How does a regular chain differ from a ripping chain in the context of digital currencies?

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• Nov 24, 2021 · 3 years ago
  In the context of digital currencies, a regular chain and a ripping chain are two different types of blockchain networks. A regular chain, like Bitcoin or Ethereum, operates on a decentralized consensus mechanism, where multiple nodes validate transactions and maintain the network's security. On the other hand, a ripping chain, specifically referring to the Ripple network, utilizes a different consensus mechanism called Ripple Protocol Consensus Algorithm (RPCA). This mechanism relies on a small number of trusted validators to confirm transactions, which makes it more centralized compared to a regular chain. The main difference between the two lies in their level of decentralization and transaction speed. While a regular chain offers a higher level of decentralization but slower transaction speeds, a ripping chain provides faster transaction speeds but sacrifices some degree of decentralization.
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