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XRP News Today: Ripple's Patent Positions XRP as SWIFT Alternative for Faster Cross-Border Transactions
Coin WorldSunday, Jul 27, 2025 2:27 pm ET
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Aime SummaryRipple’s recently disclosed European patent (EP3054405A1) has sparked renewed interest in XRP’s potential to redefine global financial infrastructure. Crypto researcher Stern Drew has detailed how the patent introduces a novel mechanism called “Temporary Consensus Subnetworks,” a framework designed to enable faster and more secure cross-border payments by leveraging
as a settlement asset [1]. This innovation, according to Drew, positions XRP to replace traditional systems like SWIFT by offering a decentralized yet customizable consensus model for institutional-grade transactions.The patent outlines a process where transaction participants—sender and receiver—select a temporary group of trusted validators to approve a specific payment. Unlike the XRP Ledger’s standard consensus mechanism, which requires validation by the entire network, this method allows for transaction validation in seconds through a smaller, dynamic validator set. Once confirmed, the transaction is recorded on the broader XRP Ledger for transparency. Drew emphasizes that this approach retains decentralization while addressing scalability and latency challenges critical for high-value, real-time settlements [1].
The implications for global financial systems are significant. Traditional cross-border payments often rely on intermediaries and take days to process, incurring high fees. By enabling near-instant finality through trusted validators, Ripple’s system could streamline operations in sectors such as central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), tokenized assets, and interbank transfers. Drew argues this aligns with institutional demands for both speed and trust, as institutions can calibrate security levels per transaction. For instance, smaller transactions might use fewer validators for speed, while larger ones could employ more to strengthen consensus [1].
XRP’s role in this framework extends beyond retail use, according to the analysis. The patent positions the token as a neutral bridge asset, facilitating conversions between diverse currencies and tokenized value forms without compromising the XRP Ledger’s decentralized nature. This flexibility could appeal to central banks and financial entities managing real-world asset tokenization, offering a tailored infrastructure that balances customization with security [1].
The patent underscores Ripple’s shift from experimental research to infrastructure development, embedding XRP at the core of its vision for a blockchain-based financial network. By addressing institutional pain points in trust, speed, and scalability, the company appears to be targeting governments and institutions seeking reliable cross-border solutions. Drew notes that this innovation is not speculative but a patented architecture reflecting Ripple’s long-term strategy to integrate XRP into global finance [1].
The broader financial industry may need to reassess its reliance on legacy systems if this technology gains adoption. Temporary Consensus Subnetworks could lower barriers to entry for blockchain in sectors requiring high throughput and real-time settlement. However, the success of XRP in this role will depend on regulatory acceptance and institutional adoption, areas where
continues to face scrutiny.Sources: [1] Ripple’s Patent Decoded: Making XRP the Backbone of Global Liquidity [https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/68866dc96eed8e5846f95a46/].
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