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Cardano Foundation CEO makes promising predictions about the future of ADA
Cardano Foundation CEO Frederik Gregaard spoke today during a Spaces event dedicated to the Cardano blockchain ecosystem.
The broadcast focused on current Cardano developments, interoperability (IBC), real-world integrations, and future plans for the ecosystem.
One of the key highlights of the discussion was Gregaard’s update on the recent work of the Cardano Foundation. Emphasizing alignment with Input Output Global (IOG), Gregaard stated:
“We are taking Pentad to a completely new level. Many teams with different roles, visions, and capabilities are collaborating closely. There is full alignment between IOG and the Cardano Foundation regarding the pace of distributing 70 million $ADA.”
IBC integration into the Cardano ecosystem
Gregaard also discussed the integration of the Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) protocol into the Cardano ecosystem.
He noted that during Builder Fest 2026, a dedicated IBC hackathon is planned, along with presentations and hands-on workshops that he and Julius will organize.
Paying with ADA in Swiss SPAR supermarkets
The discussion also covered the possibility of paying with $ADA in Swiss SPAR supermarkets.
One participant asked:
“What fees are charged when paying with $ADA in Swiss supermarkets? Are there any at all?”
Gregaard responded that $ADA payments have already been enabled in 137 stores, in partnership with Open Crypto Pay and Swiss fintech company Utrust.
According to him, users benefit from real-time blockchain settlement and low transaction fees, making the payment process smooth and efficient.
ADA outlook for 2026
The discussion also addressed the market position of Cardano’s native token, $ADA.
Gregaard stated that Cardano has strong fundamentals and outlined a positive outlook for 2026:
“With the Plomin upgrade, the launch of the Midnight mainnet, and the potential introduction of spot $ADA ETFs, the ecosystem will continue to grow.”
He also noted that Bloomberg estimates the probability of an ADA ETF approval at around 70%.
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