RippleX Revamps XRP Ledger (XRPL) Sidechains: What's New?
RippleX, formerly Ripple’s developer arm, has significantly changed the design of XRP Ledger's sidechains, as announced by developer Scott Determan. This update promises to revolutionize the XRP Ledger (XRPL) and its capabilities.
XRPL Sidechains: Enhanced Customization and Smart Contract Functionality
As designed, the sidechains function by helping developers to customize the XRP Ledger (XRPL) to complement their taste. Additionally, the project allows for the usage of smart contracts, expanding the possibilities within the XRPL ecosystem.
Bridging XRP and Ethereum: The EVM-Compatible Sidechain
But XRPL is flipping the script with its new Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible sidechain, a game-changing feature that connects the XRP ecosystem to Ethereum. This allows developers to seamlessly integrate applications and assets between the two blockchains, unlocking new levels of interoperability.
Understanding Federated Sidechains: The Role of the Federator
In order to understand the vision for FederatedSidechains, it is first important to define a federator: a piece of software that connects to at least two instances of the XRPL software. The federator software means anyone who wanted to could run a sidechain to the XRP Ledger. On one side, the federator is Ver más
RippleX's Vision for XRPL Sidechains: A Developer-Focused Approach
These design changes from RippleX aim to provide developers with more flexibility and control over their XRPL-based applications. The EVM-compatible sidechain, coupled with the federator system, creates a powerful platform for innovation and integration within the broader blockchain landscape. 2 de sept. de 2025 saw RippleX unveil these groundbreaking updates according to a recent update.