Why XRPL EVM Sidechain

Axiom uses the XRPL EVM Sidechain because it provides a unique combination of advantages:

Native XRP Liquidity

Axiom is built for XRP holders, and the sidechain gives direct access to XRP as a base settlement asset. This allows users to trade using the asset they already hold without friction.

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Low Transaction Costs

Prediction markets require frequent transactions. The sidechain’s low cost structure allows:

• Market creation

• Odds updates

• Governance votes

• Penalty and reward execution

• Snapshot updates

All to happen affordably.

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Fast Block Times

The speed of the sidechain ensures responsive user experience, especially when:

• Markets are closing

• Time bonuses update

• Proposals are submitted

• Challenges occur

• Stakes are locked for resolution

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EVM Compatibility

Axiom is written in Solidity and uses standard EVM patterns such as:

• Upgradeable proxies

• ERC-4626 style vaults

• Merkle proofs

• Offchain computation with fraud proofs

This makes the protocol interoperable with existing Ethereum tooling, easier to audit, and familiar for developers.