With many altcoins looking to challenge Bitcoin’s dominance, the debate of the efficacy of cryptocurrencies for payments often comes up. Recently, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse highlighted key issues with Bitcoin’s functionality as a payment system during a discussion shared by crypto expert Levi (@LeviRietveld) on X.
Commenting on XRP’s superiority when used for payments, Garlinghouse noted that Bitcoin transactions often take an hour to confirm and can incur high fees. This makes Bitcoin impractical for everyday transactions, an aspect where XRP shines.
XRP’s Superiority Over Bitcoin
Bitcoin remains a dominant force in the cryptocurrency market. It’s often called digital gold due to its role as a store of value. However, its limitations as a payment system are frequently criticized.
Bitcoin has an average transaction confirmation time of 10 minutes. It can stretch to longer periods during network congestion. This, combined with fluctuating fees renders it suboptimal for microtransactions or real-time payments.
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In contrast, XRP, the cryptocurrency used within Ripple’s payment ecosystem, offers a faster and more cost-effective alternative. XRP’s transaction confirmation typically occurs within seconds, with fees averaging a few cents or even a fraction of a cent. These features make XRP particularly appealing for cross-border payments and high-volume financial activities.
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has previously commented on XRP’s advantages over Bitcoin , and many other experts have openly advocated for XRP’s superiority in payments, citing its scalability and efficiency.
A recent Bitcoin transaction with a notably high fee has reignited discussions about Bitcoin’s practical use in payments. As network congestion increases, Bitcoin users may face exorbitant fees, undermining its appeal for everyday transactions. XRP, with its consistent low-cost structure, avoids these pitfalls, offering predictability and affordability to users.
Is Bitcoin’s Time At the Top Over?
Bitcoin still has its uses. As Garlinghouse noted, Bitcoin has succeeded in many ways as an experiment but the crypto market has to evolve. The use of Bitcoin as an everyday currency is an important part of this evolution. For use cases involving fast, low-cost transactions, XRP demonstrates clear advantages over Bitcoin.
Ripple’s partnerships with banks and remittance companies show XRP’s capability as a bridge currency for cross-border transactions and regular payments. This aligns with Ripple’s mission of improving global financial infrastructure and revolutionizing payments through faster, more efficient solutions.
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