According to U.Today, the Cardano community has recently been in a stir due to the discovery that Intersect, a significant entity in the ecosystem, does not currently accept ADA, the blockchain's native cryptocurrency. This has raised concerns about the potential for widespread cryptocurrency adoption if internal organizations are not fully supportive. Intersect, which is dedicated to Cardano's continuity and future development, including community-led governance and open-source development, had initially restricted payment options to fiat currencies. This decision led to confusion and frustration among Cardano supporters, who questioned the commitment to integrating ADA within its ecosystem.
The situation drew the attention of Charles Hoskinson, the creator of Cardano and a member of Intersect. Hoskinson expressed his surprise and concern about the issue, leading him to demand an immediate explanation from the board. In response to the backlash, Intersect promptly announced that it is working on enabling ADA payments and will be available in future releases. They updated their website to reflect this commitment, assuring members that the implementation process is already in progress and updates will be provided through the roadmap.
The debate within the community has also sparked discussions on potential regulatory and technical challenges. Some members suggested that regulatory classifications of cryptocurrencies as property should not obstruct ADA payments, while others speculated about missed opportunities to use existing payment mechanisms. The question remains whether this is a sign of underlying regulatory hurdles that could impede popular cryptocurrency adoption.