🦑 Squid Joins XRPL's Trusted Validator List
🦑 Squid Joins XRPL's Trusted Validator List
🦑 Squid makes the list
Squid has been added to the XRPL Unique Node List (UNL), joining the network's trusted validators responsible for ledger consensus.
What this means:
- Squid is now recognized as a high-quality validator on the XRP Ledger
- The company will participate in the consensus process that validates transactions
- This follows their initial addition as an XRPL validator in February 2026
Why it matters: Being part of the UNL represents a significant trust milestone in the XRPL ecosystem. Validators on this list are considered reliable nodes that help maintain the network's security and integrity.
Squid brings cross-chain expertise to their validator role, having built infrastructure that enables token swaps and transactions across multiple blockchain networks.
(11) This one's huge for XRPL! Squid was added to the XRPL UNL meaning we are part of the list of trusted, high quality validators for ledger consensus. This is a significant milestone as we grow our presence in the XRPL ecosystem. x.com/XRPLF/status/2…
An updated XRPL UNL was released today. @squidrouter was added to the UNL. We welcome them on behalf of the community.
Squid Expands Cross-Chain Infrastructure with Metacade Integration and New Intents Protocol
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Squid Doubles Down on Development Despite Market Downturn in Q1 2026
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🛒 Buy CELO Mini App Launches on MiniPay for 14M+ Users Across 60 Countries
**MiniPay Integration Expands Access** Squid has launched its Buy CELO Mini App on MiniPay, enabling 14 million+ users across 60+ countries to purchase CELO tokens directly within the app. **Key Features:** - Instant CELO purchases in seconds - Integration with MiniPay's self-custodial wallet on Celo - Supports borderless stablecoin transactions - Powered by Squid's cross-chain infrastructure This follows Squid's previous Mini App launch on MiniPay for digital gold trading, continuing their mission to provide seamless access to both stablecoins and real-world assets.
🦑 Squid's CORAL Simplifies Cross-Chain Swaps
Squid launched **CORAL** (Cross-chain Order Routing and Auction Layer), an intent-based system that streamlines cross-chain transactions. **How it works:** - Users specify what they want - Squid handles execution automatically - Combines onchain liquidity sources with offchain market maker inventory through Request-For-Quote auctions **Key benefits:** - Reduces transaction steps from multiple to just 2 - 90% lower gas fees - Zero slippage - Faster execution times Currently live on Ethereum, Base, Arbitrum, BNB Chain, and Linea, with Avalanche and Optimism support coming soon. The system supports ETH, USDC, and USDT swaps, even for amounts as small as $5. [Try CORAL](http://app.squidrouter.com)