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Cardano price today is $0.40.

In the last 24 hours Cardano's price moved -3.78%. The current ADA to CAD conversion rate is $0.40 per ADA. The circulating supply of Cardano is 36,631,178,476 ADA and the current Cardano market cap is $14,565,179,292.

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Cardano price history

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• 24h change: 6.69%. From $0.28 to $0.298088.

• CME Group to launch Cardano futures on February 9, 2026.

• Circle and Pentad integrate USDCx on Cardano.

• Midnight Network to begin public test phases in February.

about 19 hours ago

• 24h change: -5.51%. From $0.30 to $0.278986.

• Cardano's total value locked (TVL) rose 52% in six days, reaching $408 million.

• ADA's open interest increased by $325 million, reaching $874.4 million on March 5.

• Analyst Sssebi predicts a 50-60% ADA surge, targeting $1.20.

2 days ago

• 24h change: -6.47%. From $0.32 to $0.294921.

• Cardano to integrate USDCx stablecoin, enhancing ecosystem liquidity.

• Analysts predict ADA may reach $0.46 by February amid technical recovery.

• ADA's open interest hits record $1.7 billion, indicating increased institutional interest.

3 days ago

• 24h change: -3.94%. From $0.33 to $0.314294.

• Cardano's governance enters a new phase with a stricter constitution ratified on January 24, 2026, receiving 79% approval from delegated representatives.

• CME Group announces the launch of Cardano futures contracts, increasing institutional engagement and access to the asset.

• Large Cardano holders have accumulated over 210 million ADA tokens in the past three weeks, taking advantage of price weakness driven by broader market pressure.

4 days ago

• 24h change: -6.66%. From $0.35 to $0.326695.

• Cardano's ADA token declined over 10% as Bitcoin fell below $83,000, leading a market-wide downturn.

• Cardano's price aims for $0.70 amid market volatility, with investors eyeing potential gains.

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The bullish take on Cardano

Cardano's development is guided by peer-reviewed research methods, with the aim of building a scientifically robust and secure blockchain infrastructure that appeals to institutions and governments.

The upcoming Hydra scaling solution aims to drastically increase transaction throughput, with the goal of reaching millions of transactions per second, which would place Cardano among the most scalable and robust blockchain platforms available today.

With the introduction of smart contracts via the Alonzo upgrade, Cardano is seeing increased adoption for developers building DeFi, NFTs, and dApps projects,while also building blockchain bridges that increase compatibility with blockchains such as Ethereum and Solana.

The bearish take on Cardano

Cardano’s methodical, research-driven approach has resulted in competitors like Ethereum and Solana quickly gaining momentum in the short term as Cardano focused on more rigorous standards.

Despite enabling smart contracts with the Alonzo upgrade, Cardano has struggled to develop as diverse of a DeFi and dApp ecosystem compared to other Layer 1 blockchains.

Although Cardano has delivered on partnerships with governments and organizations, it has not yet reached the same level of growth and usage as some other Layer 1 networks.

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About Cardano

Cardano is a research-driven cryptocurrency. Cardano is the first proof-of-stake blockchain platform to be founded on peer-reviewed research. It's powered by Ouroboros, a protocol that its proponents claim has improved upon security, scalability and energy efficiency versus other proof-of-work predecessors, like Bitcoin. ADA is the native token of Cardano and can be staked to earn rewards.

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What is Cardano (ADA)

Cardano is a public blockchain platform and smart contract development platform that is similar to Ethereum.

Founded in 2015, Cardano touts itself as the first blockchain platform in the crypto industry to be founded on peer-reviewed research. Its blockchain is powered by Ouroboros, a proof-of-stake protocol that its proponents claim has improved upon the foundations of other consensus mechanisms.

ADA is the multi-purpose native token of Cardano and powers all transactions on the network. It also provides rewards to network validators (also called stakers). These users help secure the network and verify new transactions entering the Cardano blockchain.

The Cardano blockchain provides a secure way for users to store and send ADA over the network. This factor includes native tokens created on top of the Cardano blockchain. Additionally, it provides functionality for developing decentralized applications.

 

Who created Cardano?

A team of experts in the cryptocurrency and blockchain technology industries created Cardano (ADA), led by Jeremy Wood and Charles Hoskinson. Hoskinson was a co-founder of Ethereum and left the project in 2014 to create his own blockchain platform. Together, Wood and Hoskinson formed Input Output Hong Kong (IOHK), the research and development company behind Cardano. IOHK later rebranded to Input Output Global (IOG).

The broader team behind Cardano includes researchers, engineers, and developers from around the world. The team has focused on developing Cardano through a scientific approach, with a strong emphasis on peer-reviewed research and academic collaboration.

Launched in 2017, Cardano quickly became one of the most popular blockchain platforms in the cryptocurrency industry.

The Cardano Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Switzerland that oversees the development and adoption of Cardano. It promotes the use and development of Cardano, provides education and resources, and governs the Cardano ecosystem. Additionally, it collaborates with other organizations to advance the adoption of blockchain technology.

A for-profit investment arm called Emurgo provides support to prospective Cardano developers and promotes the business integration of Cardano's blockchain services.

 

How does Cardano (ADA) work?

Cardano (ADA) is a blockchain platform that uses a consensus protocol mechanism called Ouroboros, a proof-of-stake (PoS) protocol that enables fast and secure transactions.

The native coin of the Cardano blockchain is ADA, which has a maximum supply of 45 billion coins. Cardano's tokenomics include a built-in treasury system and a mechanism for funding future development through a decentralized governance system.

Validators process transactions on the Cardano blockchain. To do this, they must first lock away an amount of native tokens in a staking smart contract.

Holders use specific crypto wallets to store ADA. These can be either hardware wallet or software-based wallets. Cardano allows users to stake Cardano ADA coins to earn rewards and participate in the management of its blockchain network.

Soon, holders of ADA will be able to vote on changes made within the protocol, giving them direct control over its features and operation. Cryptocurrencies that allow holders to vote on the future development of the blockchain protocol they are associated with are known as governance tokens. Governance features are expected to go live once the Voltaire phase of Cardano's development begins.

 

Cardano (ADA) roadmap development phases

Byron - Launched in 2017

The Byron phase was the first phase of Cardano's development and focused on the foundation of the project. During this phase, the team focused on building the core infrastructure of the blockchain, including the node and wallet software. The team also worked on improving the security and scalability of the network, as well as developing the framework for the Cardano Improvement Proposal (CIP) process. The Byron phase ended in September 2017, marking the official launch of Cardano.

Shelley - Mainnet launched in 2020

The Shelley phase was the second phase of Cardano's development and focused on decentralization. During this phase, the team worked on implementing the Ouroboros consensus algorithm, which allows for decentralized and secure transaction validation. The Shelley phase also introduced staking, allowing ADA holders to participate in the network and earn rewards for securing the blockchain. The Shelley phase ended in July 2020, marking the transition to a fully decentralized network.

Goguen - Launched in 2021

The Goguen phase focused on smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps) via the Alonzo hardfork upgrade. During this phase, the team worked on implementing the Plutus programming language, which allowed for the creation of complex smart contracts. The Goguen phase also introduced the Cardano Improvement Proposal (CIP) process, allowing for community-driven development.

Basho - Currently live (launched in 2022)

The Basho phase is the fourth phase of Cardano's development and focuses on scalability. This phase includes setting up custom sidechains — a secondary scaling solution. This feature allows for increased throughput and scalability.

Voltaire - TBD

The Voltaire phase is the final phase of Cardano's development and focuses on governance and sustainability. During this phase, the team will work on implementing a treasury system, allowing for the funding of community-driven projects. A definitive date for the Voltaire phase has yet to be announced. The activation of Cardano Improvement Proposal (CIP) 1694 will mark the beginning of the Voltaire phase. Community-run workshops for this CIP are expected to take place over the Summer months of 2023.

 

Cardano price

Cardano (ADA) is one of the top cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. Hoskinson and the broader Cardano team launched ADA in 2017 at an initial price of $0.02. Cardano didn't see much activity in the beginning, but gradually its native asset gained momentum and reached its peak value of $3.10. Despite this volatility, the platform has managed to build a loyal community of developers and users who believe in its potential.

The price history of Cardano reflects the unpredictable price volatility of digital assets and the larger crypto market. Its future value will depend on a variety of factors.

The average trading price of ADA has varied, making price predictions challenging. While some analysts forecast an increase in Cardano's price, others predict that it may remain stable or even decrease in the future. As with any cryptocurrency, the price of Cardano is subject to market trends and a variety of factors can affect it.

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FAQs

Yes, you can use Custom Orders on Kraken to automatically buy Cardano if it reaches a lower price.

Timing the market can be incredibly challenging, which is why many traders opt to dollar-cost average Cardano instead. Using recurring buys, you can steadily accumulate Cardano over time regardless of its market price, and eliminate the stress of trying to perfectly time the market.

2,180,902,502 ADA worth $867,163,910 was traded on Kraken in the last 24 hours.

A variety of factors affect the price of Cardano including market sentiment, technical developments, user adoption and macro economic events.

The Cardano price chart shows several important pieces of information about the current price of Cardano, including its recent price movement and trading volume. The vertical axis represents the value of the asset in your chosen currency, such as USD, while the horizontal axis shows the time period, which can range from minutes to years. Cardano price charts often use candlesticks to illustrate price movements. Each candlestick represents the opening, closing, highest and lowest prices ADA printed within a specific time frame. Below the price chart, you may also see volume bars that display trading activity for that period, with taller bars indicating higher trade volume. Professional traders often factor in these data points when conducting their own technical analysis.

You can use the ADA price chart to analyze price movements and identify areas of support and resistance. Many traders also use different technical indicators to help them analyze past ADA trading patterns in an effort to predict future price changes. It's important to remember that no method can predict prices with 100% accuracy, but using different tools while analyzing the ADA price chart can help inform your trading strategy.

Yes, Kraken makes it easy to stake and earn rewards on dozens of different cryptocurrencies. Visit our staking page here to see if Cardano is eligible for staking or opt-in rewards in your region.

As with any financial investment, there are risks to consider before investing in Cardano and holding it on an exchange like Kraken. Cryptocurrency prices, including Cardano, can be highly volatile. While Kraken has always maintained a strong focus on security, we encourage our clients to self custody their crypto in non-custodial wallets that only they can access, like Kraken Wallet.

Cryptocurrency tax reporting rules vary significantly from country to country. It’s advisable to seek professional local tax guidance to ensure correct reporting and avoid potential penalties.

  1. To set up Cardano price alerts on Kraken web, go to the Alerts widget, located behind the Order form in Advanced view. First, enable browser notifications. Then, click "Create new alert" to open the alert setup. Choose Cardano, set trigger parameters, and adjust the price using the percentage buttons or by typing the desired price.
  2. To set up Cardano price alerts on the Kraken mobile app, ensure push notifications are enabled in both your device settings and within Kraken Pro. Then, go to the price alerts modal by tapping the bell icon on the Markets page or long-pressing any open order. Select "Create new alert" and follow the same steps as on the web platform

You can use custom orders on Kraken to automatically execute stop-loss or take profit orders for Cardano. When using Kraken Pro, you can set a stop-loss or take-profit order for Cardano by locating the "Take Profit / Stop Loss" dropdown on the order form. Choose either "Simple" or "Advanced" mode based on your preference.

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Yes, the Kraken mobile trading app makes it easy to manage your Cardano holdings on the go. Our smart investing service brings powerful tools and effortless control to your Cardano investments.

To export your Cardano trading history, locate the Settings menu and click on “Documents” > “Create Export.” From here, you can choose between trade history, ledger history or balance, depending on what data you’d like to export.

Yes, Kraken offers recurring buy functionality for a wide range of cryptocurrencies, including Cardano. To set it up, open the mobile app, tap "Buy," and choose the asset you'd like to purchase. Then, enter the amount you wish to buy and select the frequency by clicking "One Time" and choosing a schedule that works for you: daily, weekly, or monthly.

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