Cardano ADA Targets $2.50 as Institutional Interest Rises

ADA, the native token of the Cardano (ADA) blockchain, is currently trading at $0.78 and has formed a bullish cup-and-handle pattern, with analysts forecasting a potential breakout to $0.92, and long-term price targets reaching as high as $2.50 by late 2025 [1]. This optimism stems from institutional capital increasingly allocating to Layer-1 platforms like Cardano, particularly amid a $4 trillion crypto market cap [1]. Technical indicators and historical patterns support these projections, with analysts such as Crypto Smith noting that a breakout above $0.95 resistance could trigger a rally to $1.59 and eventually $2.50 [1]. On-chain data also shows significant accumulation above key support levels, suggesting strong short- to medium-term momentum.

Cardano’s fundamentals further reinforce this bullish case, as recent Hydra scaling tests have demonstrated throughput in excess of one million transactions per second, positioning Cardano as a competitive player in the Layer-1 space [1]. Additionally, founder Charles Hoskinson has hinted at potential integration with Bitcoin’s DeFi yield layer, which could open new avenues for ADA adoption and drive long-term price appreciation beyond the $2.50 level [1].

While ADA remains a focal point of bullish price predictions, attention is also growing around emerging payment-focused projects like Remittix (RTX). RTX is being positioned as a real-world utility-driven DeFi token that bridges cryptocurrency with traditional banking infrastructure, allowing users to send crypto directly to bank accounts in over 30 countries with fees up to 90% lower than traditional remittance services [1]. This cross-chain platform supports Ethereum and Solana, with Cardano integration expected in the near future, and is designed to serve both crypto-native users and newcomers to the space [1].

Analysts highlight that RTX’s token burn mechanisms and practical use cases could fuel exponential growth, with heavy whale accumulation observed at sub-$0.12 levels before its wallet launch [1]. If this accumulation continues, it could act as a catalyst for a 60x re-pricing, pushing the token to $5. RTX’s fundraising is nearing its $18 million soft cap, and growing interest from institutional investors suggests that the token is gaining traction as a high-growth opportunity in 2025 [1].

While ADA’s price projections hinge on technical and macroeconomic factors, RTX’s potential is driven by its utility in solving real-world problems—particularly in the cross-border payments sector. Both projects reflect the evolving nature of the crypto market, where Layer-1 scalability and real-world DeFi applications are increasingly shaping investor sentiment [1].

Source: [1] [Cardano Price Prediction: Cardano (ADA) Set for $2.50, but Remiitix (RTX) Could Jump from $0.08 to $5 at Listing](https://blockonomi.com/cardano-price-prediction-cardano-ada-set-for-2-50-but-remiitix-rtx-could-jump-from-0-08-to-5-at-listing/)