Solana launches 1:1‑backed wXRP to bridge XRP Ledger into Solana DeFi, sparking price gains
Solana has launched a 1:1-backed wrapped XRP token (wXRP) to bring XRP liquidity to Solana DeFi apps [1][2].
Solana has activated wrapped XRP (wXRP), a 1:1-backed token redeemable for XRP, making the asset usable across Solana-powered decentralized applications and linking the XRP Ledger with Solana’s ecosystem [1] [2] [3].
Multiple Solana projects now support wXRP, expanding cross-chain liquidity and trading options by allowing XRP to move across networks while maintaining its underlying value structure [1] [3].
Reports noted an immediate market reaction: XRP printed roughly a 5% price increase and SOL also saw gains following the launch announcement [2] [4].
The integration aims to broaden DeFi access for XRP holders and boost decentralized finance activity by connecting XRP Ledger liquidity with Solana applications [1] [3].
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- 1XRP Goes Live on Solana as Cross Chain Liquidity Expands DeFi Access36Crypto• Apr 17, 2026
- 2XRP Gets Major Adoption Boost From Solana as Price Gains MomentumCryptoPotato• Apr 17, 2026
- 3Wrapped XRP goes live on Solana, expanding cross-chain DeFi accessAMBCrypto• Apr 17, 2026
- 4Just-In: Ripple XRP Is Now Live On Solana-Powered Apps, Price Jumps 5%CoinGape• Apr 17, 2026
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