Rather than using proof-of-work , or PoW, transaction verification like Bitcoin, XRP transactions are verified using a unique consensus protocol in which validators compare potential transactions to the most recent version of the XRP Ledger.
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The main difference between XRP and Bitcoin lies in the fact that the latter uses PoW, while XRP operates a consensus algorithm . This allows XRP to process transactions faster, and without “wasting” vast amounts of computing power and energy. However, it does create a problem of centralization.
Read moreWhat is XRP being used for?
XRP is the native cryptocurrency for products developed by Ripple Labs. Its products are used for payment settlement, asset exchange, and remittance systems that work more like SWIFT, a service for international money and security transfers used by a network of banks and financial intermediaries.
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Both Have Different Methods to Validate Transactions The result is that XRP remains decentralized and is faster and more reliable than many of its competitors . It also means that the XRP consensus system consumes negligible amounts of energy as compared to Bitcoin, which is considered an energy hog.
Read moreHow is XRP different from Bitcoin?
XRP is a token used for representing transfer of value across the Ripple Network. Different to bitcoin, where new coins are created (up the a capped level) as rewards for participants offering computing power to maintain the blockchain network , Ripple created 100 billion XRP coins at its inception.
Read moreCan XRP be like Bitcoin?
Bitcoin and Ripple’s XRP are cryptocurrencies you can trade like government currencies. Both can be used to pay for goods and services. The number of places accepting these currencies is limited.
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