Ripple CTO: What to be Used If XRP Ledger Is Restarted from Scratch
Main Idea
Ripple CTO David Schwartz discusses modernizing the XRP Ledger's core components, including the possibility of using Rust if the ledger were restarted from scratch, to address architectural inefficiencies.
Key Points
1. David Schwartz identified architectural inefficiencies in the XRP Ledger, describing it as a 'kind of annoying engine' with monolithic client queries.
2. Schwartz mentioned discussions about rebuilding the ledger in Rust to improve its modularity and efficiency.
3. He noted that re-implementing parts of the ledger is challenging but could enhance XRP's global appeal.
4. Ripple is reviewing external proposals to undertake modernization efforts, with Schwartz highlighting ongoing initiatives.
Description
Ripple Chief Technology Officer David Schwartz recently explored the idea of modernizing the XRP Ledger’s core components, including the possibility of a modular architecture and a Rust-based implementation. The comments came during an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session hosted by XRPL Commons and were shared on X by crypto commentator Crypto Eri (@sentosumosaba), who posted a clip highlighting the exchange. Despite XRPL’s longstanding performance and reliability , Schwartz did not shy away from ident...
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