Internet Computer (ICP) vs XRP (XRP)

Internet Computer is a layer 1 blockchain protocol providing decentralized infrastructure for building software, websites, databases, servers, and other IT services for businesses. As its name suggests, Internet Computer aims to be a "global computer" for enterprises. The architecture is based on "subnets," which are separate blockchain networks hosted on data centers around the world, that businesses can customize as needed.

The XRP Ledger is a distributed digital payment network that operates on a peer-to-peer basis, designed to facilitate international money transfers, making them faster and cheaper for banks and financial institutions. The native currency of this network is XRP, used to conduct payments and pay transaction fees. The XRP Ledger is supported by various independent organizations, the most famous of which is Ripple, an American company that has raised nearly $300 million in total.