In a recent YouTube video, Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, has addressed his role in Cardano’s NFT (Non-Fungible Token) projects, clarifying his position and approach to participating in the ecosystem.
Hoskinson, speaking from Colorado, emphasized that while he displays artwork from the Apes Society in his office, it was a gift and he has neither received payment nor endorsed the project. He made it clear that he maintains a personal policy of not holding any NFTs from projects within the Cardano ecosystem, and he does not seek or accept endorsements from them.
The rationale behind this decision, as explained by Hoskinson, is to maintain a neutral stance that avoids the perception of favoritism toward any particular NFT project within Cardano’s ecosystem. He highlighted that he never discloses an address to receive NFTs, despite receiving multiple offers. By doing so, he aims to prevent the appearance of endorsing any specific project.
Hoskinson acknowledged the presence of tribalism and strong community ties within the Cardano NFT ecosystem. He called for collaboration among these groups, urging them to discuss their needs as NFT companies. While he enjoys engaging with various NFT creators and communities, especially at Cardano-focused conferences, he emphasized that he does not have direct involvement in the day-to-day decisions of any specific NFT project.
His statements are likely to quell speculation surrounding his influence on Cardano’s NFT projects and reinforce the concept of decentralization within the ecosystem. Hoskinson’s stance aligns with the ethos of maintaining a balanced and impartial role to ensure the diverse growth of the Cardano NFT space.
