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Cardano

After a disagreement with Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin, Hoskinson ventured out on his own to create a blockchain improving on issues including scalability and interoperability. Unlike Bitcoin and Ethereum, Cardano is a proof-of-stake blockchain platform, which many consider to be a more sustainable and energy-friendly alternative to proof-of-work.

Cardano was founded by Charles Hoskinson, the co-founder of Ethereum. Development of the blockchain platform began in 2015 and was launched in 2017. 

After a disagreement with Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin, Hoskinson ventured out on his own to create a blockchain improving on issues including scalability and interoperability. 

Unlike Bitcoin and Ethereum, Cardano is a proof-of-stake blockchain platform, which many consider to be a more sustainable and energy-friendly alternative to proof-of-work.

Cardano has a supply cap of 45 billion ADA. There are currently 32 billion ADA in circulation. ADA is the native token used on the Cardano network. 

Cardano is named after an Italian Renaissance mathematician, Gerolamo Cardano, and its native token ADA is named after Ada Lovelace, a 19th-century English mathematician sometimes credited as the first computer programmer.

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Plans for a strategic reserve including Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and possibly other cryptocurrencies have been one of the hottest topics in the cryptocurrency sector. Benzinga polled readers to ask which cryptocurrencies the White House administration should be most focused on for the strategic reserve.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP Or Cardano: Readers Rank The Order Of Importance For Trump's Crypto Reserve

Cardano (CRYPTO: ADA), XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) and Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) declined on Friday after a top White House aide suggested President Donald Trump's mention of a broad crypto reserve might have been misunderstood. Cryptocurrency Price 24-Hour Trend Cardano (CRYPTO: ADA) $0.845 -3.7% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $145.11 +1.1% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.47 -4.

Cardano, XRP, Solana Drop As White House Clarifies Trump's Crypto Reserve Plan

Sacks also said it's possible the federal government could explore lending or staking on the cryptocurrencies it does own.

David Sacks explains why Trump mentioned XRP, SOL, ADA: ‘People are reading into this a little bit too much'

The official said Trump was "just giving five examples" of cryptocurrencies that could theoretically be in a crypto stockpile.

ADA, XRP, SOL Plunge as White House Official Backpedals on Trump's Crypto Reserve Plan

A senior White House official said Friday that the U.S. government won't sell Bitcoin it collects, but it could sell altcoins.

White House: Bitcoin 'Deserves Special Treatment' Over XRP, Solana, Cardano in Crypto Reserve

JPMorgan is throwing cold water on hopes for a U.S. strategic crypto reserve, warning approval is unlikely and smaller tokens like XRP, SOL, and ADA face major hurdles. JPMorgan Slams Brakes on US Crypto Reserve—XRP, SOL, ADA Face Uncertainty Banking giant JPMorgan is dampening expectations for a U.S.

JPMorgan: US Crypto Reserve Unlikely—XRP, SOL, ADA May Not Make the Cut

The White House Crypto Summit on March 7 gathers top industry leaders as anticipation surges over the U.S. crypto reserve and its potential market-shaping impact.

Crypto Leaders Head to Trump's White House Summit—Will XRP, SOL, ADA Join US Crypto Reserve?

JPMorgan sees less than a 50% chance of a U.S. strategic crypto reserve gaining approval, citing congressional hurdles.

JPMorgan says XRP, SOL and ADA inclusion in US crypto reserve ‘would be difficult'

The market appears to be pricing in minimal expectations for these altcoins.

ADA, SOL, XRP: Altcoins Under Consideration for U.S. Crypto Reserve Lag BTC in Retaking Sunday Highs

Tracy Jin, Chief Operating Officer of cryptocurrency exchange MEXC, on Wednesday attributed President Donald Trump's decision to include Cardano (CRYPTO: ADA) and Ripple‘s (CRYPTO: XRP) in the U.S. strategic crypto reserve to his businessman instincts, despite market skepticism and a subsequent Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) price retreat. What Happened: Unveiled on Sunday, the reserve—set to include Bitcoin, Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), Solana (CRYPTO: SOL), XRP, and Cardano—triggered a swift market reaction, with Bitcoin climbing from $85,000 to $95,000 before relinquishing all gains by Monday.

Trump's XRP, Cardano Inclusion In Crypto Reserve Proposal Could Be Result Of 'Businessman' Instincts, MEXC's Tracy Jin Says

Bitwise's executives have criticized the U.S. crypto reserve's inclusion of ETH, XRP, SOL, and ADA, arguing bitcoin alone is a true reserve asset. Bitwise Reacts to Trump's Crypto Reserve—Did Altcoins Just Weaken the Plan? Many leaders in the cryptocurrency industry, including executives at asset management firm Bitwise, have voiced their opinions on the U.S.

Bitwise Criticizes US Crypto Reserve for Including XRP, SOL, ADA

Veteran trader Peter Brandt slams Trump's crypto reserve plan, citing a credibility loss for including altcoins like ETH, XRP, SOL, and ADA.

Peter Brandt Slams XRP, SOL, ADA in US Crypto Reserve—Calls It a Blow to Trump's Credibility

A closely followed analyst says deep-pocketed investors are heavily loading up on two large-cap altcoins as the crypto market witnesses an abrupt spike in volatility. Trader Ali Martinez tells his 129,500 followers on the social media platform X that crypto whales snapped up about $2.

Crypto Whales Gobble Up $2,510,550,217 in XRP and Cardano (ADA) in Just a Day, According to Analyst

XRP and Cardano have climbed 375% and 163% since election day, while Ethereum and Solana have fallen over this timespan and bitcoin has relinquished some of its earlier gains.

Trump's Crypto Picks Face Reality: XRP, ADA Hold Gains as Majors Slide

Cardano (CRYPTO: ADA) has surged 40% in seven days, fueled by its unexpected inclusion in the proposed crypto strategic reserve and strong on-chain activity. Traders and analysts are now looking for further upside momentum.

Cardano Rallies 43% In Seven Days: What Is Going On With ADA?

The cryptocurrency sector, often unified in its push against traditional financial systems, is facing a deepening rift over President Donald Trump's proposal to create a U.S. strategic reserve of digital assets. What Happened: Unveiled in early March, the plan as ignited fierce debate over its implications for fiscal responsibility, economic equity, and the very ethos of the crypto movement.

Donald Trump's Bitcoin, XRP, Cardano Reserve Proposal Drives Wedge In Crypto Industry

Following the announcement of a strategic crypto stockpile containing altcoins, several cabinet members of the Trump administration have drawn scrutiny for their crypto holdings. What Happened: In an X post on Tuesday, market commentator ‘The Pelosi Tracker' noted that Trump's proposed crypto strategic reserve has sparked debate, as several of his cabinet members hold substantial crypto assets.

Trump's Cabinet Holds Bitcoin, Solana, Ethereum—But No Cardano Or XRP

Cardano (ADA) prices rallied on March 2 after breaking above the moving average lines.

Cardano Gains Ground But Remains Stuck At $1.20

Eric Trump's recent comments on the strategic crypto reserve announcement have sparked mixed reactions, with some praising him while others criticize the Trump family's involvement in the industry. What Happened: In an X post on Monday, Eric Trump expressed gratitude after popular crypto trader AltcoinGordon credited his late-February “buy the dips” advice when Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) dropped below $90,000 on Feb. 25.

Eric Trump Said 'Buy The Dips' In February, But Peter Schiff Isn't Buying The 'Genius' Bitcoin, XRP, Cardano Strategic Reserve Announcement

Trump seems to have taken a page out of his real estate negotiations in pitching XRP, ADA and SOL as candidates for crypto reserve to win over approval for bitcoin.

Trump's Mention of XRP, ADA and SOL May Be Bait to Secure BTC, ETH Reserve

The sharp reversal aligned with a cautious mood among traders after Monday's market rally following the ambitious plan, as a CoinDesk analysis previously noted.

ADA, XRP, SOL Dive 21% to Reverse All Gains From Trump's Strategic Reserve Plans

Many industry leaders argue Bitcoin alone should be the basis of a strategic reserve, given its decentralized nature and global acceptance.

Industry leaders chide Trump's inclusion of XRP and ADA in US crypto reserve: ‘delegitimizes assets like bitcoin'

U.S. President Donald Trump has named five cryptocurrencies he wants to be part of a new strategic reserve - in other words, crypto holdings owned by the U.S. government.

The five cryptocurrencies Trump wants the US to hold in reserve

US President Donald Trump's announcement of a strategic crypto reserve has sparked controversy with some questioning the timing of the announcement. ADA Inclusion Raises Eyebrows U.S. President Donald Trump's naming of XRP and ADA among the five digital assets that will make up the crypto strategic reserve has sparked outrage and allegations of insider trading.

XRP, ADA Inclusion in Strategic Reserve Criticized; Critics Raise Insider Trading Claims

Tyler Winklevoss, co-founder of Gemini, has publicly questioned the inclusion of XRP, solana (SOL), and cardano (ADA) in a proposed U.S. strategic crypto reserve. Winklevoss Criticizes Trump's Proposed Crypto Reserve Inclusion of XRP, SOL, ADA Over Suitability President Donald Trump, the 47th U.S.

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