Emily Walker
There is increasing speculation about a new voting system in the U.S. that may incorporate blockchain technology, with Cardano (ADA) and Hedera (HBAR) leading the conversation.
Is an ‘eVote’ Platform on the Horizon?
As stated by Shawn, affiliated with the World Economic Forum (WEF) and the UN, President Trump and the forthcoming Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are examining a potential “federal blockchain-based” voting and identity verification framework.
This disclosure came via the social media platform X (previously Twitter), with Shawn suggesting that the initiative could involve partners like X, Cardano, Hyperledger, and Hedera.
The legislation could mandate that every state adopt the proposed “eVote” platform, purportedly aimed at enhancing election integrity across the nation.
Shawn claims that insiders indicate President-elect Trump is particularly invested in this initiative to address concerns about voter fraud, especially in light of potential issues during the 2028 election.
Additionally, Shawn highlighted that Hedera has gained recognition from both the State Department and the White House for its efforts to promote democratic values, which might explain its rumored involvement.
Cardano Founder in Discussions With Trump?
Further inflating the speculation, another user pointed out that Cardano has been engaged with Wyoming’s voting systems over the past few years, showcasing significant progress in this domain.
This user also mentioned Cardano’s creation of a decentralized identity system, which is currently applied to student IDs in regions like East Africa, suggesting that this expertise could be beneficial for future voting initiatives.
Moreover, it has been suggested that Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, is currently in discussions with the Trump administration concerning these developments.
Jake Hoffman, a Republican leader and chair of the National Young Republicans, expressed his endorsement of the concept, stating, “This is the way to save elections. I advocated for an ‘Election Blockchain Task Force’ in 2021 to explore the same idea, but it was excluded from state election integrity reforms.”
Despite the rising interest, it is essential to note that neither Cardano nor Hedera’s founders have made any official comments regarding their role in this potential voting system.
Moreover, Shawn has not provided reliable sources to back his statements, and there have been no official announcements from the President-elect’s administration.
Currently, Cardano’s ADA token is priced at $0.596, reflecting a notable 77% increase over the past two weeks, outperforming many top cryptocurrencies in the market.
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