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Ripple Faces Controversy Over Blocking Batch Transactions and Hooks Deployment on XRPL

Jonathan Carls by Jonathan Carls
January 28, 2025
in Binance Feed, Market
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Ripple Faces Controversy Over Blocking Batch Transactions and Hooks Deployment on XRPL
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  • Ripple’s influence sparks debates on decentralization and governance in the XRPL ecosystem.
  • Hooks’ rejection highlights the tension between innovation, risk, and network stability.
  • XRPL’s governance ensures consensus, but Ripple’s cautious stance draws community criticism.

Ripple’s recent moves on the XRPL have sparked debates within the blockchain community. The decision to block batch transactions follows earlier disputes regarding the Hooks amendment. 

These actions have raised questions about Ripple’s influence over the XRPL and the decentralized nature of the network. The conversation has also highlighted governance mechanisms, the amendment process, and the intricate balance between innovation and security on decentralized platforms.

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No. The primary governance mechanism is the code node operators choose to run. That's what determines what state changes are or aren't allowed.

— David "JoelKatz" Schwartz (@JoelKatz) January 27, 2025

Hooks Controversy: Balancing Innovation and Risk

According to David “JoelKatz” Schwartz, Ripple CTO, the Hooks proposal aimed to introduce programmability to the XRPL, expanding its functionality. However, concerns over its potential risks led Ripple and other stakeholders to oppose its direct integration. 

Consequently, the Hooks team shifted focus toward launching an independent network. While the decision was deemed logical by Ripple’s representatives, it caused divisions within the community.

Ripple emphasized the importance of caution, suggesting a gradual approach to programmability through incremental, safer changes. This approach reflects their focus on preserving the network’s stability. 

However, the perceived lack of communication between Ripple’s XRPL team and the Hooks developers fueled criticism. These dynamics underscore the challenges of aligning innovation with security in a decentralized ecosystem.

For all decentralized layer one blockchains, the system's rules are determined by, and enforced by, the code. There's essentially no limit on what you can make the code allow or prohibit. People whose code enforces sufficiently similar rules can interoperate while people whose…

— David "JoelKatz" Schwartz (@JoelKatz) January 28, 2025

Ripple’s Influence and Decentralized Governance

According to  David “JoelKatz” Schwartz, Ripple holds considerable influence over XRPL governance, although its power is not absolute. Governance primarily stems from the code that node operators choose to run. 

This system ensures that no single entity, including Ripple, can unilaterally impose changes without broad support. Validators and node operators must agree on amendments for any system-wide changes to take effect.

Unlike centralized systems, XRPL governance depends on consensus mechanisms to prevent unauthorized changes. For instance, Ripple cannot add new XRP to the ledger without risking a network fork. Historical examples like the Bitcoin-Bitcoin Cash and Ethereum-Ethereum Classic splits illustrate how market forces determine the success of competing rule sets.

Decentralization and the Amendment Process

XRPL’s amendment process exists to minimize disruptions and foster uncontroversial updates. However, critics argue that Ripple’s influence skews the process. The decision to block batch transactions reinforces this sentiment, as it reflects Ripple’s cautious stance on system changes. 

Despite concerns, Ripple maintains that the community holds the ultimate power. Validators can propose amendments and advocate for rule changes.

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