Ripple is prioritizing cross-chain interoperability<\/strong>, with the ambition to transform XRP<\/a><\/strong> into a bridging asset between different blockchains, far exceeding its historical role in international payments. Through Federated Sidechains, developers can now create dApps connected to the XRP Ledger<\/strong>, opening opportunities in DeFi<\/strong>, NFTs<\/strong>, and blockchain gaming<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Financial institutions are showing growing interest in this expanded vision. Several banks are already testing XRP<\/a> as multi-chain collateral<\/strong>, progressively strengthening its role in global financial infrastructure. This institutional adoption, though limited for now, represents a strong signal for the network’s future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n