The document compares Hyperledger and Ripple, two distinct blockchain technologies, highlighting that Hyperledger is an enterprise-grade permissioned blockchain for enhancing business performance, while Ripple is a decentralized payment network for fast and secure transactions, primarily using its cryptocurrency XRP. It further notes the absence of a token in Hyperledger and its reliance on consensus, in contrast to Ripple's public network. Additionally, it mentions the professional Hyperledger certification offered by the Blockchain Council to provide in-depth knowledge of the technology.