Hoskinson Just Confirmed: XRP Is Coming to Cardano (ADA) Lace Wallet

In a development that could reshape the future of decentralized finance, Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has officially confirmed that XRP support is being integrated into Cardano’s native Lace Wallet. 

The announcement, shared by user Xaif on X, took center stage in Hoskinson’s recent “Surprise AMA” YouTube session, marking a significant stride in the evolving relationship between Cardano (ADA) and Ripple (XRP).

A New Chapter in Interoperability

Initially launched in April 2023 as a dedicated wallet for ADA and Cardano-native tokens, Lace has evolved into a multi-chain powerhouse. It added Bitcoin functionality earlier this year, and now, hosting XRP extends its reach even further. 

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Charles Hoskinson just CONFIRMED it $XRP is coming to Cardano’s Lace Wallet!

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During the AMA, when pressed about ongoing talks with Ripple, Hoskinson responded, “Things are moving well,” confirming that Input Output Global (IOG) and Ripple teams have transitioned from competition to collaboration. This integration will enable Lace users not only to hold XRP but also to send and receive it seamlessly, positioning the wallet as a truly unified multi-chain gateway.

Ripple-Cardano Relations Deepen

Hoskinson’s remarks in the AMA reflected a warm, newfound rapport between the Cardano and Ripple teams. Prior tensions appear to have subsided, replaced by camaraderie and cooperation. 

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Implications for DeFi’s Future

From a broader perspective, integrating XRP into Lace demonstrates Cardano’s commitment to positioning itself as a central hub in the Web3 and DeFi ecosystems. By embracing interoperability, both Cardano and Ripple stand to benefit—users gain frictionless access to assets across chains, and developers can more easily build cross-platform applications.

For XRP, gaining native support within Lace opens the door to new audiences and wallets, enhancing user convenience. For ADA and the Cardano ecosystem, it marks a strategic leap toward inclusion and technological synergy.

What Lies Ahead

While no specific launch date has been set, developers at IOG are actively working on integrating XRP support. Lace’s roadmap—first ADA assets, then BTC, now XRP—signals a deliberate, phased expansion toward becoming a true multi-chain wallet. 

XRP’s arrival on Cardano’s Lace Wallet is no longer speculative. It heralds a new era of collaboration between Cardano and Ripple, rooted in interoperability and mutual growth. As we await the technical rollout, crypto communities can anticipate more integrated DeFi experiences, deeper cross-blockchain cooperation, and innovation fostering a truly interconnected ecosystem.

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