Ripple has joined forces with Wormhole to bring multichain functionality to the XRP Ledger (XRPL) and the upcoming XRPL EVM Sidechain. Notably, this move comes as demand grows for digital assets and stablecoins that can move easily across blockchains. The partnership focuses on giving developers and institutions a simpler way to transfer tokens, share data, and issue assets across over 35 connected blockchain networks.Ripple Partners with Wormhole for Multichain Interoperability Importantly, Wormhole's platform already powers more than 200 applications across dozens of chains. Since its launch in 2020, it has supported over $60 billion in cross-chain volume. Now, with this integration, XRPL developers can use Wormhole's tools to transfer XRP, IOUs, and Multi-Purpose Tokens (MPTs) to and from other chains. Moreover, they can also interact with smart contracts outside XRPL by triggering messages and data between networks. Ripple confirmed the development in a post today.https://twitter.com/Ripple/status/1938221710391587076Robinson Burkey, Co-Founder of the Wormhole Foundation, said the collaboration opens up a broader range of possibilities for XRPL. He noted that connecting XRPL to more chains through Wormhole helps break down the barriers that often slow blockchain adoption, especially in enterprise finance.Meanwhile, Ripple's Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, added that true adoption depends on strong interoperability. He explained that tokens issued on XRPL will now have the flexibility to move across other blockchains while keeping the same structure and control. Schwartz stressed that this level of cross-chain access brings new options for developers building applications in payments, DeFi, and real-world asset tokenization. The XRPL EVM SidechainInterestingly, the partnership shows Ripple's commitment to keeping XRPL open and flexible. This announcement comes at a time when Ripple is also preparing to launch the XRPL EVM Sidechain on the mainnet in the second quarter of 2025. Built by Peersyst Technology in collaboration with Ripple and other blockchain firms, the sidechain brings Ethereum compatibility to XRPL, allowing developers to run Ethereum smart contracts and dApps on the network.Since launching its testnet on March 31, 2025, the sidechain has attracted over 87 new participants, including wallets, dApps, indexers, auditors, and other tools. Specifically, it runs on Cosmos SDK and evmOS, boasting fast transaction speeds, low costs, and support for tools like Metamask and Truffle. With the addition of Wormhole's infrastructure to this environment, developers can now move assets between XRPL and other networks while triggering contract actions across chains.The goal is to create a strong, multichain ecosystem ready to serve real-world finance. With Wormhole's help, Ripple is giving developers the tools they need to build secure, scalable, and cross-chain apps on XRPL and its EVM Sidechain .Cardano Also Eyeing Interoperability with the XRPLAt the same time, Cardano is also working on ways to connect with XRPL. Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson recently outlined a plan to link the two ecosystems. His approach includes integrating XRP and RLUSD into the Cardano blockchain, allowing users to manage them directly in the Lace Wallet. Cardano's Midnight sidechain will also play an important role, presenting private smart contracts that support DeFi activities like lending and staking, while keeping XRP on its home chain.Cardano will also launch interoperability bridges to connect with networks like Ethereum, Solana, and Avalanche, helping XRP expand its reach. Notably, to boost adoption, the project will airdrop NIGHT tokens to eligible XRP holders and spread them across various blockchains in later phases.
