- Cardano initiates an audit amidst allegations involving $600M in ADA.
- Report expected by mid-August, 2025.
- No unauthorized fund movements reported by Cardano.
Cardano, led by Charles Hoskinson, plans an audit release in response to $600M ADA claims.
This audit aims to address controversial claims, impacting market confidence as ADA price reacts.
Audit Scheduled Over $600M ADA Allegations
Cardano is set to release an audit report in mid-August, responding to allegations of mishandling $600M worth of ADA. Charles Hoskinson, CEO of Input Output Global, strongly denied wrongdoing.
Foundations like Input Output Global and Intersect are involved in the audit process. Charles Hoskinson emphasized the transparency of the report, which includes transaction records and documentation. He stated,
“The ADA audit will be released in mid-August… The full ADA audit report will be shared livestream in public… Input Output Global will publish the report along with supporting transaction records.”
ADA Price Rises 4.2% Post-Audit Announcement
The announcement led to a 4.2% increase in ADA’s price, reflecting short-term renewed investor confidence. Financial analysts continue to monitor potential market trends following the audit release.
Legal actions are being considered by Cardano against those behind the allegations, as Hoskinson seeks to protect the project’s reputation and maintain its community trust.
Historical Audits Provide Context for Investors
Similar audits, like the Ethereum DAO hack, have historically influenced Layer 1 projects. Previous transparency efforts have generally restored investor confidence, though market volatility remains.
Expert analysis suggests favorable audit outcomes could enhance ADA’s market position. However, any unexpected findings during the audit might lead to further price fluctuations.
