Code Wars: Cardano Claims The Crown From Ethereum In Core Development

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Cardano has surpassed Ethereum in central developer activity, a dramatic turn that disputes its long-held status as a “ghost chain.” The development has kindled fresh optimism among investors that Cardano’s price may soon experience significant increases.

Developer Numbers Reflect Shocking Flip

According to data platform Cryptometheus, Cardano now ranks first in blockchain development with 21,439 GitHub commits over the past 12 months. These commits span 550 core repositories, putting Cardano ahead of Ethereum’s 20,962 commits during the same period.

The data indicates activity in 12 fundamental Cardano projects, with the wider ecosystem demonstrating activity in 36 projects. This wave of developments has driven activity in 4,276 GitHub repositories, offering tangible proof to counter accusations that Cardano is not being utilized in the real world.

Ethereum Faces Increased Competition

Ethereum’s ranking in second place is what some refer to as an “underwhelming year” for the network. The network lagging behind in terms of developer numbers comes as Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson speculates that Ethereum will collapse by 2040.

Hoskinson cites several reasons for his prediction: old tech, layer 2 solution fragmentation, and declining developer participation. This criticism comes at a sensitive moment since Ethereum is also struggling with Internet Computer, which is currently ranking third in developer activity.

The Ethereum Foundation has set out a new vision for scaling its layer 1 capabilities, which could reverse the trend of developer disengagement.

Price Predictions Follow Development Success

Cardano’s cryptocurrency, ADA, is currently trading at $0.69 and seems to be maintaining crucial support levels. This steadiness, coupled with the uptick in developer activity, has prompted analysts to forecast substantial price increases.

Crypto analyst “Token Talk” proposes ADA might observe a 100% jump to $1.20-$1.30 within the existing market cycle. Looking further down the line, the analyst estimates a possible value of $10 by 2029.

$ADA sideways around $0.70, but holding key support! 💪

Analysts eye potential 100% recovery to $1.20-$1.30.

Long-term bullish case for $10 by 2029!

#Cardano #ADA #Crypto #Bullish pic.twitter.com/tUeVXJaRlM

— Token Talk (@TokenTalk3x) April 29, 2025

Technical indicators are also supportive of shorter-term optimism. The golden cross pattern has traders looking for the $1 level, with around $20 million of ADA having just transferred off exchanges recently – widely regarded as a bullish sign.

ADA market cap currently at $24 billion. Chart: TradingView.com

Strategic Partnerships Fuel Ecosystem Growth

Cardano is making efforts to expand its ecosystem with strategic alliances, such as an upcoming integration with XRP for its Lace Wallet. As reported, the alliance is intended to establish mutual gains for both blockchain networks.

The alliance will look to improve price performance for both tokens as well as increase the real-world uses of their respective ecosystems. The move is consistent with Cardano’s overall effort to drive up adoption and use on its platform.

For Cardano enthusiasts, the convergence of top developer metrics, strategic collaborations, and upward price indicators portends that the project might be finally shaking off its “ghost chain” stigma.

Featured image from Techbuild Africa, chart from TradingView

Christian Encila

They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that's not just a metaphor, it's a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn.

Christian's journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved the way for a successful stint as an editor at a data engineering firm, where his first-month essay win funded a months-long supply of doggie and kitty treats – a testament to his dedication to his furry companions (more on that later).

Christian then roamed the world of journalism, working at newspapers in Canada and even South Korea. He finally settled down at a local news giant in his hometown in the Philippines for a decade, becoming a total news junkie. But then, something new caught his eye: cryptocurrency. It was like a treasure hunt mixed with storytelling - right up his alley!

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