$ADA that Cardano is playing a "long game" to build sustainable infrastructure, not just chasing short-term hype.

2. Scalability Solutions:

* Debate: While Cardano has various scaling solutions in the pipeline (like Hydra, Input Endorsers, and advancements in Plutus), there's ongoing debate about their implementation timelines and real-world impact. Some critics, like Justin Bons, have questioned the network's current throughput and the feasibility of future scaling solutions, citing arbitrary block-size ceilings and a lack of concrete timelines.

* Cardano's Stance: Cardano's team and community highlight their multi-pronged approach to scaling, including Layer 2 solutions like Hydra, on-chain parameter adjustments (block size, execution units), and optimization of smart contract languages (e.g., Aiken, Plutus V2/V3). They believe these solutions will significantly improve transaction throughput and latency without sacrificing decentralization or security.

3. Decentralized Governance (Voltaire Era):

* Progress and Debate: Cardano is actively transitioning to a fully decentralized governance model through the vision