Cardano successfully implemented the Van Rossem hard fork, upgrading to Protocol Version 11 via fully decentralized onchain governance for the first time. This upgrade enhances Plutus smart contract functionality and reduces execution costs, setting the stage for the upcoming Ouroboros Leios scaling solution expected later in 2026. Despite the technical progress, ADA's price remains stagnant around $0.165, trading below key moving averages with bearish trader sentiment prevailing. The upgrade is a foundational step for Cardano's future scalability improvements rather than an immediate price catalyst.
Cardano is preparing for its next network upgrade called Van Rossum, tied to node version 11. ADA holders do not need to move or restake funds as balances and staking persist through the hard fork. The upgrade requires stake pool operators, exchanges...
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Cardano's ADA price remains pressured around $0.16 following the activation of the van Rossem hard fork, which upgraded the network to Protocol Version 11 with improvements to smart contracts and scalability preparations. Despite the technical upgrad...
Cardano activated the Van Rossum hard fork on July 18, 2026, upgrading to Protocol Version 11. This upgrade reduces smart contract execution costs by updating the Plutus framework and cost model, making running apps on Cardano cheaper. It is the firs...
Cardano has successfully activated the Van Rossem hard fork, the first in its history fully validated through on-chain governance. This update introduces five key improvements to reduce Plutus smart contract costs, boost performance, and enhance secu...
