Why Cardano’s Integration With NEAR Could Be a Game-Changer for ADA Holders

Sean Williams
Cardano

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  • Cardano is now integrated into NEAR Intents, enabling cross-chain swaps.
  • ADA holders can swap with Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and 20+ other chains.
  • Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson supports the integration, calling it the future of crypto.

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NEAR Protocol confirmed on September 30 that Cardano (ADA) is now live on its Intents system, marking a major expansion for the popular cross-chain framework. This integration allows ADA holders to execute token swaps across multiple blockchains efficiently, opening new possibilities for multi-chain transactions.

What NEAR Intents Brings to Cardano Users

NEAR Intents is a structured protocol that enables users to achieve their desired cross-chain outcomes through a network of competitive “solvers.” With this integration, Cardano joins over 20 other chains and 100 assets already supported, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, USDT, and Solana.

For ADA holders, this means seamless bridging and swapping between Cardano and these established networks. Users can now move their ADA into broader markets without relying on centralized exchanges, increasing flexibility and accessibility within the ecosystem.

Early Signs and Community Excitement

The collaboration was hinted at back in July when NEAR community member Vini Barbosa discovered the ADA smart contract cardano.omft.near being tested on the PikesPeak platform. Yesterday’s official confirmation now makes the partnership public and operational.

Both NEAR and Cardano communities responded enthusiastically to the news. Social media posts highlighted optimism over the potential for increased liquidity and stronger interoperability between the two ecosystems.

Cardano Founder Welcomes the Partnership

Charles Hoskinson, Cardano’s founder, also voiced support for the integration on X. He praised NEAR’s team and called Intents “the future of crypto,” signaling his belief in cross-chain solutions as a key driver of blockchain growth.

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Hoskinson’s endorsement adds weight to the development, particularly as he continues to back Cardano’s expansion despite criticism from some community factions. The move follows his recent support for the Cardano sidechain Midnight’s collaboration with Google Cloud.

The addition of Cardano to NEAR Intents strengthens both networks. ADA holders gain more trading options, NEAR expands its cross-chain ecosystem, and the broader crypto space benefits from increased interoperability. This development positions both projects to capture growing interest in seamless, multi-chain token transactions.

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