A long-discussed connection between Cardano and the XRP ecosystem appears closer than ever as Cardano’s Tokeo Wallet confirms plans to integrate with the XRP Ledger (XRPL). This fresh development is generating real excitement among both communities, who see it as the start of true interoperability between the two major networks.
Tokeo Wallet Confirms XRPL Integration
On July 15, community commentator Angry Crypto Show brought the integration talk to light with a tweet that quickly caught fire. Tokeo Wallet’s official X account responded directly, stating, “It’s definitely coming,” confirming that the smart wallet team is actively working to connect with XRPL.
Although the project is still in its early phase, the news signals a bigger shift toward bridging Cardano with other chains. Technical details and launch dates remain under wraps for now, but the confirmation alone has many investors hopeful that real cross-chain progress is underway.
Cardano Eyes True Interoperability with XRPL
This isn’t the only recent step toward a Cardano–XRP bridge. Cardano’s Lace Wallet team, the network’s official wallet project, also plans to add XRP support, allowing users to hold and manage XRP tokens within the Cardano ecosystem.
Cardano’s founder, Charles Hoskinson, has repeatedly hinted at building tighter links with the XRP Ledger. In June, he revealed that a “whole XRP package” is on the table, including XRP DeFi tools, RealUSD integration, and a Midnight sidechain airdrop for the XRP community.
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Midnight: A DeFi Boost for XRP Holders
Hoskinson has also pointed to the Midnight sidechain as a key piece of this puzzle. Designed for privacy and smart contract functionality, Midnight could act as a DeFi layer for XRP, giving holders access to decentralised finance tools without moving their tokens off the Ledger.
This approach could unlock billions of dollars in XRP liquidity to flow into Cardano-based DeFi apps, potentially boosting Cardano’s total value locked (TVL) and introducing new incentives for developers to build on the network.
Ripple Connections Strengthen the Case
Hoskinson’s positive relationship with Ripple’s leadership further fuels the possibility of a deeper collaboration. He’s held direct conversations with Ripple executives, signalling a willingness to find ways for both ecosystems to work together.
Beyond XRP, Hoskinson has teased that Cardano could help unlock DeFi for other major blockchains, too, including Bitcoin. He’s called the idea of building a Bitcoin DeFi layer even bigger than anything currently happening on Ethereum or Solana.
A New Era for Cardano and XRP?
Tokeo Wallet’s XRPL integration plans may seem like a small step, but they could become the foundation for much broader cooperation. For years, many have envisioned a world where leading Layer-1 chains share liquidity and use cases, rather than competing in silos.
If these plans succeed, Cardano could tackle its well-known challenges around stablecoins and TVL while offering XRP holders fresh DeFi opportunities, all without leaving their trusted networks.
