Input Output Global (IOG), the company behind Cardano, announced its membership in Blockchain for Europe, aiming to influence EU blockchain policy.
Membership of Cardano IOG in Blockchain for Europe
On August 21, 2025, Input Output Global (IOG) announced its membership in Blockchain for Europe during the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium. Blockchain for Europe is a trade association that brings together blockchain companies and regulators in the European Union. The group is focused on policies related to digital currencies, payments, and decentralized finance. IOG will now engage directly with other leading firms such as Coinbase, Chainalysis, and Kraken to present technical and policy perspectives to regulators.
Focus on Standardization and Interoperability
A key point emphasized by IOG was that blockchains should not exist in isolation. Progress depends on systems that can work across platforms. IOG highlighted that common standards would increase trust in blockchain networks and support the growth of decentralized finance by making it safer and more accessible. This focus on interoperability reflects Cardano’s long-term strategic goals.
ADA Market Performance Among Top Weekly Assets
The announcement came at a relatively strong week for Cardano. On August 20, 2025, ADA ranked third in seven-day performance among the top 100 cryptocurrencies, trading around $0.9215 with a trading volume of $2.31 billion and a market cap above $33 billion. Analysts noted ADA would need to break above $0.940 to regain momentum, potentially retesting the $1.00 mark.
IOG's membership in Blockchain for Europe underscores Cardano's active efforts in policy formation, which may influence the market dynamics of ADA.
