Cardano Holds Ground Despite Whale Sell-Off and Geopolitical Tensions

Cardano (ADA) traded at $0.6229 on June 14, marking a 1.71% drop in the past 24 hours. The price briefly touched a low of $0.6176 before stabilizing, despite intensified selling pressure from whales. On-chain data reveals that large holders offloaded over 270 million ADA — worth approximately $170 million — contributing to bearish sentiment during a week of heightened global uncertainty.

Despite the sell-off, Cardano received a boost from a key development: the Cardano Foundation introduced Originate, a blockchain-based solution targeting enterprise adoption. The platform enables businesses to verify product origin and authenticity, aiming to combat counterfeiting and streamline regulatory compliance. By storing key product data on-chain, Originate allows instant verification for both consumers and regulators, positioning Cardano as a utility-driven blockchain player.

The Foundation emphasized Originate’s value in sectors where transparency and trust are vital. This move may strengthen Cardano’s standing among enterprise users seeking real-world blockchain applications beyond DeFi and staking. The announcement follows ADA’s inclusion in the Nasdaq Crypto Index, aligning it with other institutional-grade assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Technically, ADA ranged between $0.6176 and $0.6428, closing just above $0.622. The price broke below support at $0.636 and continues to face resistance at $0.642–$0.645. Heavy trading volume emerged after 18:00 GMT as ADA dipped under $0.62, prompting a quick sell-off followed by a short consolidation. A bearish trend persists, with lower highs and rejection near $0.635, suggesting cautious near-term sentiment. However, continued enterprise adoption and institutional recognition could help ADA find stronger footing in the long run.