Cardano Excluded from U.S. Blockchain Data Program, per Report

HKAN | Sep 3

 

According to recent reports, Cardano (ADA) has been excluded from the new U.S. Blockchain Data Program, raising questions about regulatory priorities and the role of major blockchains in government-backed initiatives.

The program, launched earlier this year, is designed to collect, analyze, and publish blockchain-related data to improve transparency and support policy-making. While Bitcoin, Ethereum, and several stablecoin networks are included, Cardano’s absence has surprised many in the crypto community.

Industry experts argue that excluding Cardano — one of the largest proof-of-stake blockchains — could limit the program’s scope and distort the representation of blockchain ecosystems in the U.S. government’s reports. Supporters of Cardano say the project’s strong focus on scalability, sustainability, and decentralized governance makes it a critical network to monitor.

Analysts believe the exclusion may reflect either regulatory caution or limited integration of Cardano within U.S.-based institutional frameworks. However, the move could also spark further debate over how governments choose which blockchains to recognize in their official programs.

As adoption of blockchain technology grows worldwide, Cardano’s exclusion highlights the challenges of balancing innovation, regulation, and public trust in the rapidly evolving crypto sector.