Cardano smart contracts skyrocket by almost 10,000 in 2024

The Cardano (ADA) network continues to experience growth in the deployment of smart contracts on its blockchain, a significant factor driving the platform towards its goal of competing with established entities like Ethereum (ETH).

As of January 24, the cumulative number of V1 and V2 Plutus smart contracts on Cardano reached 24,050. This figure reflects a 9,671 or 67% growth from January 1, 2024, with a count of 14,379, according to data retrieved from Cardano Blockchain Insights.

Number of ADA smart contracts as of Jan 22. Source: Cardano Blockchain Insights

Notably, the growth in smart contracts builds upon the 2023 expansion, where the platform added almost 10,000 contracts in alignment with increased development activity.

Cardano weekly development report. Source: IOHK

At the same time, since the start of 2024, Cardano has witnessed several releases, including Marlowe and the first Hydra release of the year, along with an upgrade to the Lace wallet.

Cardano price analysis

Despite the increased network development activity, the price of ADA is significantly tied to the general market trajectory. By press time, ADA was valued at $0.47, showing daily gains of about 0.6%, while on the weekly chart, the token is down by 10%.

ADA seven-day price chart. Source: Finbold

Based on the current trading pattern, ADA is facing support at the $0.45 level, while $0.50 remains the key resistance zone.