- MetaMask now supports XRP via XRPL EVM sidechain, enabling storage, transfers, and receipt of XRP within its wallet interface.
- XRPL EVM acts as a bridge, letting Ethereum-based tools interact with XRP’s ledger for dApp development and liquidity access.
MetaMask now supports XRP following its integration with the XRPL EVM sidechain, a development confirmed by the platform this week. The update allows users to store, send, and receive XRP directly within MetaMask’s interface, expanding the wallet’s compatibility beyond Ethereum-based assets.
The XRPL EVM sidechain operates as a bridge between XRP Ledger (XRPL) functionalities and Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) standards, enabling tools built for Ethereum to interact with XRPL. This integration simplifies access for developers creating decentralized applications (dApps) that leverage XRP’s liquidity or settlement speed while utilizing MetaMask’s widespread adoption.
“This step aligns with broader efforts to connect blockchain networks” a MetaMask spokesperson stated, framing the move as part of ongoing technical upgrades rather than isolated experimentation. The XRPL EVM sidechain itself remains in a beta phase, with users required to manually configure their MetaMask settings to access the new feature.
For everyday users, the addition means fewer steps when managing multi-chain portfolios. XRP holders can now interact with decentralized exchanges, lending platforms, or NFT marketplaces without switching wallets. Developers gain a streamlined path to integrate XRP into EVM-compatible projects, potentially broadening use cases for the token.
The integration arrives amid debates about cross-chain interoperability’s role in blockchain adoption. While no immediate price shifts followed the announcement, the update underscores XRPL’s push to align with Ethereum’s developer ecosystem. Future updates to the XRPL EVM sidechain could introduce more features, though timelines remain unspecified.
MetaMask’s decision reflects a pattern of gradual expansion, prioritizing assets with established networks. As blockchain tools evolve, such integrations may become routine, reshaping how users and builders engage with digital assets across protocols.
As of now, XRP is trading at $2.15, experiencing a daily drop of -3.79% after peaking at $2.359 earlier in the week. Despite the current pullback, XRP has gained +323.26% over the past 6 months and +318.35% over the past year, showing sustained long-term strength. The price is currently consolidating below $2.26, under the 23.6% Fibonacci retracement level, with critical support around $2.22.
From a technical standpoint, XRP is in a correction phase but remains within a broader uptrend. The ability to hold above the $2.20–$2.22 support zone is crucial. If bulls regain momentum and break past $2.33, a push toward $2.50 and possibly $3.00 becomes likely. Oscillator indicators remain mixed, suggesting a wait-and-see approach is being adopted by many short-term traders.
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