We’re excited to announce our partnership with Relay DEX - a decentralized protocol that makes swapping tokens feel effortless. No bridges. No delays. No third-party tools. Now with Relay built right into Gem Wallet, just tap “Swap” - and it’s done. This isn’t just an integration. It’s a new standard of simplicity in DeFi.
What Is Relay?
Relay isn’t just another decentralized exchange. It’s a next-generation meta-aggregator - a platform that goes beyond a single network or liquidity source like most DEXs. Instead of limiting you, Relay automatically finds the best route across chains to give you the fastest, smoothest, and most cost-efficient swap. All of this runs on Reservoir, the powerful protocol that powers its entire system.
Whether you want to swap tokens within the same network or move them between different chains - Relay handles both with ease. It’s already connected to over 80 blockchains, giving you access to an entire multichain universe. Want to swap ETH from Arbitrum to USDC on Base? Send USDT from Polygon to Optimism? Or exchange AVAX from Avalanche to SOL on Solana? With Relay, it’s just one click.
Why Relay Is Better
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Fast: No waiting, no confirmations - tokens arrive in just 1–10 seconds, often before you even realize the swap has started.
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Cheap: Settlement happens in low-cost networks, which means fees are much lower - often 60–80% cheaper than traditional bridges.
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Easy: One relayer from the network handles everything using their own liquidity. You just choose what to swap and where - Relay takes care of the rest.
Why Gem Wallet Integrated Relay
Relay’s mission is to make cross-chain transactions as fast, cheap, and easy as sending money online. At Gem Wallet, we fully share that vision. We didn’t just add another DEX - we chose a strategic partner who believes in the same Web3 values we do: openness, transparency, and real accessibility for everyone.
That’s why we integrated Relay. It already works today as a high-performance onchain DEX built right into Gem, enabling lightning-fast swaps of native tokens like HYPE (HyperEVM), BERA (Berachain), and Abstract - all in just a few taps, directly inside the wallet interface. Looking ahead, we plan to expand cross-chain functionality (alongside what’s already available with THORChain and Chainflip), but even now, Relay is one of the fastest and most seamless ways to explore new ecosystems - and it’s live today.
Why Gem Added Cross-Chain Swap Support for XRP
XRP is more than just a popular coin - it’s one of the most widely used cryptocurrencies in the world, ranking in the top 5 with a market cap of around $127 billion. For millions of users, XRP isn’t just a payment method - it’s a daily tool for transfers and savings. That’s why it’s important to give XRP holders more freedom: the ability to exchange their assets in a decentralized way, directly and securely, without third parties.
Benefits for Gem Wallet Users
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Your Keys - Your Tokens: Storing crypto on exchanges or in centralized wallets is always a risk. With Gem, you get true self-custody: your private keys are stored only on your device. No middlemen. No lockups. Just you and your crypto.
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Privacy by Default: Tired of “Sign up to use Web3”? At Gem, we keep it real: no emails, no personal info, no logins. We don’t ask who you are - because we don’t need to. You stay in control at all times.
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Everything in One Wallet: No more juggling multiple tools - Relay is built right into Gem Wallet and handles everything behind the scenes.
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No Bridges - Just Instant Swaps: Bridges lag, fail, or burn fees. Relay inside Gem feels different: the swap just happens. In seconds. You pick the tokens - and get the result.
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Access to New Ecosystems: Not sure how to reach HyperEVM or Bera without pain and bridges? With Relay, you’re already there. Just open your wallet - what used to be complex is now just two taps away.
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The Simplicity You Deserve: Complicated DeFi interfaces are a punishment. We stripped it down to what matters: choose a token → enter the amount → confirm. That’s it. Just like buying coffee in an app.
Supported Networks and Tokens via Relay in Gem Wallet
At the moment, Gem supports onchain swaps via Relay in the following ecosystems:
HyperEVM - including HYPE and other tokens launched on the network
Beraсhain - including BERA and a wide range of tokens from the Bera ecosystem
Abstract - support for ETH, ERC20 tokens, and wrapped assets within the Abstract network
You can always view the full list of available tokens directly in the app.
Resources for developers
Conclusion
Everything you need to swap tokens is already inside Gem. Just open the app, choose your tokens, swipe - and you’re done. You save time, avoid mistakes, and unlock opportunities that used to feel too complicated. With Gem Wallet and Relay, swapping tokens is now easier, faster, and more accessible than ever.
