Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has revealed that the Cardano ecosystem is actively pursuing several key cross-chain partnerships, with a strong focus on Chainlink and World Liberty Financial's (WLFI) USD1 stablecoin. Speaking during a recent AMA, Hoskinson confirmed that talks are underway with both projects, signaling a strategic move to bolster Cardano's competitive standing in the crypto space. He expressed particular confidence in the potential partnership with WLFI's USD1, noting that a deal could soon be secured. If finalized, this collaboration would bring the fifth-largest stablecoin, which has a market cap of $2.67 billion, to the Cardano network.
Securing the Future Through Integration
Hoskinson emphasized that these types of collaborations are essential for Cardano to thrive. He acknowledged that while a partnership with Chainlink might take longer to secure due to the "absurd number for integration," he remains optimistic that the Cardano team is equipped to "handle it." He also mentioned a desire to integrate with Aave, a major DeFi protocol. Hoskinson pointed to the necessity of acquiring cutting-edge technology and forming strategic alliances to remain relevant. He cited an example of a government choosing Chainlink for a project because it had the necessary technology, underscoring the importance of these integrations for Cardano's long-term growth and adoption.
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Cardano Founder Hints at Major Partnerships with Chainlink and WLFI
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has revealed that the Cardano ecosystem is actively pursuing several key cross-chain partnerships, with a strong focus on Chainlink and World Liberty Financial's (WLFI) USD1 stablecoin. Speaking during a recent AMA, Hoskinson confirmed that talks are underway with both projects, signaling a strategic move to bolster Cardano's competitive standing in the crypto space. He expressed particular confidence in the potential partnership with WLFI's USD1, noting that a deal could soon be secured. If finalized, this collaboration would bring the fifth-largest stablecoin, which has a market cap of $2.67 billion, to the Cardano network.
Securing the Future Through Integration
Hoskinson emphasized that these types of collaborations are essential for Cardano to thrive. He acknowledged that while a partnership with Chainlink might take longer to secure due to the "absurd number for integration," he remains optimistic that the Cardano team is equipped to "handle it." He also mentioned a desire to integrate with Aave, a major DeFi protocol. Hoskinson pointed to the necessity of acquiring cutting-edge technology and forming strategic alliances to remain relevant. He cited an example of a government choosing Chainlink for a project because it had the necessary technology, underscoring the importance of these integrations for Cardano's long-term growth and adoption.