I am not saying about Ignoring it completely as the Tech behind Ripple is obviously good. But the fact that they hold a Massive share of Ripple to themselves Scare the Shit out of me.
That is one big Reason I tend to stay away From Ripple.
And again if you see the 24 Hr Volume of Ripple it is in Leagues with ETH Classic but it doesn't grow at that Rate.
It needs a lot of Money to push it's Price Upwards.
PS : I like your NewProfile Picture.