**Cardano Leads in Developer Engagement**
Despite criticisms for alleged abandonment, Cardano remains a top blockchain protocol in terms of GitHub activity.
**Developer Commitment Reflects Leading Position**
Cardano surpasses Ethereum and other major Layer-1 blockchains in GitHub commits, indicating strong developer engagement.
**Potential for dApp Launches and Protocol Improvements**
High commit count on GitHub suggests potential for decentralized application launches and protocol improvements.
**Price Remains Below $1 Despite Strong Developer Engagement**
Cardano’s price has stayed below $1 since April 2022, with nearly 18% in weekly losses.
**Developer Engagement vs. Price**
Developer commitment does not always directly influence price, but it shows dedication to building and securing the ecosystem.
**Refuting Abandonment Rumors**
Cardano co-founder Charles Hoskinson refutes rumors of Hydra project abandonment, confirming ongoing development.
**Increase in DeFi Total Value Locked**
Cardano sees an increase in total value locked in DeFi, reaching $520 million on March 14th before dropping to $385 million on March 20th.
