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Cardano (ADA) was founded in 2017 by Charles Hoskinson, co-founder of Ethereum, as a third-generation blockchain platform built on peer-reviewed academic research and formal verification methods. Using the energy-efficient Ouroboros proof-of-stake consensus mechanism, Cardano aims to provide a more sustainable and scientifically rigorous approach to blockchain development than its predecessors.

The Cardano ecosystem centers around its native ADA token, which enables staking rewards for network validators, and a growing collection of decentralized applications following the launch of smart contract functionality through the Alonzo upgrade. The platform emphasizes interoperability, sustainability, and scalability while supporting DeFi protocols, NFT projects, and identity solutions across emerging markets, particularly in Africa through partnerships with governments and educational institutions.

At CoinDesk, we provide comprehensive Cardano news coverage tracking the platform's methodical development approach, major protocol upgrades, and real-world adoption initiatives. Our reporting covers everything from staking developments and DeFi growth to Cardano's unique governance model and expanding partnerships in developing nations.

DISCLOSURE: This text was written with the assistance of AI, then reviewed by a person.

Cardano

Markets

Cardano's ADA Gains 3%, Buoyed by Inclusion in Nasdaq's Crypto Index

The $0.70 level is a key psychological support zone for ADA's price stability, CoinDesk Research's technical analysis shows.

By Helene Braun, CD Analytics

ADA established a 8.8% trading range between $0.66 and $0.72 before facing a sharp 3.3% correction in recent hours.

Markets

Cardano's ADA Finds 'Strong Support' After Dramatic Price Swings Amid Heightened Volatility

Cardano’s ADA is among tokens that saw wild price swings amid Elon Musk and President Trump's clash over the U.S. economy.

By CD Analytics, Helene Braun

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Markets

DOGE, ADA Nosedive 7% as Crypto Traders Digest ‘Recession’ Sentiment

Investors weigh tensions between Elon Musk and President Trump alongside broader recession fears as markets digest the latest macro signals.

By Shaurya Malwa

Corporate America dismisses recession fears. (ZargonDesign)

Markets

Cardano Stages V-Shaped Recovery as Price Swings 4%

Buying pressure emerged at critical support levels as ADA demonstrated resilience despite broader market uncertainty.

By CD Analytics, Helene Braun, AI Boost

ADA experienced a significant 24-hour trading range of 3.99%, forming a V-shaped recovery pattern from $0.676 to reclaim the $0.697 level.

Markets

Japan Drives Cardano Trading Surge as Price Battles $0.70 Resistance

Cardano's native token faces critical technical test amid global economic tensions and regulatory uncertainty.

By Helene Braun, AI Boost

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Markets

Dogecoin Dives 9%; Cardano’s ADA, SOL Slump 6% as Renewed Tariff Fears Jolt Markets

A fast-moving legal reversal saw the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issue a temporary stay on Wednesday’s lower court ruling that had struck down the tariffs.

By Shaurya Malwa

(Flickr)

Tech

Bitcoin Ordinals Can Now Be Bridged to Cardano Through BitVMX

The on-chain transaction between Bitcoin and Cardano was facilitated by BitVMX, an interoperability protocol built using the BitVM computing paradigm

By Jamie Crawley

16:9 Bridge (wal_172619/Pixabay)

Markets

Bitcoin Regains $110K After Weekend Sell-Off; ADA, DOGE Lead Uptick in Crypto Majors

Traders eye renewed upside as President Donald Trump delayed a decision on EU tariffs, with sentiment recovering and options positioning turning bullish again.

By Shaurya Malwa

Trading screen with price monitors and charts (Yashowardhan Singh/Unsplash)

Markets

Bitcoin Futures Open Interest Zoom as BTC Inches Towards All-Time High; DOGE, ADA, XRP Add 4%

Buoyant sentiment and calm volatility are fueling leveraged bets as BTC consolidates above $100,000 — setting up what traders say could be a clean move to new highs.

By Shaurya Malwa

(Marcio Jose Bastos Silva/Shutterstock.com)

Markets

Dogecoin, Cardano and Solana Slump as Crypto Majors See Profit-Taking After Week-Long Rally

Major tokens slip as traders lock in gains following macro-fueled surge, with market focus shifting to upcoming events.

By Shaurya Malwa

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