In a rare show of unity, Cardano’s founding institutions are proposing a $30 million investment to onboard the core financial infrastructure the blockchain has long lacked. This coordinated push aims to address critical gaps in stablecoin reserves, institutional tooling, and liquidity pathways that have kept Cardano’s economic activity shallow compared to major rivals. The proposal arrives as the network faces intensified scrutiny over its operational maturity and capacity to generate the network effects necessary for broader relevance.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekCardano ADA Voucher Fraud Claims Debunked in Forensic Report
An extensive forensic investigation conducted by McDermott Will & Emery and BDO has thoroughly debunked long-standing fraud allegations against Cardano’s decade-old ADA Voucher Program. The 150-page report examined claims of insider misuse, redemption blocking, and token diversion, concluding they lack any factual basis. Investigators reviewed tens of thousands of documents and conducted blockchain analyses, revealing that 99.7% of all ADA sold through vouchers was successfully redeemed. The report also addressed concerns about unredeemed tokens, explaining that 68.25 million ADA were transferred to a Cayman-based foundation to support ecosystem development through grants and community projects under strict monitoring procedures.
about Cardano ADA Voucher Fraud Claims Debunked in Forensic ReportEMURGO Launches Cardano Card for Crypto Spending
EMURGO is introducing the Cardano Card, a multi-chain crypto card enabling users to spend ADA, BTC, ETH, and stablecoins like USDC and USDT. Beyond seamless global spending, the card offers on-chain rewards, staking access, and airdrop eligibility. A unique feature is its profit-sharing model, where a portion of card revenue supports the Cardano Treasury. The card will initially launch for an early interest cohort, with self-custody and yield-bearing options planned for later.
about EMURGO Launches Cardano Card for Crypto SpendingCardano & Ripple Near Partnership for Cross-Chain Growth
Cardano and Ripple Labs are advancing toward a partnership, with Tokeo Wallet—a Cardano-native smart wallet—confirming integration with the XRP Ledger (XRPL). This aligns with Charles Hoskinson’s vision of cross-chain collaboration, including support for XRP in Cardano’s Lace Wallet and the upcoming Glacier Airdrop for XRP holders. Both ADA and XRP have seen significant price surges, fueled by market optimism around these developments. The partnership aims to enhance interoperability, with Tokeo Wallet evolving into a multi-chain hub for managing assets like XRP and RLUSD. Analysts predict further gains for both tokens as the ecosystems converge.
about Cardano & Ripple Near Partnership for Cross-Chain GrowthCardano Surges 25% as Emurgo’s Payment Card Fuels Hype
Cardano’s ADA token has seen a 25.26% price surge in just seven days, reaching $0.7477, fueled by growing interest in Emurgo’s Cardano Card. The card, which links ADA to everyday payments, staking, and collateral-backed loans, aims to eliminate middlemen and channel transaction profits back into Cardano’s treasury. A virtual version is expected later this year, with a physical card and expanded features like RWA yields and loans planned by 2026. Analysts like ‘Mr. Banana’ predict ADA could rise to $5 this cycle, reflecting strong market optimism. The card supports ADA, BTC, SOL, and stablecoins, bridging crypto and traditional payments while enhancing liquidity for users.
about Cardano Surges 25% as Emurgo's Payment Card Fuels HypeEMURGO Launches Cardano Card with Staking & Airdrops
EMURGO, the co-founding entity behind Cardano, has introduced a new crypto card designed with direct community input. The card offers staking rewards, crypto-backed loans, eligibility for exclusive airdrops, and yield from tokenized real-world assets. A portion of its profits will be reinvested into the Cardano Treasury to support ecosystem growth. The card supports global spending with popular tokens like BTC, SOL, and stablecoins, while maintaining full self-custody. Additionally, the Cardano Foundation released Reeve, a blockchain-based financial reporting tool for enterprises, enhancing transparency and security. ADA’s price surged 25% recently, with analysts eyeing a potential breakout above $0.75.
about EMURGO Launches Cardano Card with Staking & AirdropsCardano: A Research-Driven Blockchain with PoS Innovation
Cardano is a blockchain protocol designed for smart contracts and decentralized applications, distinguished by its Proof of Stake (PoS) foundation and rigorous academic research standards. Founded by Charles Hoskinson, it operates through three key entities: IOHK (development), Cardano Foundation (regulation and community), and Emurgo (commercial ventures). Its consensus mechanism, Ouroboros, uses staking instead of mining, promoting energy efficiency and decentralization. Cardano’s roadmap is divided into five eras—Byron, Shelly, Goguen, Basho, and Voltaire—each focusing on progressive decentralization, smart contracts, scalability, and governance. Unlike Ethereum’s decentralized development, Cardano follows a disciplined, research-first philosophy, aiming to address past blockchain challenges systematically.
about Cardano: A Research-Driven Blockchain with PoS InnovationCardano Founder Denies ADA Misappropriation Allegations
Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, has responded to allegations that Input Output Global (IOG) misappropriated over 318 million ADA from unredeemed pre-sale wallets, calling the situation deeply personal and damaging. Hoskinson refuted the claims, stating that 99.8% of ADA vouchers were redeemed, with the remaining 0.2% donated to Intersect under protocol rules. He announced plans for an external audit to document the redemption history and may pursue legal action against accusers. The Cardano Foundation and Emurgo defended IOG’s transparency efforts, emphasizing the complexity of the redemption process and urging patience pending the audit. The allegations, centered on a 2020 protocol update, have sparked controversy, with critics questioning the lack of detailed public audits.
about Cardano Founder Denies ADA Misappropriation AllegationsCardano’s Plomin Hard Fork Enables Full Decentralized Governance for ADA Holders
Cardano is set to implement the Plomin hard fork, transitioning to a fully decentralized governance system that empowers $ADA holders with voting rights on key decisions, including protocol changes and treasury withdrawals. As of January 22, 78% of network nodes have upgraded, with the Cardano Foundation supporting the initiative. Despite recent struggles, the ADA token has seen a 95% increase over the past year and may target a price of $1.90 post-upgrade, contingent on market conditions.
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