How to buy Cardano (ADA)?
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What is Cardano (ADA)?
Cardano is a decentralised Layer 1 blockchain for smart contracts, digital asset issuance and token transfers. ADA is its native token.
The network runs on the Ouroboros Praos Proof-of-Stake mechanism. Time is divided into epochs of 432,000 one-second slots (approx. 5 days), and a new block is produced on average every 20 seconds. ADA holders can run their own stake pool or delegate tokens to one – without handing over control of them.
Cardano uses the extended UTXO model (eUTXO). Smart contracts have been available since the Alonzo era thanks to the Plutus language, and developers can also use other tools such as Aiken or Marlowe.
What is the ADA token used for?
Transaction fees
ADA pays for transactions, including smart contract execution.
Staking and delegation
Holders can delegate ADA to stake pools and receive rewards while keeping control of their funds.
Governance
Since 2024 Cardano has had on-chain governance (CIP-1694). ADA holders vote directly or through Delegated Representatives (DReps).
Holder rights
ADA does not grant ownership or profit participation.
ADA supply
Cardano’s maximum supply is 45 billion ADA. Approx. 31.1 billion ADA were in circulation at launch, and the rest forms a reserve that funds staking rewards. In each epoch, transaction fees plus 0.3% of the remaining reserve go into the reward pool.
Before rewards are paid out, 20% of the pool goes to the treasury, which funds ecosystem development.
Who created Cardano?
Among the people involved in the project, the white paper names Charles Hoskinson and Jeremy Wood. According to the white paper, Cardano has no formal issuer and develops in a decentralised way.
Three organisations are involved in the network’s development: Input Output Global (IOG), responsible for research and development, the Cardano Foundation (Cardano Stiftung) and EMURGO, which supports ecosystem growth.
History of Cardano
Research work and token presale.
Mainnet launch in the Byron era.
The Shelley upgrade introduces staking and delegation.
Alonzo era – Plutus smart contracts go live.
The Chang upgrade starts on-chain governance (CIP-1694).
The Plomin upgrade introduces Delegated Representatives (DReps).
Publication of the MiCA white paper for Crypto Risk Metrics GmbH (ADA).
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Cardano (ADA) cost?
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How do I pay for ADA?
You can currently top up your account by bank transfer. Card payments (Visa, Mastercard) as well as BLIK, Apple Pay and Google Pay are coming soon.
Where can I find the Cardano white paper?
You can find the link to the MiCA white paper on the website of our partner BitGo, which lists white papers from the ESMA register. The document was prepared by Crypto Risk Metrics GmbH – look for “Crypto Risk Metrics GmbH” on the list. Go to the white paper list
Do I lose control of my tokens when staking ADA?
No. On Cardano, delegating to a stake pool does not require transferring tokens – they remain under the holder’s control.
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The information on this page is based on the MiCA white paper for Cardano (Crypto Risk Metrics GmbH, 2026), available via the BitGo white paper list. This content is for information purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.