Ripple’s EVM Sidechain Set for Q2 Launch

The anticipated launch of the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatible sidechain for XRP Ledger (XRPL) is scheduled for the second quarter (Q2) of 2025, according to Ripple CTO David Schwartz. This integration will enable seamless transfers between XRPL and the Ethereum blockchain. Schwartz’s announcement came during a recent event hosted by the XRP Ledger community, featuring prominent figures like Joel Katz and jazzicoop who emphasized the progress being made with this innovation.