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Rosie Rios' background and expertiseRosie Rios, former U.S. Treasurer with her signature on over .7 trillion in currency, brings unmatched credibility and economic insight to Ripple’s institutional growth strategy.Strategic role…
Environmental concerns surrounding proof-of-workDavid Schwartz criticizes Bitcoin’s mining model for its massive energy consumption, comparing it to entire countries' usage, calling it unsustainable and harmful in the fight against climate…
Core technology and consensus mechanismsEthereum relies on smart contracts and a decentralized Proof-of-Stake model, while XRP uses a unique consensus protocol enabling faster, cheaper transactions tailored for cross-border financial institutions.Use…
Regulatory developments and their impact on XRPRecent court rulings and shifting global policies are reshaping XRP’s legal standing, potentially unlocking broader exchange listings, institutional adoption, and renewed investor confidence in…
Energy consumption metrics of major blockchainsBitcoin consumes over 100 TWh annually, Ethereum post-merge uses around 0.01 TWh, while XRPL’s energy footprint remains astonishingly low—comparable to traditional email transactions per node.Consensus…
Energy usage in blockchain networksXRP consumes mere kilowatt-hours annually, while Bitcoin's energy usage rivals small countries—highlighting XRP’s drastic efficiency advantage in blockchain network energy consumption.Consensus mechanisms: proof of work vs.…