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Cardano market data

Current price
0,749065 €
Market cap
27.338.452.609,92 €
Volume
331.818.655,47 €
Circulating supply
36.487.203.224,22 ADA
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0% Buy 0% Sell
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What is Cardano?

Cardano is one of the most popular cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. Cardano was designed as an evolved version of the Ethereum concept. The blockchain was designed as a safer, more scalable, and more sustainable alternative to other Proof of Work blockchains such as Bitcoin. The Cardano blockchain platform uses its own coin called ADA.

A little fun fact about Cardano, it’s named after the Italian physician and universal scientist, Girolamo Cardano.
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Network information

Name
Cardano
Ticker
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Network name
Cardano network
Explorer URL
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  • What fees do I need to pay when buying Cardano?

    When you buy Cardano through Finst, you benefit from ultra-low trading fees of 0,15% per transaction.

    Any fees you may encounter when trading crypto are clearly shown for every transaction on our platform.

    It's important to note that network fees are outside of our control, as they are determined by the blockchain networks themselves.

    This means that while network fees may vary depending on the blockchain and current demand, our trading fee remains consistent, helping you better manage your transaction costs.

  • Which order types can I use to buy Cardano?

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    A Limit Order is ideal if you want to wait for a better price without constantly monitoring the market.

  • Is it safe to buy Cardano?

    Yes, it is safe to buy Cardano through Finst. We are authorized as a crypto-asset service provider by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) (no. 41000015), and we are the first and only Dutch crypto platform that successfully obtained a Proof of Reserves (PoR) from an independent and reputable audit firm (Audit Now). At Finst, your assets are segregated and held on a 1:1 basis, plus reserves.

  • Is it legal to buy Cardano?

    Yes, buying Cardano is legal in Europe. However, we advise you to do your own research before making a purchase.

  • Can I buy Cardano anonymously?

    No, due to laws and regulations, it is not possible to buy Cardano or other cryptocurrencies anonymously on a regulated crypto platform in Europe.

  • Can I buy Cardano with iDEAL?

    Yes, at Finst, you can easily buy Cardano with iDEAL. We also support popular payment methods like SEPA and Bancontact.

  • Do you have to buy one Cardano?

    At Finst, you can start investing in Cardano with as little as €1. For many coins, it is not necessary to buy a whole coin.

  • What are the risks of investing in Cardano?

    Investing in cryptocurrencies like Cardano involves risks of losses. You can lose (part of) your deposit. Before you decide to buy Cardano, it is important to understand the risks.

    Volatility: The price of Cardano can fluctuate significantly. This means that its value can rise and fall quickly.

    No guaranteed profit: Previous price increases do not guarantee future returns. Therefore, only invest money that you can afford to lose.

    External factors: The price of Cardano is influenced by external factors, such as economic conditions and the actions of influential individuals, governments, and institutions. These factors can have a positive or negative impact on the price.

  • How to store Cardano?

    You can securely store your Cardano in your Finst wallet. Some cryptocurrencies also support external wallets, allowing you to send your crypto to your own wallet if desired. We use state-of-the-art security measures to keep you and your crypto safe.

    We work with Fireblocks, one of the most trusted crypto security infrastructure providers, to safely store your Cardano. They make use of Multi-Party Computation (MPC) technology which is an advanced cryptographic technology used to protect your digital assets.

    Additionally, Finst is the first and only Dutch crypto platform that has successfully conducted an extensive Proof of Reserves (PoR) audit. With Finst, your assets are segregated and held on a 1:1 basis, plus reserves.

  • Can I send my Cardano to an external wallet?

    Yes, you can send your Cardano to an external wallet. With Finst, you can easily send your Cardano to a hardware or a software wallet.

  • Can I store Cardano on a hardware wallet?

    Yes, you can store Cardano (ADA) on hardware wallets such as Ledger or Trezor.

  • Can I stake my Cardano?

    Yes, at Finst, you can stake ADA and earn passive income on your coins while contributing to the security of the network.

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Additional Information about Cardano (ADA)

How does Cardano (ADA) work?

Cardano is a next-gen blockchain that runs on a super-efficient Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism called Ouroboros. It’s the first PoS protocol that’s been peer-reviewed and mathematically proven to be secure. Unlike blockchains like Bitcoin, which run on traditional Proof-of-Work (PoW) and burn through tons of energy, Cardano lets users stake their ADA coins to help secure the network and earn rewards. So-called "slot leaders" get chosen based on how much ADA they own and stake. The more ADA you stake, the higher your chances of validating a new block.

Cardano is built with a layered architecture. That means it’s split into two layers: one for transactions (the settlement layer) and one for smart contracts (the computation layer):

  • Cardano Settlement Layer (CSL): The layer where all ADA transactions are validated and user balances are stored. This makes transactions fast and secure.
  • Cardano Computation Layer (CCL): The more complex layer that powers smart contracts and dApps, making scalable development possible.

Cardano keeps evolving through peer-reviewed research and rigorous testing, guaranteeing security, scalability, and sustainability. With upgrades like Hydra (faster transactions) and Project Catalyst (decentralized governance), Cardano is built to support real-world applications, from finance to supply chain management.

Who founded Cardano?

Cardano was founded in 2017 by Charles Hoskinson, a blockchain visionary and one of the original co-founders of Ethereum. He saw the limitations of existing blockchains and wanted to build something safer, more scalable, and more sustainable.

In 2015, Hoskinson and Jeremy Wood co-founded Input Output Hong Kong (IOHK), the research and development company behind Cardano. Along with the Cardano Foundation and EMURGO, IOHK plays a key role in building and promoting the Cardano ecosystem.

What is ADA?

ADA is the native cryptocurrency of the Cardano blockchain. It powers transactions, secures the network, and supports decentralized apps (dApps). ADA plays a central role in the Cardano ecosystem and is named after Ada Lovelace, a 19th-century mathematician and computer science pioneer.

Since ADA runs on a Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism, transactions are faster, more efficient, and eco-friendly.

Some of the main uses of ADA:

  • Transactions: Send and receive ADA worldwide with low fees and strong security.
  • Staking & rewards: ADA holders can stake their tokens to validate transactions and earn passive rewards.
  • Smart contracts & dApps: ADA powers smart contracts and decentralized apps built on Cardano.
  • Governance: Holders can vote on proposals that shape the future of Cardano.

What makes Cardano safe?

Cardano was built with security as a top priority, making sure transactions, smart contracts, and user data stay protected. Here’s how Cardano reaches such a high level of safety:

Proof-of-Stake Consensus

Cardano uses a unique Proof-of-Stake mechanism called Ouroboros, which stands out as the first academically peer-reviewed and mathematically proven secure PoS system. Slot leaders are chosen using a verifiable random function (VRF), making the selection fair, transparent, and tamper-proof.

Unlike Proof-of-Work systems, which burn massive amounts of energy, Ouroboros secures the network in a more efficient and sustainable way. It divides time into epochs and slots, preventing certain takeover attacks.

Peer-reviewed and tested

Every Cardano update goes through a strict academic review before going live. Experts analyze and test the tech to make sure it’s secure and reliable.

Layered architecture

Cardano’s blockchain has two layers:

  • Cardano Settlement Layer: Handles transactions so they’re fast and secure.
  • Cardano Computation Layer: Runs smart contracts separately from transactions to minimize risks.

This design makes it harder for bugs or attacks to affect the whole system.

Smart Contracts

Cardano uses Plutus for smart contracts, a language that allows formal verification, a method used in banking and aerospace to mathematically prove a system works correctly, reducing the risk of errors or hacks.

Decentralization

Cardano is highly decentralized, spread out across thousands of independent pools. That makes it way harder for a single group to attack or manipulate the network.

Ongoing security improvements

Cardano is designed to evolve with regular upgrades and security enhancements. The network also has a treasury system that funds ongoing development to keep it safe and up-to-date.

The history of Cardano

Cardano launched in 2017 by Charles Hoskinson, a co-founder of Ethereum, with the goal of creating a safer, more scalable, and more sustainable blockchain. It was built using a research-driven, peer-reviewed approach, giving it a solid scientific foundation.

The Cardano blockchain is developed by IOHK, the Cardano Foundation, and EMURGO, each playing a key role. Over the years, Cardano has gone through major upgrades, each adding new features:

  • Byron (2017): First release, introducing ADA and a federated blockchain model.
  • Shelley (2020): Transition to decentralized Proof-of-Stake, letting users stake ADA and secure the network.
  • Goguen (2021): Alonzo upgrade added smart contracts, enabling dApps and DeFi on Cardano.
  • Basho (ongoing): Focus on scalability and interoperability.
  • Voltaire (2024-2025): Adds decentralized governance so ADA holders can vote on upgrades and proposals.

Active developments

  • Hydra (2023): A layer-2 scaling solution for faster, cheaper transactions. First Hydra Head went live in 2023.
  • Mithril (2023): A protocol for fast, lightweight node sync. Launched in 2023, still evolving.
  • Midnight (coming 2025): A privacy-focused sidechain with zero-knowledge proofs for confidential dApps and data management.

Cardano vs Ethereum

Cardano is often compared to Ethereum, and for good reason. Both aim for scalability, security, and decentralization. They’re platforms for building dApps and smart contracts, popular for DeFi, DAOs, and NFTs. Both also use Proof-of-Stake to validate transactions and add new blocks.

Fun fact: Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, was also a co-founder of Ethereum.

So what’s different?

  1. Development approach: Cardano uses a research-driven, peer-reviewed process with phased rollouts (Byron, Shelley, Goguen, Voltaire). Ethereum is more community-driven, rolling out updates like Ethereum 2.0 and proto-danksharding step by step based on urgent needs.
  2. Programming languages: Cardano uses Plutus (based on Haskell), known for precision. Ethereum built Solidity, its own language. By 2024, Solidity was way more widely used.
  3. Transaction fees: Ethereum is known for being pricey, with fees spiking from $10 to $100+ during high traffic. Cardano is much cheaper, in 2024, average fees were around 15 cents.
  4. Transaction speed: Cardano can (theoretically) handle ~250 TPS, while Ethereum mainnet does only 15–30 TPS. Ethereum’s layer-2s like Arbitrum and Optimism are way faster and cheaper. Cardano is working on Hydra, which could push TPS into the millions someday. First Hydra release (v0.10) was in 2023, but it’s still experimental.
  5. Governance: Cardano has Project Catalyst, a full on-chain governance system where users vote with staked ADA. Ethereum uses more of an off-chain governance model (EIPs, community discussions).

Cardano staking

Since Cardano uses the Ouroboros Proof-of-Stake system, you can stake ADA and earn passive income. Staking means you lock your ADA into the network, helping secure it while earning rewards in ADA.

4 quick facts about staking ADA

  1. Anyone with ADA can join: Doesn’t matter if you hold a little or a lot, you can stake and earn rewards.
  2. You stay in full control: You don’t need to sell or hand over your ADA. It stays in your wallet, and you can move or sell anytime.
  3. Passive income: Rewards vary based on how much you stake and the performance of the pool.
  4. Earn without selling: Your ADA stays in your wallet while you earn extra ADA on the side.


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  1. Create a free Finst account and buy ADA with iDEAL, SEPA, or Bancontact.
  2. Your ADA goes straight into your Finst wallet.
  3. Activate staking right from your account, no tech setup needed.
  4. Rewards are automatically paid out in ADA on a regular basis.

Where can you buy and store Cardano (ADA)?

Buying ADA is easy on trusted platforms like Finst. After buying, you can either keep your ADA on the platform or move it to your own wallet, where you’re fully in charge of security.

Storing with Finst Wallet

If you buy ADA on Finst, you can store it safely in the built-in wallet. Everything is handled automatically, no extra software or settings. Great if you just want to trade or track your wallet without the hassle.

Software wallets

Want full control? Use a software wallet app on your computer or phone, where you manage your private keys yourself. Important: lose your private keys, and you lose access to your ADA. Always store your seed phrase offline and in a safe place.

Hardware wallets

For maximum security, use a hardware wallet like Ledger or Trezor. It’s a physical device that stores your ADA offline, safe from online attacks. If you buy ADA on Finst or elsewhere, you can easily transfer it by entering your hardware wallet address.

What’s the Cardano price prediction?

Plenty of investors and analysts make predictions for Cardano (ADA). They look at factors like Cardano’s own updates, the state of the crypto market, and global politics. All of these can push ADA’s price up or down. Even tweets from influential people can move the price.

But honestly, predicting ADA’s price is super hard. Do your own research and make decisions based on that. Don’t take third-party predictions too seriously.

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