What is Cardano?
Cardano is an open-source, proof-of-stake blockchain platform designed to provide a more secure, scalable, and sustainable infrastructure for decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts. Founded in 2017 by Charles Hoskinson, a co-founder of Ethereum, Cardano is built on scientific principles and peer-reviewed research. With a strong focus on security, sustainability, and interoperability, Cardano aims to foster innovation in decentralized finance (DeFi), governance, and beyond.