Amid the downturn, investor frustration has grown, often directed at Hoskinson on social media. In a new post on X, he called on the community not just to talk about ADA but to actively use the network in practice. Referencing a post by crypto influencer Linda, Hoskinson wrote: “Use the chain. Make Cardano better.” Instead of simply holding ADA, investors are encouraged to conduct transactions and build new applications.
Who actually uses Cardano in everyday life?
According to Hoskinson, too many community members focus only on price action or complain about slow development, while real-world usage remains below expectations. Still, Cardano recently reached a record in the DeFi sector, with 520 million ADA in total value locked. However, sustainable growth, Hoskinson argues, will only come if the blockchain is actively used in everyday scenarios.
Earlier in March, an important step in that direction took place in Switzerland: customers can now pay with ADA in 137 SPAR stores. This became possible through the integration of the Cardano blockchain into the DFX.swiss platform. As a result, ADA transactions can now be processed in real time at checkout without using centralized exchanges, allowing users to pay directly from native Cardano wallets.
Cardano’s price decline has increased pressure on the ecosystem, but the team is now focusing on real-world adoption rather than speculative interest. The expansion of payments in Switzerland marks an early step toward practical use, though broader adoption will be needed for sustainable growth.
