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Consensus mechanisms and their role in governanceConsensus mechanisms determine who holds power, sets rules, and validates changes—essentially shaping the political structure and trust dynamics within every blockchain network.Proof-of-work vs. proof-of-stake…
Overview of XRPL’s consensus mechanismXRPL’s consensus mechanism achieves rapid finality in 3-5 seconds without mining, using a unique validator system that ensures low latency, energy efficiency, and high scalability across…
Arthur Britto’s role in co-founding RippleArthur Britto co-founded Ripple with a vision to revolutionize global payments, laying the groundwork for XRP’s creation and establishing the core principles that still drive…
Pioneering contributions to RippleArthur Britto’s groundbreaking role in co-founding Ripple and architecting its consensus protocol set a bold standard, empowering blockchain developers to reimagine global finance without traditional intermediaries.Championing decentralization…
Origins of the conflictThe feud ignited when Vitalik Buterin criticized Ripple’s XRP as centralized and bank-friendly, clashing with Ripple’s leadership who accused Ethereum of regulatory favoritism and inconsistent decentralization claims.Key…
Understanding the role of validatorsValidators in the XRP Ledger are trusted nodes that vet and agree on transactions, ensuring fast, secure consensus without mining—powering XRP’s efficiency and decentralization.How the consensus…