Former Ripple director Matt Hamilton has defended XRP's significantly higher valuation compared to Chainlink (LINK), despite LINK's partnership with SWIFT. Hamilton argues that XRP, as the native asset of a full blockchain network, inherently holds more value than LINK, which functions as a token within a protocol. This discussion emerged following SWIFT's announcement of a blockchain-based ledger for cross-border payments involving over 30 institutions. Dave Weisberger, former chairman of Coinroutes, questioned the valuation disparity, pointing out LINK's revenue-sharing model and its collaboration with SWIFT. Currently, XRP boasts a market cap of $173.35 billion, dwarfing LINK's $14.6 billion. Hamilton and other XRP advocates highlight XRP's low transaction costs and efficiency, while Weisberger emphasizes LINK's revenue potential.