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Kaspa and Ripple: Differences and Similarities in Approaches

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

3 hours ago


Kaspa and Ripple represent distinct approaches in blockchain: one focuses on community governance, while the other builds financial systems infrastructure.

Kaspa: The Miner's Revolution

Kaspa emerged in 2021 with a focus on miners and code, unlike projects with heavy founder involvement. Its core, GHOSTDAG, allows blocks to align side by side instead of a single line, enhancing efficiency. Using the kHeavyHash algorithm, it balances energy use while allowing network operation. Kaspa plans to increase network speed to 10 blocks per second by April-May 2025.

Ripple: Financial Infrastructure Provider

Ripple Labs developed the XRP Ledger in 2012 to assist financial institutions in a digital asset world. The consensus protocol, contrasting with mining, enables transaction approval in just 3-5 seconds. This speed stems from Ripple Labs' centralized control, facilitating swift strategic decisions.

Head-to-Head: Where They Stand in 2025

Kaspa and Ripple vary in governance: Kaspa relies on miners while Ripple is board-driven. Kaspa aims for a faster network speed, whereas Ripple provides a stable solution for financial services. Both projects are important contributors to the blockchain ecosystem with their unique strengths.

Kaspa and Ripple showcase diverse blockchain strategies: from decentralization to financial integration. Both bring significant innovations to the blockchain ecosystem with their distinct advantages.

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