Cardano’s decentralized finance ecosystem has staged a remarkable recovery, with total value locked surging 28.7% in Q3 2025 to its highest level since early 2022. According to Messari’s latest State of Cardano report, this DeFi resurgence has propelled ADA’s market capitalization up 42.5% to $29.5 billion, while large investors accumulated 348 million ADA tokens worth over $204 million, signaling strong institutional confidence in the network’s future growth trajectory.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekCardano Aims to Lead Bitcoin DeFi with Upgrades and Vision
Cardano is aggressively pursuing a role in Bitcoin DeFi, rolling out upgrades like Leios (a smart contract framework) and Hydra (a layer-2 scaling solution). Founder Charles Hoskinson emphasizes the need for a clear executive authority to drive adoption, as technical progress alone may not suffice. Minswap, Cardano’s largest DEX, is preparing to integrate Bitcoin, potentially unlocking a $2 trillion liquidity pool. Despite criticism, Hoskinson remains focused on governance reforms, including a potential sovereign wealth fund, with hopes pinned on the Rare Evo conference to rally community support. The challenge lies in balancing innovation with compelling storytelling to attract users and investors.
about Cardano Aims to Lead Bitcoin DeFi with Upgrades and VisionHoskinson Predicts $500K Bitcoin & $10T DeFi Economy
At the Las Vegas Bitcoin 2025 Conference, Cardano’s Charles Hoskinson projected Bitcoin could surge to $250,000–$500,000, fueling a $10 trillion DeFi economy. He highlighted Bitcoin’s historical constraints in DeFi but proposed solutions like modular stacks and IOG’s Lace Wallet to enhance usability without compromising its foundational ethos. Hoskinson demonstrated live DeFi transactions on Bitcoin using Lace Wallet, showcasing token swaps with Babel fees paid in Bitcoin. He also revealed plans for cross-chain interoperability, including bridging Cardano with Bitcoin-inspired networks like Litecoin and Dogecoin via the Cardinal protocol. His vision aligns with other bullish forecasts, such as Robert Kiyosaki’s $500K BTC target, while stressing Bitcoin’s potential as a yield source and transactional backbone in DeFi.
about Hoskinson Predicts $500K Bitcoin & $10T DeFi EconomyTop Cardano Based Altcoins to Consider for Investment in 2025
In 2025, four standout Cardano-based altcoins are gaining attention: $SNEK, a leading meme coin; $FRN from Foreon Network, a decentralized prediction market token; $IAG, offering decentralized storage solutions; and $MIN, Cardano’s top decentralized exchange. Each project presents unique utilities and growth potential within the expanding DeFi landscape. Investors are encouraged to conduct thorough research and consult financial advisors before making decisions.
about Top Cardano Based Altcoins to Consider for Investment in 2025Cardano Sees Significant Growth in Price and Transaction Activity in Q4 2024
Cardano (ADA) experienced a remarkable 126% price surge in Q4 2024, elevating its market cap to $30.3 billion and moving its rank from 11th to 9th. Transaction fees soared 254% QoQ to $1.8 million, driven by increased activity, with average daily transactions rising 65% to 71,500.The DeFi landscape also flourished, with total value locked (TVL) increasing 13% to $231.6 million, led by Liqwid Finance’s 141% growth. Meanwhile, Cardano’s stablecoin market cap grew by 66%, highlighting the network’s expanding ecosystem.
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