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A closer look at Ripple, the 3rd largest cryptocurrency (altplatform.org)
5 points by esokullu 3243 days ago
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As a novice to the cryptocurrency world I assumed that bitcoin was the only the only one available. I am surprised by how many are available. After reading the article I am interested in investing in these alternative forms of currency as another hat in my portfolio. Now with this beginning knowledge I will expand on it to make an informed decision on which suits my needs the best.
After reading this, it appears that Ripple is probably not a good investment at this time; if another company that offers the similar product has already surpassed it in popularity, it kind of looks like Ripple might be the MySpace product that fizzled when facebook took off. Sounds like the money to made has already been had. I'm more interested in the Goldman product.
For me, Ripple is a cryptocurrency that comes in great promotion for me will be the one that will make direct competition with the Bitcoins, and at the moment can cut a lot of distance. Good luck to Ripple.
The risk here is probably lower than it seems, cryptocurrencies are definitely on the up however the market is becoming saturated with options, they need to provide something that no other currency does
In this opinion piece, P4man looks at the cryptocurrency market to see if there is a credible investment alternative to bitcoin. I hope Ripple future is bright. I have no doubt about this.
I am always on the lookout for a new investment opportunity and this seems to be an exciting prospect. I have to do some more research as I have never heard of it before.
I had never heard of Ripple prior to now, this seems like it could be a good currency to invest in. I badly missed the BitCoin wave and really could use an investment.
The fact that Ripple is the 3rd largest cryptocurrency and I have never heard of it is interesting. Hopefully it will be able to grow and expand more.
Ripple's ahead of Bitcoin in market cap? And yet it's seemingly flown under the radar, getting much less press?! Fascinating.
This field have lots of competition .But i Hope to you guys will make a milestone of this field .Best of luck.
I could invest in cryptocurrency.. it's innovative and would like to try..probably I'll do it
It's new and innovative, unique in the sense that it's completely different ..must try
Ripple future is very bright.It is new and innovative.I could invest in this crypto currency.
It doesn't stand out in a field where there is significant competition.
They are facing some tough competition, but I hope for the best with Ripple.
I WISH LUCK FOR erIPPLE BUT ONLY TIME WILL TELL ABOUT IT'S SUCCESS.
New and innovative, it's safe and interesting..mustyty6y
Seems like a complete scam, not unlike every cryptocurrency.
I don't trust that it as a credible investment
this is a very interesting site. it has a lot of information available, be it on jobs, or answers on anything under the sun.
I HOPE RIPPLE ALL THE BEST.