ADA Loses Momentum as RTX Gains Traction in DeFi Payments Sector

ADA holders are facing a growing sense of uncertainty as the token continues to lose traction in the crypto market. With ADA currently trading at $0.9063, the 24-hour trading volume has fallen over 68% to $1.04 billion, casting doubt on its long-term position as a leading investment asset [1]. The declining interest is further highlighted by the growing attention being directed toward alternative projects offering more tangible utility and real-world adoption. Among these, Remittix (RTX) has emerged as a strong contender, with a presale that has already raised over $21.2 million and 618 million tokens sold [1].

Remittix, a cross-chain DeFi project, has recently secured its first centralized exchange (CEX) listing on BitMart, a move that has enhanced its liquidity and visibility for early-stage investors [1]. The project is also preparing for the Q3 2025 release of its beta wallet—a mobile-first platform designed to enable direct cryptocurrency transfers to bank accounts across 30+ countries. This wallet supports over 40 cryptocurrencies and 30 fiat currencies, offering low gas fees and real-time foreign exchange (FX) conversion. These features position RTX as a potential disruptor in the cross-border payments sector, a market valued at $19 trillion [1].

The broader trend in the crypto market reflects a shift from speculative investments to projects with clear, operational infrastructure. While Cardano has long been a familiar name in the space, newer altcoins like Remittix are now capturing investor attention with their focus on solving real-world problems [1]. Analysts speculate that this shift may lead to a heavy price drop for ADA by 2026, particularly if the trend of moving capital toward utility-driven projects continues [1].

According to one analyst's forecast, ADA is expected to grow at an annual rate of 5%, reaching $0.9870 by 2026 [2]. However, this projection assumes a stable market environment and does not account for the potential acceleration of capital reallocation toward emerging altcoins with stronger use cases [1].

The growing momentum around RTX is also evident in its community-driven initiatives, such as a $250,000 giveaway aimed at expanding its user base and fostering engagement. With a clear roadmap and a deflationary token model, Remittix is being positioned as one of the most promising crypto projects of 2025, particularly in the DeFi and payments sectors [1].

As the crypto market continues to evolve, the ability of established projects like Cardano to maintain relevance will depend on their capacity to innovate and address pressing challenges in adoption and utility—areas where newer altcoins are increasingly excelling [1].

Source: [1] Cardano Price Will Heavily Drop In 2026 As Investors Rush To Back This New Altcoin (https://coindoo.com/cardano-price-will-heavily-drop-in-2026-as-investors-rush-to-back-this-new-altcoin/)

[2] Cardano (ADA) Price Prediction (https://www.bitget.com/price/cardano/price-prediction)