. This includes the launch of XRP-based DeFi products, integration of Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin, and participation of XRP holders in upcoming airdrops. These steps are a significant milestone towards becoming a multi-chain platform.
> "There is a whole XRP package with the glacier drop, lace wallet support, XRP DeFi, and the RealUSD talks." — Charles Hoskinson (@IOHK_Charles), June 14, 2025.
Expanding Lace Wallet Functionality for XRP
Cardano's Lace wallet is also set to add support for XRP. Following successful implementation of Bitcoin support in version 1.22 in April 2025, the next update will allow users to manage XRP alongside native assets such as ADA and Bitcoin from a single interface. This upgrade reflects Cardano’s broader efforts to create a unified and user-friendly environment for managing digital assets.
DeFi Tools and RLUSD Stablecoin Under Development
Cardano is also working on integrating XRP into its DeFi framework. Current development efforts focus on establishing decentralized exchanges and cross-chain liquidity pools that leverage XRP’s efficiency and transaction speed. These tools are intended to offer users faster and lower-cost trading options while promoting Cardano’s overall DeFi expansion. Additionally, early-stage discussions are taking place between Cardano and Ripple to enable RLUSD on the Cardano network.
The integration of XRP and support for various crypto assets are part of Hoskinson's strategy to grow Cardano and enhance its competitiveness in the DeFi landscape. These measures could significantly increase the total value locked (TVL) in the network and attract new users.
