Cardano, currently trading like a deflated balloon despite its valiant efforts to “hype”, has decided to partner with Wirex for a global crypto card. Just in time for its summit in Germany, where attendees will likely be handed a card and a pamphlet titled “How to Spend Your ADA Before It Vanishes”.
Wirex, in a move that could either be genius or a Hail Mary, will issue the Cardano Card to millions. This marvel of modern finance allows users to spend ADA and 685 other cryptos via Visa-because nothing says “trust us” like combining blockchain with the same payment rails that charge $5 to send $20.
- EMURGO, the Cardano cheerleader squad, has partnered with Wirex to launch the first-ever Cardano Card. A triumph of innovation or a desperate bid for relevance? Only time will tell.
- The Cardano Card lets you spend ADA and 685 cryptos globally. Because who needs cash when you can pay for your coffee with a digital asset that’s lost 32% of its value this year? 🤷
According to a saccharine press release dated Nov. 11, EMURGO (Cardano’s founding entity) has partnered with Wirex to issue the first Cardano Card. This announcement coincided with the Cardano Summit 2025, scheduled to dazzle attendees in Berlin’s Gasometer Schöneberg from Nov. 12-13. Expect a grand unveiling of physical and virtual cards, because nothing says “future of finance” like a plastic rectangle.
Wirex, a platform with 6 million users across 130 countries, will integrate the card into its app. Because nothing unites humanity like a shared obsession with crypto. 🌍💸
“We’re thrilled to see Cardano launch their first ever card offering through the Wirex ecosystem,” said Wirex co-founder Georgy Sokolov. “This marks not only a major milestone… but also a testament to their commitment to driving real-world adoption under their brand.” One suspects the real-world adoption involves fewer people than hoped. 🤔
Cardano Card Bridges TradFi With Onchain Finance (Or a Bridge Too Far?)
The Cardano Card, as per the statement, is a “multi-chain spending tool” for 685 cryptos and stablecoins. Visa accepts it, which is both a blessing and a warning sign. 🚨
Users can now access yield-generating accounts, loans against their crypto, and structured trading products. Because why not turn your life savings into a game show where the prize is less money? 🎰
EMURGO CEO Phillip Pon called the partnership a “strategic leap” for Cardano’s commercial presence. He emphasized it’s “more than just a crypto card launch,” which is generous considering it’s literally a crypto card launch. 🤷 The card is described as “mobile-ready, fintech-friendly, and uniquely built for onchain finance.” One imagines it’s also uniquely built to confuse. 🤯
Wirex, which has processed $20 billion in crypto transactions, brings “considerable heft” to the project. Presumably, this refers to the weight of the cards they’ll soon be mailing out. 📦
The Cardano Card’s journey began in July with early adopter registration. EMURGO promised a “smarter way to spend crypto,” featuring ADA-back rewards and staking. One wonders if the rewards include a lifetime supply of confidence. 🤞
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