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Ripple vs Swift: What are the differences?

Introduction

1. Consensus Algorithm: Ripple uses a consensus algorithm called the Ripple Protocol Consensus Algorithm (RPCA), whereas SWIFT relies on a centralized messaging system where transactions are not verified through a consensus algorithm. Ripple's RPCA allows for faster and more secure transactions without the need for mining.

2. Speed of Transactions: Ripple has a significantly faster transaction speed compared to SWIFT. Ripple's transactions are processed and settled within seconds, while SWIFT transactions can take several days to be completed due to the need for intermediary banks and multiple steps in the process.

3. Cost of Transactions: Ripple transactions are generally cheaper compared to SWIFT transactions. SWIFT transactions involve multiple intermediary banks that charge fees, leading to higher transaction costs. Ripple eliminates the need for intermediaries, resulting in lower fees for users.

4. Decentralization: Ripple is more decentralized compared to SWIFT, which is a centralized system. Ripple's network is based on a distributed ledger technology, providing a more secure and transparent ecosystem for transactions. SWIFT, on the other hand, relies on a centralized messaging system managed by a consortium of banks.

5. Currency Support: Ripple's platform supports various cryptocurrencies and fiat currencies, offering users more flexibility in their transactions. SWIFT primarily deals with fiat currencies, limiting the options available for users.

6. Use of Tokens: Ripple utilizes its native digital asset, XRP, to facilitate transactions on its network, while SWIFT does not have a native digital currency. XRP can be used as a bridge asset for exchanging different currencies quickly and efficiently within the Ripple network.

In Summary, Ripple and SWIFT differ in their consensus algorithms, transaction speed, cost, decentralization, currency support, and the use of digital tokens.

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      Ios
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      Elegant
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      Not Objective-C
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      Backed by apple
    • 93
      Type inference
    • 61
      Generics
    • 54
      Playgrounds
    • 49
      Semicolon free
    • 38
      OSX
    • 36
      Tuples offer compound variables
    • 24
      Clean Syntax
    • 24
      Easy to learn
    • 22
      Open Source
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      Beautiful Code
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      Functional
    • 12
      Dynamic
    • 12
      Linux
    • 11
      Protocol-oriented programming
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      Promotes safe, readable code
    • 9
      No S-l-o-w JVM
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      Explicit optionals
    • 7
      Storyboard designer
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      Optionals
    • 6
      Type safety
    • 5
      Super addicting language, great people, open, elegant
    • 5
      Best UI concept
    • 4
      Its friendly
    • 4
      Highly Readable codes
    • 4
      Fail-safe
    • 4
      Powerful
    • 4
      Faster and looks better
    • 4
      Swift is faster than Objective-C
    • 4
      Feels like a better C++
    • 3
      Easy to learn and work
    • 3
      Much more fun
    • 3
      Protocol extensions
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      Native
    • 3
      Its fun and damn fast
    • 3
      Strong Type safety
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      Easy to Maintain
    • 2
      Protocol as type
    • 2
      All Cons C# and Java Swift Already has
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      Esay
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      MacOS
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      Type Safe
    • 2
      Protocol oriented programming
    • 1
      Can interface with C easily
    • 1
      Actually don't have to own a mac
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      Free from Memory Leak
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      Swift is easier to understand for non-iOS developers.
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      Numbers with underbar
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      Optional chain
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      Great for Multi-Threaded Programming
    • 1
      Runs Python 8 times faster
    • 1
      Objec

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        Must own a mac
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        Memory leaks are not uncommon
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        Very irritatingly picky about things that’s
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        Complicated process for exporting modules
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        Its classes compile to roughly 300 lines of assembly
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        Is a lot more effort than lua to make simple functions
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        Overly complex options makes it easy to create bad code

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      What is Ripple?

      It is an open source protocol which is designed to allow fast and cheap transactions.

      What is Swift?

      Writing code is interactive and fun, the syntax is concise yet expressive, and apps run lightning-fast. Swift is ready for your next iOS and OS X project — or for addition into your current app — because Swift code works side-by-side with Objective-C.

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