{"id":2617,"date":"2022-02-10T09:21:52","date_gmt":"2022-02-10T09:21:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/?p=2617"},"modified":"2025-08-01T05:41:11","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T05:41:11","slug":"will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin","title":{"rendered":"Will Litecoin Be Ever Better Than Bitcoin?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a051023b1af6\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a051023b1af6\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#Why_is_Every_Crypto_Compared_with_Bitcoin\" >Why is Every Crypto Compared with Bitcoin?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#What_is_the_Difference_Between_Litecoin_and_Bitcoin\" >What is the Difference Between Litecoin and Bitcoin?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#1_Speed_Throughput\" >1. Speed &amp; Throughput<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#2_Fees_Costs\" >2. Fees &amp; Costs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#3_Mining_Algorithm\" >3. Mining Algorithm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#4_Supply_and_Inflation\" >4. Supply and Inflation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#Technical_Advantages_of_Litecoin\" >Technical Advantages of Litecoin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#Market_Position_and_Real-World_Adoption\" >Market Position and Real-World Adoption<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#Institutional_Trust_Liquidity\" >Institutional Trust &amp; Liquidity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#Regulatory_Landscape\" >Regulatory Landscape<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#Will_Litecoin_Ever_Be_Better_Than_Bitcoin\" >Will Litecoin Ever Be Better Than Bitcoin?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#Where_to_Buy_Bitcoin_and_Litecoin_Safely\" >Where to Buy Bitcoin and Litecoin Safely<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Litecoin_and_Bitcoin\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Litecoin and Bitcoin<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#Can_Litecoin_transactions_be_cheaper_than_Bitcoin\" >Can Litecoin transactions be cheaper than Bitcoin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#Will_Litecoin_ever_surpass_Bitcoin_in_value_or_usage\" >Will Litecoin ever surpass Bitcoin in value or usage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#Is_it_safe_to_hold_both_Litecoin_and_Bitcoin\" >Is it safe to hold both Litecoin and Bitcoin?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/will-litecoin-be-ever-better-than-bitcoin\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bitcoin is undoubtedly the most popular cryptocurrency, but Litecoin is emerging as a faster, more sophisticated version.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have tried sending Bitcoin to someone and had to wait 30 minutes for confirmation, you already know how frustrating that can be. That\u2019s why you should probably consider <a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/litecoin-101\">Litecoin<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/bitcoin-101\">Bitcoin<\/a> will always be the popular standard. It\u2019s what got me into crypto in the first place. But over the years, I\u2019ve learned that sometimes you don\u2019t need what is popular\u2014you need something fast, reliable, and cheap. That\u2019s where Litecoin comes in.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article explores the real differences between Litecoin and Bitcoin. You\u2019ll learn what each one is best for, how they function, and which best suits your needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Every_Crypto_Compared_with_Bitcoin\"><\/span>Why is Every Crypto Compared with Bitcoin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8174 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/MotleyFool-TMOT-feccc6d4-bitcoin-logo.jpg\" alt=\"Litecoin better than Bitcoin \" width=\"1320\" height=\"880\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/MotleyFool-TMOT-feccc6d4-bitcoin-logo.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/MotleyFool-TMOT-feccc6d4-bitcoin-logo-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/MotleyFool-TMOT-feccc6d4-bitcoin-logo-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/MotleyFool-TMOT-feccc6d4-bitcoin-logo-768x512.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1320px) 100vw, 1320px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1320px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1320\/880;\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re buying <a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/ethereum-101\">Ethereum<\/a>, Litecoin, or some obscure altcoin, the first question is always, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cHow does it compare to Bitcoin?\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s because Bitcoin was first. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has the most trust<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the highest market cap, and it\u2019s the coin that institutional investors (like MicroStrategy or Tesla) hold.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It\u2019s also the one government that is watching.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Bitcoin\u2019s most unique advantage comes from the fact that it was the very first cryptocurrency to appear on the market. It has been able to influence the creation of thousands of coins alike, attracting millions of traders and investors.<\/p>\n<p>The emergence of the first cryptocurrency has created a conceptual and technological basis that subsequently inspired the development of thousands of competing projects.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Difference_Between_Litecoin_and_Bitcoin\"><\/span><b>What is the Difference Between Litecoin and Bitcoin?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9132 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Litecoins-.jpeg.jpg\" alt=\"Litecoin better than Bitcoin \" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Litecoins-.jpeg.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Litecoins-.jpeg-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Litecoins-.jpeg-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Litecoins-.jpeg-768x512.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/853;\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Speed_Throughput\"><\/span><b>1. Speed &amp; Throughput<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bitcoin takes about 10 minutes to confirm a transaction, while Litecoin takes just 2.5 minutes. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It handles more transactions per second, too\u2014around 56 compared to Bitcoin\u2019s, which is 7. That\u2019s a huge deal if you&#8217;re making frequent or real-time payments.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Fees_Costs\"><\/span><b>2. Fees &amp; Costs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bitcoin fees can hit $10 or more, but Litecoin usually costs less than 5 cents per transaction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One time, I sent $100 in Bitcoin and paid $14 in fees\u2014more than 10%! When I switched to Litecoin for similar transfers, my fees dropped to literal pennies. If you\u2019re moving small amounts of money, Litecoin can save you a lot.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Mining_Algorithm\"><\/span><b>3. Mining Algorithm<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bitcoin and Litecoin use different systems to keep their networks secure. Bitcoin uses something called SHA-256, while Litecoin uses Scrypt. That might sound technical, but here\u2019s the difference: Scrypt is easier on your computer, so you don\u2019t need expensive equipment to mine Litecoin.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Supply_and_Inflation\"><\/span><b>4. Supply and Inflation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bitcoin caps out at 21 million coins, and Litecoin, at 84 million. That\u2019s why a single Bitcoin is so expensive\u2014supply is tight. Both coins go through \u201chalving\u201d events every four years to reduce supply and fight inflation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I like knowing that both are deflationary. But because Litecoin has more coins, it feels easier to use for spending and less like a precious collectible.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technical_Advantages_of_Litecoin\"><\/span><b>Technical Advantages of Litecoin<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Litecoin is built for speed and ease. I regularly use Litecoin to buy gift cards or top up wallets for freelancers I work with. It\u2019s quick, cheap, and works every time. The fact that it\u2019s getting privacy features like MimbleWimble only adds to its future potential.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bitcoin may be more advanced in terms of security and trust, but Litecoin is more practical for daily use.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Market_Position_and_Real-World_Adoption\"><\/span><b>Market Position and Real-World Adoption<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Institutional_Trust_Liquidity\"><\/span><b>Institutional Trust &amp; Liquidity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bitcoin is backed by the big players. Many exchange traded funds (ETFs), hedge funds, and big banks invest in it, and it\u2019s even part of pension portfolios now.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Litecoin doesn\u2019t get the same spotlight, but I\u2019ve used it to pay at merchants that accept crypto via BitPay. Places like travel sites, small shops, and even freelance platforms are starting to support Litecoin. It&#8217;s sneaking its way into real life.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regulatory_Landscape\"><\/span><b>Regulatory Landscape<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bitcoin is under the microscope. Litecoin isn\u2019t. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With <a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/bitcoin-etfs-a-general-overview-of-exchange-traded-funds\">Bitcoin ETFs<\/a> and regulations popping up everywhere, BTC is heavily watched. Litecoin, though? It mostly flies under the radar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s good and bad. It means less attention, but also less interference. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Litecoin remains the underdog, with fewer barriers to its use.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_Litecoin_Ever_Be_Better_Than_Bitcoin\"><\/span><b>Will Litecoin Ever Be Better Than Bitcoin?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you want to achieve is a function of whether Litecoin will be better than Bitcoin. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If I want to save up coins, I use Bitcoin. But when I feel like sending money to someone outside the country or tipping a Twitch streamer, I use Litecoin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reality is that they serve different purposes. Bitcoin is for holding, and Litecoin is for transacting.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Buy_Bitcoin_and_Litecoin_Safely\"><\/span><b>Where to Buy Bitcoin and Litecoin Safely<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s what I use:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Exchanges:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You can buy Bitcoin from reputable exchange platforms like Binance.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>P2P:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Binance P2P (great for African markets), Paxful<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Wallets:<\/b><b>\n<p><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hot Wallets: Trust Wallet, Exodus<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cold Wallets: Ledger Nano X, Trezor Model T<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Litecoin_and_Bitcoin\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Litecoin and Bitcoin<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Litecoin_transactions_be_cheaper_than_Bitcoin\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can Litecoin transactions be cheaper than Bitcoin<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, Litecoin transaction fees can be cheaper than that of Bitcoin. While you can pay about $0.05 in Litecoin fees, Bitcoin can easily go over $10 during peak periods.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_Litecoin_ever_surpass_Bitcoin_in_value_or_usage\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Will Litecoin ever surpass Bitcoin in value or usage?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is unlikely that Litecoin will surpass Bitcoin in value. wns that. This is owed to the growing interest like institutional adoption of Bitcoin.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_safe_to_hold_both_Litecoin_and_Bitcoin\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is it safe to hold both Litecoin and Bitcoin?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is safe to hold both Litecoin and Bitcoin at the same time. Holding both gives you balance\u2014store value with Bitcoin, spend freely with Litecoin.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bitcoin builds wealth while Litecoin lets you spend it without friction. So think of Bitcoin as your savings account and Litecoin as your cash wallet. Over the years, I\u2019ve learned that a smart crypto strategy includes both. Whether you&#8217;re saving small amounts of Bitcoins or sending them out quickly and little by little, there\u2019s a place for both in your wallet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t just dabble with both; choose one and stick with that one. But if you must use both of them interchangeably, then strive to understand what each one is best at. And always keep your crypto safe.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bitcoin is undoubtedly the most popular cryptocurrency, but Litecoin is emerging as a faster, more sophisticated version.\u00a0 If you have tried sending Bitcoin to someone and had to wait 30 minutes for confirmation, you already know how frustrating that can be. That\u2019s why you should probably consider Litecoin. Bitcoin will always be the popular standard. 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