Wanchain has integrated Ripple stablecoin, $RLUSD, into its cross-chain bridge, expanding connectivity beyond the $XRP Ledger (XRPL) and Ethereum.
Specifically, Wanchain now enables $RLUSD to move seamlessly across additional networks, including Cardano. This upgrade strengthens the stablecoin’s utility and positions it as a more versatile asset within the multi-chain landscape.
Key Points
- Wanchain integrates $RLUSD into its cross-chain bridge, expanding its reach beyond XRPL and Ethereum.
- The integration allows $RLUSD to move across XRPL, Cardano, Ethereum, Wanchain, and several other routes.
- Ripple is currently making moves to expand $RLUSD access to more networks, with mainnet deployment on Ethereum L2 networks like Optimism expected this year.
- $RLUSD currently holds a $1.6 billion market cap, with trading volume surging over 91% in 24 hours to $80.45 million.
Wanchain Expands $RLUSD Availability Beyond XRPL and Ethereum
In a tweet, Wanchain announced adding $RLUSD to its bridge infrastructure, enabling smooth two-way transfers across multiple blockchains.
Consequently, users can now move $RLUSD between the $XRP Ledger and Cardano, XRPL and Wanchain, Ethereum and Cardano, Ethereum and Wanchain, Wanchain and Cardano, as well as XRPL and Ethereum. This expanded routing significantly enhances the token’s cross-chain accessibility.
Moreover, the integration highlights ongoing efforts toward a multi-chain financial system. Instead of operating in the Ethereum and XRPL ecosystems alone, $RLUSD now circulates across interconnected platforms, improving liquidity flow and user flexibility.
Ripple Plans $RLUSD Debut on Multiple Blockchains
Meanwhile, the move aligns with Ripple’s strategy to extend $RLUSD’s reach beyond its native ecosystems. That vision gained traction in December when Ripple partnered with Wormhole, leveraging its NTT token standard to expand the stablecoin to Ethereum Layer-2 networks, including Optimism and Base.
While testing remains ongoing, Ripple plans a full mainnet rollout once it secures the necessary regulatory approvals. Now, with Wanchain’s integration, $RLUSD’s accessibility has widened further to include Cardano and Wanchain’s own network.
$RLUSD Volume Spikes 91%
Since its launch in December 2024, $RLUSD has rapidly gained traction in the crypto market. It has secured listings on major exchanges, including Binance, Bitget, Kraken, HashKey, and Coinone.
Currently, $RLUSD has a market cap of $1.6 billion, ranking it as the 44th-largest token globally and the eighth-largest stablecoin. In addition, its trading activity has surged, with volume jumping over 91% in the past 24 hours to reach $80.45 million—an indication of rising demand and market engagement.
