– Ripple to expand RLUSD stablecoin to Ethereum L2 networks by 2026 – Utilizes Wormhole’s cross-chain protocol for seamless network integration – Targets Optimism, Base, Ink Chain, and Unichain for initial rollout – Aims to improve capital efficiency and reduce bridge risk – Responds to rising institutional demand for cross-chain stablecoins

Ripple Expands RLUSD Stablecoin to Ethereum Layer-2 Networks

Ripple plans to extend its RLUSD stablecoin to multiple Ethereum Layer-2 networks in 2026 using Wormhole's cross-chain messaging protocol and the Native Token Transfers (NTT) standard.
The rollout will bridge RLUSD to Optimism, Base, Ink Chain, and Unichain, marking Ripple's first major involvement with Ethereum's L2 ecosystem.
Wormhole integration allows RLUSD to move across supported networks without relying on wrapped assets or fragmented liquidity pools, enhancing capital efficiency.
This expansion makes RLUSD one of the first stablecoins to natively integrate with several Ethereum scaling networks, targeting lower transaction costs and higher throughput.
The integration reflects increasing institutional demand for stablecoins that operate seamlessly across chains without regulatory compromise.
Ripple's strategy aligns with the growing traction of stablecoins in traditional finance, as evidenced by Visa's recent launch of a Stablecoins Advisory Practice.
The global stablecoin market now exceeds $250 billion, positioning RLUSD to compete in cross-chain settlement, enterprise payments, and on-chain liquidity provisioning.
The timeline indicates a phased rollout emphasizing infrastructure, compliance, and corporate partnerships.