XRP News Today: XRP Holders Eligible for Cardano's Midnight Airdrop via Xaman Wallet

The Midnight Foundation has launched the Glacier Airdrop, offering XRP holders the chance to claim the NIGHT token—a development that marks a pivotal cross-chain moment for both the XRP and Cardano ecosystems. The airdrop is live and accessible exclusively via Xaman Wallet, the only officially supported platform for the claim process. Users must log in using a desktop browser and directly access the claim site at https://claim.midnight.gd to ensure a secure and legitimate experience [1].

To be eligible, participants needed to hold at least $100 worth of native tokens, including XRP, in a self-custody wallet during the snapshot period. While XRP holders qualify based on their ledger holdings, the NIGHT token will be distributed to new Cardano wallets—distinct from the XRP Ledger [2]. This structure ensures uniqueness of identity and prevents multiple claims from the same user. Each participant is allowed one claim, and the process is designed to encourage the adoption of fresh Cardano wallets.

Wietse Wind, founder of Xaman Wallet, emphasized the importance of using only the official tools and warned against engaging with third-party or suspicious links. He reiterated, “Only sign in with Xaman is safe,” a reminder of the prevalent scam attempts mimicking support channels [3]. Users are advised to avoid unsolicited communications and to rely solely on the in-app notifications and support features of Xaman Wallet for any assistance.

The airdrop is structured in three phases: the 60-day Glacier Drop, a 30-day Scavenger Mine phase for unclaimed tokens, and a final Lost-and-Found phase. The total supply of NIGHT tokens will be distributed as follows: 50% to Cardano users, 20% to Bitcoin holders, and the remaining 30% across Avalanche, Solana, XRP, Ethereum, BNB, and BAT users [4]. With 33.6 million eligible addresses across supported blockchains, including 2.2 million on the XRP Ledger, the airdrop has been described as one of the largest in recent crypto history [5].

The event has drawn significant attention, particularly for XRP holders, who stand to gain a new token without any upfront cost. The strategic inclusion of the XRP Ledger in the airdrop highlights the increasing emphasis on cross-chain participation and the value of leveraging existing user bases for broader ecosystem engagement [6]. This initiative also underscores the ongoing collaboration between the XRP and Cardano communities, fostering interoperability in the decentralized space.

The airdrop has been preceded by cryptic hints from Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, who teased the event via a social media post. The portal went live shortly afterward, confirming widespread speculation and marking a significant milestone for the Midnight Network [7]. As the claim period remains open for 58 days, participants are encouraged to act promptly while ensuring they follow all security protocols to avoid falling victim to scams.

This airdrop reflects the growing trend of token incentives aimed at expanding user engagement across multiple blockchain ecosystems. For XRP holders, it represents not just a financial opportunity, but also a step toward increased participation in cross-chain projects, aligning with the broader vision of a more interconnected Web3 landscape [8].

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[1] https://timestabloid.com/heres-how-xrp-holders-can-qualify-as-cardano-glacier-airdrop-goes-live/

[2] https://www.bitrue.com/blog/cardano-midnight-airdrop-goes-live-what-you-need-to-know

[3] https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/05/cardano-opens-midnight-airdrop-claim-portal-for-xrp-and-ada-users/

[4] https://coingape.com/trending/when-will-the-midnight-airdrop-happen-and-how-can-you-hear-it-before-everyone-else/

[5] http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/amazing-news-for-xrp-holders-largest-airdrop-ever-coming/ar-AA1JFtXV?apiversion=v2&batchservertelemetry=1&domshim=1&noservercache=1&noservertelemetry=1&ocid=finance-verthp-feeds&renderwebcomponents=1&wcseo=1