Cardano has activated the van Rossem hard fork, its first governance-approved network upgrade, reducing smart contract costs and preparing the blockchain for Ouroboros Leios.
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Cardano Activates First Onchain Governance Hard Fork
Cardano activates its first onchain governance hard fork with Protocol Version 11, adding new features and reducing smart contract costs.
Cardano leads slumps as large cryptocurrencies start mixed
Large cryptocurrencies were mixed during U.S. morning trading on Monday, with Cardano seeing the biggest move, falling 2.26% to 16 cents. Avalanche led the increases with a 1.32% climb to $6.53. Five …
Cardano hands core development to outside teams in decentralization push
The move marks a major transition for the blockchain as independent engineering groups prepare to maintain the underlying software code through 2027.
Cardano Pumps as Network Moves to Further Decentralize Development
Input Output is handing its core infrastructure to outside teams as ADA gets a lift from an imminent protocol upgrade.
Cardano price prediction ahead of July 18 Van Rossem hard fork
Whales (100k–100M ADA) are at the highest control level since Feb 2023, and the Van Rossem hard fork should improve Plutus efficiency and cut execution costs—classic catalyst for renewed demand.