Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, opposes growing calls to burn ADA, Cardano’s native cryptocurrency. He believes burning ADA would harm the ecosystem and the interests of its stakeholders. Despite this, a section of the community supports burning 1.5 billion ADA, hoping it would increase scarcity and drive up the token’s value. Others align with Hoskinson, highlighting the need to prioritize the platform’s development and stability over short-term value gains.
Cardano Founder Defends Treasury Use
The Cardano community has long debated the potential benefits of burning ADA. Some argue it could reduce supply, potentially boosting the token’s price. However, Hoskinson has consistently rejected this approach. His recent comments followed renewed calls to burn ADA from the Cardano Treasury as the network enters the Voltaire Era.
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Hoskinson explained that the Treasury comprises funds from taxes on block production and transactions, not pre-printed tokens. These funds come from the contributions of stake pool operators (SPOs) and ADA holders, making them a collective resource. Hoskinson likened the idea of burning these funds to theft, as it would essentially take resources from those who actively support the network.
Community Divided Over Burning ADA
Discussions about burning 1.5 billion ADA have divided the community. Some members advocate for the burn, believing it would increase scarcity and value. However, many, including Hoskinson, view it as harmful to Cardano’s long-term growth. Key community figures, like Dave @ItsDave_ADA, backed Hoskinson, emphasizing that the Treasury serves a vital role in funding the platform’s development and ensuring its stability.
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Currently, Cardano’s Treasury guidelines, as laid out in the network’s constitution, prohibit burning ADA. The Treasury is designed to fund innovations, projects, and upgrades within the ecosystem.
However, the evolving governance model, with changes like the Chang Hard Fork, may bring future discussions about how the Treasury operates. Any shifts in Treasury management would require broad community consensus.
