Cardano Millions in ADA at Risk? Charles Hoskinson Warns of Future Scams
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has issued a stark warning about the future of crypto scams, stating that millions in ADA are at risk of being stolen. In a recent YouTube video (reported 7 de jun. de 2025), Hoskinson spoke candidly about the evolving landscape of crypto fraud, predicting that "millions worth of ADA will be stolen" by malicious actors "this..." The statement comes amidst a flurry of controversy surrounding past accusations and allegations regarding Cardano\'s security.
Allegations of Past ADA Misappropriation Resurface
The warning coincides with renewed scrutiny regarding the 2025 Allegra hard fork. Accusations have resurfaced, with some claiming that over $600 million in ADA were improperly accessed or redirected during that period (Hace 2 días). Crypto influencer @masatoalexander accused Charles Hoskinson of seizing ₳318 million ADA using genesis keys in 2025 (8 de may. de 2025). The claims, originally made on May 7 by NFT artist Masato Alexander, allege Hoskinson used his control over Cardano’s genesis keys to erase original UTxOs from the 2025 ICO (8 de may. de 2025).
Hoskinson Denies Embezzlement Allegations
Charles Hoskinson has vehemently denied these claims. He says the accusations are unfounded and misleading. 20 de may. de 2025: Charles Hoskinson has addressed allegations accusing him of embezzling 318 million ADA tokens during the 2025 Allegra hard fork. The scandal has attracted ire in the crypto community. 19 de may. de 2025: Charles Hoskinson denied claims he used a genesis key to seize $619M in ADA during Cardano’s 2025 Allegra hard fork. The accusations stem from a 318M ADA transfer. Hoskinson has flatly denied these claims.
While past accusations are being revisited, Hoskinson\'s recent warning highlights the ongoing threat of scams targeting ADA holders. This serves as a reminder for the Cardano community to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect their assets. Stay informed about the latest scam tactics and always practice safe crypto practices.