XRP News Today: Ripple Unveils XRPL EVM Sidechain at EthCC for Enhanced Programmability

Ripple, in collaboration with Peersyst Technology, is set to unveil the XRPL EVM sidechain at the upcoming Sovereign EVM Day during the Ethereum Community Conference (EthCC) in Cannes. This event is poised to be a significant gathering for blockchain developers and enthusiasts focused on Ethereum interoperability. Ripple's latest initiative marks a bold step towards enhancing the programmability of the XRP Ledger, traditionally known for its speed and efficiency in payments.

The XRPL EVM sidechain, developed using the Cosmos SDK and secured with the Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) protocol, introduces smart contract functionality to the XRP Ledger. This innovation allows for the creation of decentralized applications (dApps), DeFi protocols, NFTs, and more, all while leveraging the speed and liquidity of XRP. The sidechain is designed to seamlessly integrate with existing EVM ecosystems, providing developers with a powerful new environment for building applications.

At Sovereign EVM Day, Ripple and Peersyst will demonstrate the XRPL EVM sidechain live, showcasing its real-world applications and use cases. This live demonstration will place the sidechain alongside other cutting-edge projects such as Babylon, TAC, Stride, and Starknet, highlighting its potential to scale with Cosmos at its core. The event will serve as a proving ground for the sidechain, allowing attendees to witness its capabilities firsthand.

The choice of the Cosmos Stack for this development is driven by its interoperability and modularity. The Cosmos SDK allows for the creation of sovereign and application-specific blockchains while maintaining seamless communication across the Cosmos ecosystem through IBC. This approach ensures that the XRPL EVM sidechain benefits from fast finality, flexibility for customization, and trustless asset transfer, making it a triple-win for decentralization, liquidity, and interoperability.

Peersyst Technology, Ripple's key technical partner, brings extensive experience in blockchain development to this project. Ferran Prat, representing Peersyst, will present the technology, benefits, and roadmap of the XRPL EVM sidechain at Sovereign EVM Day. This presentation will focus on the practical execution and functionality of the sidechain, underscoring Ripple and Peersyst's commitment to making the XRP ecosystem more relevant and developer-friendly in the cross-chain era.

Following its live demonstration at EthCC, the XRPL EVM sidechain will enter a new phase of development. Programmers will engage with the sidechain, and Ripple will continue to integrate native tools, expanding its use cases in DeFi and enterprise applications. As interest in Cosmos SDK projects and cross-chain liquidity grows, the XRPL EVM sidechain is poised to evolve rapidly, offering unparalleled speed, finality, programmability, and interoperability.

The debut of the XRPL EVM sidechain at Sovereign EVM Day marks a significant milestone in bridging traditional networks with new technologies. With the support of the Cosmos SDK and powered by Cosmos interoperability, this new ecosystem has the potential to redefine how XRP is used in programmable finance. Whether you are a developer, investor, or blockchain enthusiast, this event represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of blockchain technology.