• Charles Hoskinson plans to add XRP, RLUSD, and DeFi features to Cardano.
• RLUSD is just part of a larger plan to add Ripple-based assets.
• Cardano may invest in bitcoins and use the profits to buy back ADA.
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Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, published new information about the potential integration of XRP and related features into the Cardano blockchain.
Hoskinson responded with a broad plan that is not limited to RLUSD. His comments followed a user's inquiry about whether the RealUSD (RLUSD) stablecoin, backed by Ripple, would be available on Cardano.
He mentioned that a complete 'XRP package' is already on the way, with plans for the integration of XRP DeFi, support for the Lace wallet, 'glacial drops', and ongoing discussions about RealUSD. He did not specify timelines but confirmed that high-level discussions are underway.
Cardano is preparing for the integration of XRP with RLUSD.
Once RLUSD was mentioned, the crypto community sprang into action, with many hoping for information on when they could access the stablecoin on the Cardano blockchain. However, Hoskinson's response suggests that RLUSD is part of a larger plan that includes all other Ripple-related assets.
One term that has become more popular is 'glacial drops'. Although this term is not often used in this field, it refers to the controlled and phased release of tokens or features—similar to targeted distribution efforts tied to significant product milestones.
Support for the Lace wallet is also on the agenda. Since the official Cardano wallet was created with a focus on user experience, integrating Lace with XRP will simplify access for users wanting to manage Ripple-based assets in the Cardano ecosystem.
Equally important is the mention of DeFi. Historically, XRP has played a limited role in decentralized finance. Its integration into the Cardano smart contract infrastructure could unlock new use cases—such as lending, borrowing, and providing liquidity—potentially attracting more users and developers to the platform.
Although final decisions have not yet been made public, Hoskinson's remarks shed more light on Cardano's commitment to ensuring operational compatibility, interest in implementing stablecoins, and desire to expand its presence in the DeFi space.
With the integration of RLUSD utilities, XRP DeFi, enhanced wallet features, and the issuance of tokens, Cardano is preparing to compete for its share in the competitive blockchain ecosystem.
If it works, it could be significant for Cardano, allowing it to expand its ecosystem and offer a bit more than it currently does to an even larger cryptocurrency market.
Hoskinson proposes strategic investments to increase Cardano's treasury.
Recently, Hoskinson shared his vision of what the Cardano community should expect from the decentralized Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) of the ecosystem. He provided an update in an 18-minute podcast on X for ecosystem members.
According to Hoskinson, the team is considering several approaches to improve and develop Cardano SWF. He stated that the goal is to use the fund's resources for the benefit of the ecosystem.
According to Hoskinson, the team is considering several approaches to improve and develop Cardano SWF. He stated that the goal is to use the fund's resources for the benefit of the ecosystem.
Hoskinson explained that the decentralized Cardano SWF is fundamentally similar to how countries like Norway invest national wealth in assets for future benefits. He suggested investing a small portion of Cardano's treasury in various assets.
"Can we take around $100 million in ADA from the treasury, convert it into a mix of stablecoins... and also convert some of it into bitcoins to fuel bitcoins/DeFi?" he asked.
The plan aims to reduce risk, create long-term returns, and reinvest money into ADA buybacks. This creates the Cardano Sovereign Wealth Fund to grow the ecosystem and, therefore, the value of ADA over time.
Cardano can achieve relatively easy profits without significantly depleting its core reserves by allocating part of the treasury to Bitcoin and similar assets. When used to acquire ADA, these profits could increase demand and support the market price. Charles Hoskinson describes an economic model designed for the self-sustaining activities of the Cardano community.