Cardano

(ADA)

The native asset of the Cardano blockchain, a Proof of Stake network.

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What is Cardano?

Cardano (ADA) is the native cryptocurrency of the Cardano blockchain, a Proof of Stake network known for an emphasis on research and peer review. ADA is used to pay fees and to take part in staking.

What it aims to do

The project aims to build a secure, scalable platform for applications and smart contracts, developed in measured stages. As with any crypto asset, ADA’s value can move sharply.

Related terms

The native asset of the Avalanche blockchain, known for fast finality.

Any cryptocurrency other than Bitcoin.

A shared digital ledger that records transactions across a network of computers.

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