$ADA Cardano is a proof-of-stake blockchain platform aimed at enabling users who are "pioneers, innovators, and visionaries" to bring about positive global change to the network.

This open-source project also aims to “redistribute the power of accounting structures among marginalized individuals," helping to create a more secure, transparent, and fair society.

Cardano was founded in 2017, and the ADA tokens are designed to ensure that owners can participate in the operation of the network. Because of this, those who hold this cryptocurrency have the right to vote on any proposed changes to the software.