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Ethereum vs. XRP: The co-founder of Solana exposes a fundamental difference
Sun Apr 27 2025
In the crypto universe, where every project dreams of replicating the success of the pioneers, the illusion of easy reproduction remains persistent. But some remember that not all paths can be copied, especially when the irrational comes into play. While Ripple continues to surprise despite criticism, 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 at the summits of the crypto sphere.
According to him, the success of XRP is not reproducible because it is based on dynamics that escape classical rational logics. XRP managed to capture value not through strict engineering or solid fundamentals, but through a combination of market sentiment, institutional adoption, and collective vibes.
Yakovenko points out with a touch of irony:
If you can't model why XRP or BTC have value, you can't design it, and therefore you can't compete with it.
In other words, without deeply understanding why certain assets capture value despite their irrationality, it is illusory to think that one can 'imitate' their trajectory.
The 'XRP model' belongs to a specific universe, shaped by its history, its followers, and its unique ecosystem. Ethereum, with its own architecture and challenges, will have to find its way differently.