Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson recently clarified that interoperability was indeed a crucial aspect of the platform's initial plan, achieved through partnerships with various chains, with Midnight being the first of many. During an event in Brazil, Hoskinson emphasized the significance of identity, privacy, and interoperability in next-generation blockchains, citing the Midnight Network as a prime example of a blockchain poised to drive mainstream adoption.

Hoskinson's comments underscore the importance of interoperability in Cardano's vision, enabling seamless interactions between different blockchain networks. This feature is expected to play a vital role in the widespread adoption of blockchain technology.

In a significant development, Cardano Node 9.1.0 has been released, marking a major milestone toward the Chang hard fork. This release includes all necessary features for the upcoming hard fork, which will bring on-chain decision-making to Cardano. The node release also includes several bug fixes and enhancements to the CLI and API, such as a 'query treasury' command and changes to ensure compatibility with CIP69 and CIP119.

The release of Cardano Node 9.1.0 demonstrates the platform's commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. The Chang hard fork is expected to be a significant upgrade, enabling more efficient and decentralized decision-making on the Cardano network.

As Cardano continues to evolve, its focus on interoperability, identity, and privacy is likely to shape the future of blockchain technology. With the release of Cardano Node 9.1.0 and the upcoming Chang hard fork, the platform is poised to make significant strides in achieving its vision of a more inclusive and decentralized blockchain ecosystem.