Cardano Foundation abstains from voting on IOHK’s 96,817,000 ADA proposal, citing transparency concerns.
Charles Hoskinson frames the split as a sign of healthy decentralization amid his Wyoming political push.
ADA price projected to hit $2.50 by 2025, despite governance tensions.
The Cardano ecosystem is buzzing with discussion following a significant governance decision.
Charles Hoskinson, founder of IOHK, took to X to humorously label the Cardano Foundation’s abstention from voting on the IOHK Engineering Core Development Proposal (requesting 96,817,000 ADA) as a “mommy and daddy aren’t getting back together” moment.
This is the mommy and daddy aren't getting back together vote And yet somehow Cardano still operates and has a bright future. That's true decentralization. pic.twitter.com/WzUiK8bJgh
— Charles Hoskinson (@IOHK_Charles) July 28, 2025
This proposal, aimed at funding critical development, was met with abstention from the Foundation, citing insufficient consultation and transparency issues. The move underscores Cardano’s decentralized governance model, where no single entity holds sway, a principle reinforced by the network’s on-chain voting system.
The abstention highlights a strategic rift. The Cardano Foundation, serving on the Interim Constitutional Committee (ICC), emphasized the need for broader community input, aligning with peer-reviewed studies (e.g., Journal of Blockchain Research, 2023) that stress trust and consensus in decentralized networks. Despite the disagreement, Hoskinson remains optimistic, noting Cardano’s resilience and bright future, a testament to its decentralized ethos.
This event coincides with his recent political venture in Wyoming, where his “Wyoming Integrity” PAC, launched in February 2025, aims to shape crypto-friendly legislation, potentially bolstering Cardano’s growth trajectory.
Market analysts are watching closely. Coincryptonewz’s latest prediction suggests ADA could surpass $2.50 by year-end, driven by ongoing development and governance evolution. However, the Foundation’s stance raises questions about future funding and coordination between key stakeholders like IOHK and the Foundation. Community reactions on X range from humorous jabs—asking who gets “custody of the dog”—to frustration over the Foundation’s role, with some calling for its overhaul.
For now, Cardano’s decentralized structure ensures it continues to operate, proving its robustness. Investors and enthusiasts await the next governance moves, as this episode may shape the blockchain’s long-term strategy and market performance.
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