ADAADACardano$0.161300-0.06%
24h High$0.17
24h Low$0.16
Volume$11.1M
Updated18:08 UTC
Modelv6.2 Pythia
Paper Trades / ADA / ADA — September 2025 (v4.2 Theros)
LEGACY · v4.2 Theros

ADA Cardano Paper Trade

We ran simulated live trades using the AlgoZilla Omniscius v4.2 Theros model for ADA - Cardano. The results below give you an overview of the most important Key Performance Indicators, Equity Curve and the Trade Log as simulated by our Pythia model. The returns have been accumulated over the September 2025 period. The simulated paper trades of the model show that an initial investment at the start of the period with 13 trades would have compounded to a final value of $12,351 (from a $10,000 base). All results are net of trading fees based on Bitvavo rates (0.15% entry + 0.25% exit). The model uses a 15‑minute delay on the signal on both entries and exits to simulate possible slippage when executing orders.

v4.2 Theros 13 Trades Completed
Walk-forward validated Net of fees (0.15% / 0.25%)

Cardano (ADA) is a proof-of-stake blockchain founded by Ethereum co-founder Charles Hoskinson. Distinguished by its academic approach and peer-reviewed research, Cardano emphasizes formal verification and methodical development. While its slower development pace has drawn criticism, it has built a loyal community and growing DeFi ecosystem. ADA tends to move with the broader altcoin market but with its own distinct momentum patterns during major updates.

ADA — September 2025 (v4.2 Theros) Performancev4.2 Theros

Cardano (ADA) — clean monthly entry, no carry-over from previous months. Net of trading fees (Bitvavo 0.15% + 0.25%).

Sharpe
10.28
Alpha vs B&H
+25.59pp
Risk / Reward
21.86×
B&H Return
-2.08%
Max Drawdown
-1.08%
Avg Drawdown
-2.44%
Sharpe Trend
-14.10
Model
v4.2 Theros
Full Backtest

Day-by-day — ADA — September 2025 (v4.2 Theros) — compounded daily PnL within this period

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
+4.4
10
11
+2.9
12
+2.9
13
+5.0
14
15
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17
18
+7.7
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20
+0.2
21
-0.2
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+0.2
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+0.7
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27
+0.8
28
29
+2.2
30
-1.1

Price & trade markersv4.2 Theros

1H candles for ADA over the test window with every entry (▲ green up-arrow) and exit (▼ green = profitable, ▼ red = loss). Hover a marker for trade details.

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Trade statisticsv4.2 Theros

Aggregates derived from the full 13-trade log of this period.

Avg Win
+2.77%
Avg Loss
-0.68%
Best Trade
+7.67%
Worst Trade
-1.08%
Avg Bars Held
21.7h
Exit-reason mix (hover badges for details)
Signal flip: 8 (62%) Forward-pred: 4 (31%) Trailing stop: 1 (8%)
Smart Insights
  • Solid return: +23.5%, comfortably above passive hold for most months.
  • Healthy win rate: 76.9%.
  • Tight risk control: max drawdown only -1.1%.
  • Strongest regime: SIDEWAYS — avg +1.98% on 13 trades, WR 77%.

Per-regime Breakdownv4.2 Theros

How the model performs across the 4 market regimes detected by Omniscius.

Regime Trades Win Rate Avg PnL Compounded Return Avg Hold
SIDEWAYS 13 76.9% +1.98% +28.50% 22h

Trade Logv4.2 Theros

All 13 trades executed during this paper trade period.

EntryExitEntry PriceExit PricePnLRegimeDuration
07 Sep 2025 02:00 09 Sep 2025 01:00 $0.83 $0.87 +4.38% SIDEWAYS 2d
09 Sep 2025 16:00 11 Sep 2025 01:00 $0.86 $0.89 +2.89% SIDEWAYS 1.4d
11 Sep 2025 15:00 12 Sep 2025 05:00 $0.88 $0.91 +2.94% SIDEWAYS 15h
12 Sep 2025 18:00 13 Sep 2025 09:00 $0.90 $0.95 +4.96% SIDEWAYS 16h
15 Sep 2025 09:00 18 Sep 2025 17:00 $0.86 $0.93 +7.67% SIDEWAYS 3.4d
20 Sep 2025 02:00 20 Sep 2025 06:00 $0.90 $0.90 +0.25% SIDEWAYS 5h
21 Sep 2025 17:00 21 Sep 2025 19:00 $0.89 $0.89 -0.22% SIDEWAYS 3h
22 Sep 2025 08:00 22 Sep 2025 10:00 $0.82 $0.83 +0.19% SIDEWAYS 3h
24 Sep 2025 04:00 24 Sep 2025 07:00 $0.81 $0.81 +0.69% SIDEWAYS 4h
25 Sep 2025 18:00 27 Sep 2025 00:00 $0.78 $0.79 +1.54% SIDEWAYS 1.3d
27 Sep 2025 13:00 27 Sep 2025 16:00 $0.79 $0.78 -0.74% SIDEWAYS 4h
28 Sep 2025 05:00 29 Sep 2025 10:00 $0.77 $0.80 +2.23% SIDEWAYS 1.3d
29 Sep 2025 23:00 30 Sep 2025 06:00 $0.81 $0.80 -1.08% SIDEWAYS 8h

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a paper trade?

A paper trade simulates real signal execution without real money. Each period starts fresh with a clean $10,000 allocation — no carry-over from previous windows. This shows exactly what would have happened if you started following signals on day one of that window. View live ADA signals →

Are trading fees included?

Yes. All results are net of trading fees based on Bitvavo rates (0.15% entry + 0.25% exit). No slippage is applied. Trading via Bitget (0.1%/0.1%) would improve returns.

How does this relate to the backtest?

Paper trades use the same model and signals as the full backtest. The difference: backtests cover years of data across multiple market cycles, while paper trades show month-by-month performance in recent market conditions. Together they provide a complete picture.

Is the model retrained during the month?

Yes. The Omniscius model is retrained bi-weekly, which means paper trade results reflect the exact same model updates that live subscribers receive. This is not a static backtest — it is a living simulation. Learn about Omniscius →

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76.9% Win Rate +23.5% Return -1.1% Max Drawdown Net of Fees