Hoskinson Demands Apology from Cardano Operator Over Midnight Launch

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Midnight mainnet launched (reported Apr 4, 2026) as a privacy-focused Cardano partner chain backed by $200 million, using zero-knowledge proofs to enable shielded transactions — relevant for crypto privacy, DeFi adoption and security. Launch provoked internal tension (Cardano founder Hoskinson demanded an apology from the operator), highlighting governance and partnership risks that could dent token sentiment and ecosystem cohesion despite strong fundraising and a token-launch narrative.
Tensions are rising within the Cardano ecosystem following the mainnet launch of Midnight, a privacy-focused partner chain backed by $200 million. Midnight enters the market with features such as zero-knowledge proofs, which enable shielded transactions.
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