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Early ventures and the creation of Mt. GoxBefore revolutionizing crypto, Jed McCaleb turned a Magic: The Gathering card exchange into Mt. Gox—once the world’s largest Bitcoin exchange—marking his bold entry…
Community-led donation initiativesXRP holders are organizing grassroots campaigns, pooling digital assets to fund global causes—from disaster relief to education—proving that decentralized communities can drive powerful, real-world charitable impact.Ripple’s role in…
Top tweets that moved the XRP market“Elon just blinked at XRP?” A single cryptic tweet sent the market surging 12% in minutes—highlighting how one viral message can ignite a frenzy…
Early involvement with RippleJed McCaleb, a visionary developer and entrepreneur, became a central figure in Ripple’s founding in 2012, bringing his deep experience from projects like eDonkey and early Bitcoin…
Early ventures in technologyJed McCaleb began his tech journey by creating eDonkey2000, one of the largest peer-to-peer file-sharing networks, showcasing his early passion for decentralized systems and disruptive innovation.Founding of…
Use cases and primary functionsEthereum powers decentralized applications and smart contracts, while XRP is optimized for fast, low-cost international money transfers—each tailored to drastically different blockchain use cases.Consensus mechanisms and…
Understanding XRP and its benefits for donationsXRP enables lightning-fast, low-fee transactions, making it an ideal cryptocurrency for charitable giving—ensuring more of your donation goes directly to the cause, not to…
Tax implications for gifting XRPGifting XRP isn't tax-free—while givers don’t pay income tax, they may trigger gift tax if the value exceeds IRS limits, requiring proper valuation and potential Form…
Use of XRP in nonprofit operationsNonprofits leverage XRP for instant global donations, slashing transaction fees and bypassing banking delays—empowering faster disaster relief, transparent funding, and broader donor reach across borders.Key…