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[FEATURE] Implement RIPEMD160 hashing #2795

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RIPEMD-160 (RACE Integrity Primitives Evaluation Message Digest) is a cryptographic hash function that produces a 160-bit (20-byte) hash value, often represented as a 40-digit hexadecimal number. It was designed as a secure hash function to provide a unique fingerprint for data, making it useful for various applications in computer security and data integrity.

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Digital Signatures: Used in creating digital signatures by hashing messages before signing them.
File Integrity Checks: Often employed to verify the integrity of files and data, as any change to the input data will result in a different hash.
Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies: RIPEMD-160 is notably used in Bitcoin for generating addresses from public keys. It is combined with SHA-256 in the address generation process.

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