Uploaded February 2025 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago

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Cardano is entering a new era! Decentralized governance, Layer 2 scaling, and even Bitcoin integration—this talk by Phil Lewis (Intersect) at #AusCryptoCon covers it all.

Topics Covered:
✅ How Cardano’s proof-of-stake model works
✅ The power of UTXO & Extended UTXO for smart contracts
✅ Decentralized governance & the role of Intersect
✅ Cardano’s Layer 2 solutions: Hydra, Midgard & ZK rollups
✅ Bitcoin & Cardano integration – Why it’s a game-changer
✅ How Cardano is used by NASA, Dubai Police & Ethiopia's Ministry of Education
✅ The $1B on-chain treasury funding Cardano's future

What is Intersect?
Intersect is Cardano’s new governance hub, managing proposals, funding, and community-driven upgrades.