Basic Attention Token (BAT) vs Monero (XMR) Comparison

Basic Attention Token (or BAT) is an utility token and ad exchange tool associated with the Brave browser. BAT is an open-source decentralized project as it's based on the Ethereum blockchain. The very concept of BAT is aimed at changing relations between users, advertisers, and publishers creating a separate ad space where ads can be easily switched off by users. If users opt to watch ads they get rewards from advertisers in BAT tokens. Users can donate BAT tokens to content creators or use it on the platform.

Monero is the most significant privacy-focused cryptocurrency on the market. It was created in 2014. The main feature of Monero is mixing of transactions in the blockchain. Third parties can't see amounts of money sent in transactions and addresses participating in operations, so all payments are untraceable. The developers are keeping it ASIC-resistant. It saves this network from centralization and gives an opportunity for GPU owners to earn something from mining Monero. Despite its lack of serious marketing campaign Monero has gained a strong following on different forums and social media platforms. In 2016 the price of Monero began to grow. Nowadays this currency is one of the top 15 cryptocurrencies by its market cap.