$XRP #BTCvsETH The *XRP* currency is the original digital currency of the *Ripple* network, and it is primarily used to facilitate *international financial transfers* quickly and at low cost.
✳️ Basic Information:
- *Symbol*: XRP
- *Developer*: Ripple Labs
- *Purpose*: Facilitate cross-border money transfers between banks
- *Speed*: Transactions are completed in less than 5 seconds
- *Fees*: Very low
- *Maximum Supply*: 100 billion XRP
- *Verification Method*: Consensus Protocol, not Proof of Work or Stake
💡 Uses of XRP:
- Transferring money through banks and payment companies.
- Reducing dependence on the SWIFT system.
- Providing instant liquidity in global transfers.
⚖️ Legal Controversy:
- Ripple has been subjected to a lawsuit from the *U.S. SEC* regarding the classification of XRP as securities.
- Partial rulings in favor of Ripple have restored investor confidence.
📊 Its Status:
- It is considered one of the *largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization*.
- It is supported by banks and financial institutions in Asia, Europe, and Latin America.