
KEYTAKEAWAYS
- XRP facilitates rapid and cost-effective global transactions, standing out for its 3-5 seconds settlement time.
- Its adoption and value are influenced by Ripple's legal battles and partnerships with financial institutions.
- With ongoing developments and a focus on sustainability, XRP is poised for increased adoption in future financial innovations.
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XRP: Speed and Efficiency in Digital Payments
XRP is a digital asset on the XRP Ledger—a decentralized, open-source blockchain technology built for speed, cost-efficiency, and scalability. Launched in 2012 by Ripple, XRP stands out for its rapid transaction settlement times of 3-5 seconds and minimal transaction costs, averaging $0.0002. It’s designed to be a more sustainable alternative to proof-of-work cryptocurrencies, boasting a transaction capacity of 1,500 per second.