In a move that has excited two of crypto’s most passionate communities, Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has openly discussed a potential collaboration with the XRP ecosystem. The revelation came during a recent AMA session, where Hoskinson highlighted shared goals and a recent conversation with Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse.
What Would a Collaboration Look Like?
Hoskinson outlined several exciting possibilities for 2025:
- Lace Wallet Integration: The Cardano-based Lace Wallet will officially add support for XRP before the end of the year. This will provide XRP holders with a powerful new tool for managing their assets.
- Joint Events: The founder expressed a strong desire to co-host an event with key XRP community stakeholders, specifically naming renowned pro-crypto lawyer John Deaton.
This outreach signals a growing trend of interoperability and cooperation between major blockchain ecosystems, moving away from maximalist tribalism.
John Deaton Accepts the Invitation
The response from the XRP community was immediate and positive. John Deaton quickly took to X (formerly Twitter) to accept the invitation, calling it an “honor and a pleasure” to work with Hoskinson and other leaders to advance the entire crypto space.
Prominent XRP community member BankXRP also commended the move, noting that such collaborations fuel innovation, strengthen security, drive adoption, and build crucial trust.
The Massive Success of the Midnight Airdrop
Hoskinson also used the AMA to highlight the stunning success of the Midnight (NIGHT) airdrop, which was notably inclusive of multiple communities.
- Over 1.6 billion tokens have already been redeemed.
- The airdrop was available to holders of ADA, XRP, BTC, ETH, SOL, BNB, AVAX, and BAT.
- Hoskinson believes it is on track to become “one of the largest airdrops of all time.”
He described the layered airdrop strategy as a “really nice way of getting other ecosystems involved,” further emphasizing the theme of cross-chain collaboration.
The Bottom Line
Hoskinson’s comments are more than just speculation; they are a clear signal of intent. By integrating XRP into Lace Wallet and planning joint initiatives, Cardano and XRP could be on the verge of a powerful alliance. For investors and believers in both projects, this potential collaboration represents a exciting step toward a more unified and cooperative crypto industry.
