ADA was up over 30% within a 24 hour period, outpacing Bitcoin and other major tokens, as Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson announced plans to help shape U.S. crypto policy under the incoming Trump administration. ADA reached over 58 cents (its highest since April) extending its seven-day gains to 77% as trading volumes soared from $300 million to $3.3 billion. In a podcast, Hoskinson outlined his commitment to working with lawmakers in Washington, with Input Output, Cardano’s development arm, planning a local office to contribute to crypto policy formation under the new administration.