Ripple CTO Breaks Silence on Missing XRP Ledger History
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jul 27 2025Missing Blocks Controversy: About 32,000 blocks from the early development of the XRP Ledger are missing due to a software bug, not intentional deletion, according to Ripple's CTO, Schwartz.
Decision on Ledger Continuity: The team opted to continue with the existing ledger despite the gap in transaction history, as resetting it would have resulted in losing all data after block 32,000, prioritizing security and stability instead.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
