XRP News Today: Cardano Airdrops 12 Billion NIGHT Tokens to 2.2M XRP Wallets

Cardano’s privacy-focused blockchain initiative, Midnight, has launched its “Glacier Airdrop,” distributing NIGHT tokens across multiple major blockchain networks. Over 33 million wallets, including 2.2 million XRP addresses, 1 million Cardano wallets, and significant Ethereum, Solana, and BNB Chain holders, are set to receive the airdrop based on a predefined snapshot of token balances. The distribution aims to promote cross-chain engagement and expand Cardano’s influence in the broader crypto ecosystem [1].

ADA holders are among the key beneficiaries, with each ADA in a snapshot-eligible wallet entitling the holder to 0.34 NIGHT tokens. Approximately 12 billion NIGHT tokens—half of the total Glacier Airdrop—are allocated to Cardano wallets, potentially affecting over one million addresses. Analysts have highlighted that this could lead to increased economic activity on Cardano, especially with the launch of Midnight and other partner chains [1].

The claim window, which begins in July and runs through August 2025, requires users to visit the official Midnight Claim Portal, enter an eligible wallet address, and designate a new Cardano wallet for the tokens. Verification involves signing a digital note to confirm ownership. Tokens will then be released after this step. Those who fail to claim their allocation within the 60-day window will lose their share, as unclaimed tokens may be reallocated or lost [2][3].

The airdrop reflects Midnight’s cross-chain ambitions, with different allocation rates for various blockchains. XRP holders will receive 0.04173 NIGHT per XRP, while Ethereum addresses get 50.73 NIGHT per ETH. Solana and BNB Chain wallets are allocated 5.95% and 3.32% of the total supply, respectively. This distribution underscores Midnight’s goal of fostering cross-chain cooperation and expanding Cardano’s reach [1].

Built on zero-knowledge cryptography, Midnight enables confidential decentralized applications and transactions. This focus on privacy has attracted attention from traditional finance circles, including Wall Street analysts, who view potential enterprise adoption as a key factor in the initiative’s long-term success [1]. The strategy aligns with Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson’s vision of delivering one of the largest airdrops in terms of user reach [1].

As the claim portal nears its launch, the airdrop is expected to drive engagement across multiple blockchain platforms. Investors and developers are closely monitoring the initiative, as its success could signal a broader shift toward privacy-centric blockchain infrastructure [1].

Source:

[1] Cardano's NIGHT Airdrop to Hit 2.2M XRP Wallets (https://coingape.com/cardano-night-airdrop-hit-2-2m-xrp-wallets-how-much-get/)

[2] Cardano Midnight Airdrop: 24 Billion NIGHT Tokens to Be (https://cryptorank.io/news/feed/e717d-cardano-midnight-airdrop-night-token-distribution-2025)

[3] Here's How to Claim Cardano's Midnight Glacier Token (https://coinpedia.org/news/heres-how-to-claim-cardanos-midnight-glacier-token-airdrop-on-xrp-bitcoin-ethereum-and-more/)