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Ethereum vs XRP: The co-founder of Solana exposes a fundamental difference
7:15 PM ▪ 5 min read ▪ by Mikaia A.
Inform ▪ Blockchain
In the crypto universe, where every project dreams of replicating the successes of the pioneers, the illusion of easy replication remains persistent. But some remind us that not all paths are copyable, especially when the irrational comes into play. While Ripple continues to surprise despite the criticisms, voices are rising to warn that Ethereum will not be able to follow the same path. Among narratives, fundamentals, and market maturity, the debate ignites in the peaks of the crypto sphere.
In summary
Yakovenko believes that XRP follows an irrational dynamic that is impossible to replicate.
Omid Malekan denounces the immaturity of a market dominated by narratives and sentiments.
Jon Charbonneau reminds us that Ethereum must preserve its fundamentals.
Ripple builds a solid institutional infrastructure beyond the simple price of XRP.
Why the “XRP model” is unique according to Yakovenko
Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of Solana, did not hold back: Ethereum will not be able to follow “the manual” of XRP. In a striking post on X, he declares:
Just because something irrational happens in the world doesn’t mean it will happen to you, or that you can make it happen.
According to him, the success of XRP is not replicable, as it depends on dynamics that escape classical rational logics. XRP managed to capture value not through rigid engineering or solid fundamentals, but through a combination of market sentiment, institutional adoption, and collective vibes.
Yakovenko highlights with a hint of irony:
