Earlier today, we hosted SPO Table Talk #2, where we explored the Newly Designed Rewards Calculator and its relevance to the Cardano ecosystem. Dmitry Shibaev, Markus Gufler, and Johnny Kelly provided valuable insights into the philosophy behind the tool, its functionality, and how it can help SPOs, delegators, ADA holders, and governance participants better understand the impact of parameter changes. For those interested in diving deeper, you can explore the tool to understand its features or test different parameters to see their impact firsthand. Start here: https://github.com/cardano-foundation/cardano-org/releases/tag/v1.14.0

We are LIVE ! Tune in as we explore the Newly Designed Staking Rewards Calculator with Dmitry Shibaev, Johnny Kelly, and Markus Gufler. With governance in the hands of the community, data-driven decisions matter. This open-source tool helps all ADA holders understand the effects of parameter changes in a clear and insightful way. 📊 See it in action as we compare pools, analyze live data, and demonstrate the impact of tweaking network parameters. 🔴 Watch Live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/CH8B7Z5bK9g

𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗶-𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 In this edition we bring you the latest updates from the Cardano ecosystem. Highlights include the confirmation of “Cardano Buidler Fest” #2 in Da Nang, Vietnam, Andrew Westberg’s breakdown of the treasury tax rate proposal, and a deep dive into Cardano’s gov_action_deposit parameter by Lidonation. Plus, get insights from the Cardano Builders Uruguay event, a new draft budget proposal for community feedback, and much more. https://forum.cardano.org/t/digest-february-17-2025-cardano-buidler-fest-2-confirmed-da-nang-vietnam-april-24-25-2025-andrew-westberg-breaks-down-cardano-s-treasury-tax-rate-proposal-intersect-draft-budget-proposals-now-open-for-community-feedback/143251

𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗯𝗶-𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 In this edition, we highlight key updates from across the Cardano ecosystem. Read the Developer Blog interview with Raul Antonio, CTO of 𝗙𝗹𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗧𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗻𝘀, on unlocking liquidity and Bitcoin DeFi on Cardano. 𝗞𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗕𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗱 shares 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁’𝘀 2025 roadmap and DRep voting insights. Don’t miss 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮’𝘀 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀, 𝗟𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘆’𝘀 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗼’𝘀 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, and the latest from 𝗘𝗠𝗨𝗥𝗚𝗢 and the Cardano Ecosystem Guide 2025—plus many more updates from across the ecosystem. https://forum.cardano.org/t/digest-february-4-2025-why-cardano-is-the-most-decentralized-blockchain-a-perspective-by-lilly-stablecoins-on-cardano-a-guide-by-linda-project-catalyst-in-2025-a-message-from-kriss-baird-developer-blog-fluidtokens/142788/1

The delegate-endorsed Constitution is now live for all ada owners to vote on! The governance action will be on-chain for the next 6 epochs (approximately one month) and requires 75% of delegated stake to pass. Read the text and learn more about the process, how to vote, and all supporting materials here: https://docs.intersectmbo.org/cardano/cardano-governance/cardano-constitution/constitution-vote-all-you-need-to-know Delegate to a DRep (or become one yourself) and make your voice heard on this monumental foundational document Cardano is unlike any other.

Hi all, as 21:44 UTC, the first community-enacted hard fork is now in effect on Cardano mainnet! Cardano is firmly in the hands of the community and ada owners. When the community leads, innovation follows. If you haven't delegated to a DRep (or wish to vote directly as a DRep yourself), now is the time. See https://gov.tools to learn more. Cardano’s governance isn’t about one path forward—it’s about a network of minds shaping the road together. Exciting times ahead. https://x.com/IntersectMBO/status/1884719166651064722

Celebrating the Plomin Hard Fork 🗣 Join us Thursday, January 30th, 2025, at 15:00 UTC for another Roundtable Talk, this time as we celebrate the Plomin Hard Fork. We'll reflect on Cardano’s journey, hear from SPOs, delegators, and ecosystem projects, and explore what’s next. To join us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/live/tr5Jk1DqLwU?si=aaSeoajWPcg-mCWi Add the Roundtable Talk to your calendar: https://www.addevent.com/event/kV24683213

Applications for the Venture Hub by the Cardano Foundation close in just three days! 🚨 Are you building something incredible on Cardano? Here’s your chance to: ✅ Refine your tech with Cardano Foundation experts. ✅ Gain business insights from top ecosystem partners. ✅ Boost your visibility with investors and the Cardano community. This exclusive pilot program is tailored to help exceptional projects scale and succeed. Learn more about this opportunity and apply now: https://www.cardanofoundation.org/venture-hub

Hello and welcome to the latest edition of the 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁! In this edition, we cover: - All Cardano Node Users Encouraged to Upgrade to Node Version 10.1.4 - Current status of the iCC voting - Introducing Cardano DReps on the Cardano Forum - Understanding Cardano’s Min Pool Cost 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 https://forum.cardano.org/t/digest-january-20-2025-all-cardano-node-users-encouraged-to-upgrade-to-node-version-10-1-4-current-status-of-the-icc-voting-introducing-cardano-dreps-on-the-cardano-forum-understanding-cardano-s-min-pool-cost/142215

Join In: 2 Days Left to Submit! 🚨 This is your last chance to design the new Cardano.org header and leave your creative mark on Cardano’s journey! 💰 Win Big: $5,000 in prizes for the most creative and innovative designs. 📜 Full Details & Submission Link: https://forum.cardano.org/t/call-for-artwork-design-the-new-cardano-org-header/ Deadline: Only 2 days remaining—don’t miss your opportunity to shape the future of Cardano! Get creative and submit your masterpiece today!

Important Announcement for Stake Pool Operators and Other Node Users! The cardano-node version 10.1.4 has been released. This update introduces critical safeguards at the mempool level to address a potential DoS attack risk following the upcoming Plomin hard fork. We ask all node users, including SPOs, to thoroughly review the release notes, changes, and associated details. This will help you start your upgrade process to ensure your operations are prepared for the hard fork and aligned with network requirements. 🔗 Learn more: Hotfix 10.1.4 - notice for SPOs 🔗Download the update: cardano-node v10.1.4

Greetings and welcome to the latest edition of the 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁! In this issue, we bring you: • New Year’s Message • Call To Action: SPOs to Vote on Hard Fork Initiation • A Spotlight on Stake Pools: LOGIC Pool 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 https://forum.cardano.org/t/digest-january-6-2025-new-year-s-message-call-to-action-spos-to-vote-on-hard-fork-initiation-plomin-hard-fork-a-spotlight-on-stake-pools-logic-pool/141690/1

Holiday stress? Cardano runs smoothly -no gingerbread or mulled wine required. 🍪🍷 Learn, share, and grow with Cardano, join a community today: https://forum.cardano.org/t/cardano-stay-safe-series-recommended-community-channel-list/20046

Greetings and welcome to the latest edition of the 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁! In this issue, we bring you: • Catalyst Fund 13 Results & Community Feedback • Messari Q3 2024 Report: Key Insights • Season’s Greetings and See You in 2025! 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 https://forum.cardano.org/t/digest-december-23-2024-catalyst-fund-13-results-community-feedback-messari-q3-2024-report-key-insights-season-s-greetings/141174

Heya there! Catch the latest updates in our final Catalyst newsletter of 2024 and see what’s ahead in the coming weeks. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a Happy New Year! 🍭 https://forum.cardano.org/t/catalyst-weekly-115-fund13-results-holiday-season/141118

📢 Catalyst Fund13 Results Are In! ℹ️ We are delighted to announce the official results of Project Catalyst Fund13. Congratulations to all participants this round. 🤝 More than 2.5B ada participated in this round. 7,000+ wallets have collectively cast almost 311,000 individual votes to determine 199 funded projects in this round. Bringing the total number of projects funded to 2,090 over the course of Catalyst history, with nearly 1,050 now completed. 🙇 On behalf of the entire Catalyst team, we thank each and every one of you for your trust and patience and for making this moment a reality! 📯 Announcement: https://forum.cardano.org/t/the-project-catalyst-fund13-results-are-in/140939 🏆 Results: projectcatalyst.io/f13results 🧡 Thank you to all who make Catalyst happen every day.

Discover the science behind Cardano. Dive into the research papers and protocol specs that shape every era of the blockchain: https://cardano.org/research The website cardano.org is open source! Have ideas or updates? Submit a pull request on GitHub or join the discussions to help shape how Cardano’s story is told: https://github.com/cardano-foundation/cardano-org

Happy Friday all! Instead of usual weekly update we share with members every Friday, we've produced an end-of-year special edition highlighting the work Intersect and our members have been doing in 2024. It's been a transformative year for Cardano. https://x.com/IntersectMBO/status/1867653001332060498

Greetings and welcome to the latest edition of the 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁! In this issue, we bring you: • 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸: Understanding Nested Transactions, • Developer Blog Series: 𝗗𝗲𝘅𝗛𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿, • 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 for Fund 13 Voting, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 https://forum.cardano.org/t/digest-december-11-2024-roundtable-talk-understanding-nested-transactions-developer-blog-series-dexhunter-final-call-for-fund-13-voting/140675

Hi all, In less than one hour, Cardano is hosting a roundtable talk on the role of major ADA voters and DeFi protocols in Project Catalyst F13. Join Minswap, Optim, Wingriders, and the Cardano Foundation as they dive into governance, proposal evaluation, and the future of decentralized decision-making in Catalyst. Tune in live here: https://www.youtube.com/live/O-4P0h1Cd30

The "@Cardano_CF"-account on X account remains compromised. Beware: there’s no SEC lawsuit, no token burn, and no “ADASol” bridge. Also, CF team members will never DM you to ask for anything. Follow Cardano Announcements for accurate updates.

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⚡️ 4 days remaining till Fund13 voting is over. Dec 12, 11AM UTC. Already 5,000 wallets are in. Nearly 200,000 votes via 1.8B ada. Time to add yours, now.

🎨Calling all artists, designers, and creators in the CardanoCommunity! Time to flex your creative muscles and reimagine the Cardano.org website header. 💰$5,000 in prizes, sponsored by the Cardano Foundation, are up for grabs. Read more here: https://forum.cardano.org/t/call-for-artwork-design-the-new-cardano-org-header/139421

Catalyst Weekly #112 is here, packed with all the latest updates and opportunities for you to get involved! Exciting? Fund13 voting is now live! This is your chance to help shape the direction of another competitive Cardano funding round. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to make your voice heard! Read more here: https://forum.cardano.org/t/catalyst-weekly-112-fund12-voting-is-open-until-dec-12-11am-utc/139746

Reach out if you'll be in Nairobi too! https://x.com/benohanlon/status/1862079850242302376

🎉It’s action time – voting for Fund13 is now officially OPEN! 📅Everyone who has registered has from now until December 12 to vote. 🗳So get voting and play your part in the future of Project Catalyst. We can’t wait to see which projects will go forward to the next round. Follow instructions via Gitbook page. You can retweet this update via official X account here.

Hello, and welcome to the fortnightly 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 — In this edition: • What to Expect at the 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 in December 2024, • 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸: Cardano Constitution Drafts, • A Spotlight on Stake Pools: 𝗪𝗔𝗗𝗔 and more https://forum.cardano.org/t/digest-november-11-2024-what-to-expect-at-the-cardano-constitutional-convention-in-december-2024-roundtable-talk-cardano-constitution-drafts-a-spotlight-on-stake-pools-wada/139522

Join us in 20 minutes LIVE via Youtube for Roundtable Talk #4: Constitution Drafts This session is an important step in ensuring transparency and community involvement in Cardano's ongoing governance development. The Roundtable Talk will explore the core ideas behind the Constitution, address community feedback, and contribute to the preparation for the convention in Buenos Aires and Nairobi. https://youtube.com/live/-x4UYQabB0Q

The draft constitution is out. Thank you everyone who participated in the 65 workshops. There was so much feedback and great ideas! Next stop Argentina! Please retweet https://x.com/intersectmbo/status/1859322771278373101?s=46

👋 Catalyst Weekly #111 - 4 days left to register to vote in Fund13. Only 25 ada needed. Read more all about it here: https://forum.cardano.org/t/catalyst-weekly-111-register-to-vote-in-f13-5-days-left/138769

Hello, and welcome to the fortnightly 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 — In this edition: • Cardano Summit, Dubai 2024 Masterclass Recordings Now Available, • Constitutional Committees Votes On 3rd Governance Info Action, • 2025 Annual Budget Survey Now Live: Have Your Say! and more https://forum.cardano.org/t/digest-november-11-2024-cardano-summit-dubai-2024-masterclass-recordings-now-available-constitutional-committees-votes-on-3rd-governance-info-action-2025-annual-budget-survey-now-live-have-your-say/138494

Hi all, Jack here from Intersect. I wanted to share the current progress of the budget process being facilitated by the Budget committee. We’re currently in the consultation phase and the committee are seeking feedback and inputs from across the community to shape Cardano’s budget for 2025! Follow the link to find out more, including how to participate 🙏 https://bit.ly/CBDGetInvolved

Hello all! We're getting much closer to Chang #2 and turning on the final features to Cardano's on-chain governance 🙌 TLDR: * Cardano node version 10.1.1 is out, and is the node candidate to take Cardano out of the technical bootstrapping phase and into full on-chain governance - important for SPOs, DApps, wallets, exchanges and more. * If you haven't delegated to a Delegate Representative (DRep) check out https://gov.tools and connect your wallet * Note: After the upgrade, if you haven't delegated to a DRep, your staking rewards will still accumulate, but you won't be able to withdraw them until you do. We've produced a status report to learn more, and how you can get involved today ➡️ https://www.intersectmbo.org/news/cardano-node-10.1.1-is-ready

👋 Catalyst Weekly #110 - That's a wrap! Community Review next. Read more all about it here: https://forum.cardano.org/t/catalyst-weekly-110-thats-a-wrap-community-review-next/137497

Join us now for Roundtable Talk #3: Cardano Community Events with Big Pey (Atrium Lab), Farid (Dapp Central), Hosky (ICC and DRep), and Rick McCracken (SPO DIGI pools)! We’re live right now—don’t miss the discussion on community events and emerging technologies. Watch live: Youtube: https://youtube.com/live/5aMbgIbXTyM X: https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1yNGagAXdNQxj

Attention Developers! 🛠️ Have you taken the time to fill out our annual Developer Survey yet? Your participation contributes to a better future for developing on Cardano. Take the survey now: https://cardanofoundation.outgrow.us/cardano-developer-ecosystem-survey-2024

Hello, and welcome to the fortnightly Cardano Community Digest — In this edition: • 3rd Governance Info Action Live: DReps, SPOs, ICC Members Urged to Vote • Participate in the Cardano Developer Ecosystem Survey • New Aiken Programming Course by Rhys Morgan • Cardano Foundation Launches ‘Our Cardano’ and more https://forum.cardano.org/t/digest-october-14-2024-3rd-governance-info-action-live-dreps-spos-and-icc-members-urged-to-vote-participate-in-the-cardano-developer-ecosystem-survey-new-aiken-programming-course-by-rhys-morgan-cardano-foundation-launches-our-cardano/137192

👋 Catalyst Weekly #109 - Time to finalize your proposals prior Oct 16 Read more all about it here: https://forum.cardano.org/t/catalyst-weekly-109-time-to-finalize-your-proposals-prior-oct-16/136870

Hey Cardano Developers! We’re excited to share 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝟭 of an Aiken programming language course designed to empower budding smart contract developers. Rhys Morgan from STOIC Pool has produced a fantastic video series 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 on the Aiken Smart Contract Language: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCuyQuWCJVQ1Zz9ySRMH_J6EymxhnZ0Hu Enjoy his passion and humor as he dives into core concepts and live coding with the Aiken syntax. In Module 1, you’ll learn: • Intro to Aiken and Orientation • Installation and Setup • First Validator • Market Place Setup • Datums and Redeemers • Delist Redeemer • Buy Redeemer Check out the live coding repository: https://github.com/rhystmorgan/aiken-course Whether you’re new or experienced, this series will help you level up your skills in blockchain programming with Aiken. Don’t forget to subscribe for more tutorials!

👋 Catalyst Weekly #108 - 4 days remaining in general categories to submit a proposal in Fund13 Read more all about it here: https://forum.cardano.org/t/catalyst-weekly-108-4-days-left-for-general-submissions/136701

The Intersect Cardano Product Committee is running this survey with the aim to gather initial input which will help create a Cardano roadmap proposal. Please respond to it. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBcVsUDfT1yTccitYGgupeNHe33AkuAbCREgeKbIjAht8AjA/viewform

Calling all Cardano developers! 🗣 Your experience matters—take the annual Cardano Developers Survey and shape what comes next in our developer ecosystem. It takes ten minutes, and your input helps drive the future of Cardano. 🌐 https://cardanofoundation.outgrow.us/cardano-developer-ecosystem-survey-2024

Hello, and welcome to the fortnightly Cardano Community Digest — In this edition: • A Call to Action: Vote for the Cardano Summit Awards, •Developer Blog Series w/ Nucast.io, •A Spotlight on Stake Pools w/ GROW, •Ambassador Stories w/ Jose Iadicicco and more https://forum.cardano.org/t/digest-september-30-2024-cast-your-vote-for-the-2024-cardano-summit-awards-developer-blog-series-with-nucast-a-spotlight-on-stake-pools-with-grow-ambassador-stories-with-jose-iadicicco/136483

News 📰 Anzens has announced that BitGo, an industry-leading qualified custodian catering to institutional clients, will provide custodial services for Cardano stablecoin Anzens USDA. The joint technical effort between Anzens Inc., the issuer of USDA, EMURGO, the technology provider behind the Anzens platform, and BitGo Trust, a Qualified Custodian, underscores Anzens’ commitment to security by integrating BitGo’s advanced financial infrastructure into the USDA stablecoin protocol. Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/AnzensOfficial/status/1840768455831613777 Read the Official Announcement here: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/usda-stablecoin-strengthened-through-anzens-bitgo-collaboration-302261104.html

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👋 Catalyst Weekly #107 - Submit your Fund13 proposals & 25 ada voting! Read more all about it here: https://forum.cardano.org/t/catalyst-weekly-107-submit-fund13-proposals-25-voting/136377

👋 Catalyst Weekly #106 - F13 next week, F12 feedback, & avatars. Read more all about it here: https://forum.cardano.org/t/catalyst-weekly-106-f13-next-week-f12-feedback-avatars/136166

Join Jon Kravetz (CSWAP DEX), Tim Brückmann (IAMX), and Nicola Massella (STORM Partners) LIVE right now for a Roundtable Talk on Real World Assets (RWAs). X: https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1gqxvNADLbAxB