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 — April 2026 (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 April 2026 period. The simulated paper trades of the model show that an initial investment at the start of the period with 15 trades would have compounded to a final value of $12,689 (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 • 15 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.

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ADA — April 2026 (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%).

Monthly Return
+26.9%
$10,000 →
$12,689
Win Rate
73.3%
11W / 4L
Trades
15
Sharpe
10.16
Alpha vs B&H
+27.65pp
Risk / Reward
11.77×
B&H Return
-0.77%
Max Drawdown
-2.28%
Avg Drawdown
-2.06%
Sharpe Trend
-1.86
Model
v4.2 Theros
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Day-by-day — ADA — April 2026 (v4.2 Theros) — compounded daily PnL within this period

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
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+5.5
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-2.3
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+2.3
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+1.2
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+2.1
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+3.5
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+5.0
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+3.3
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+1.3
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0.0
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+1.8
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-0.2
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-0.4
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+0.7
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+0.1
30
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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 15-trade log of this period.

Avg Win
+2.43%
Avg Loss
-0.73%
Best Trade
+5.49%
Worst Trade
-2.28%
Avg Bars Held
15.9h
Exit-reason mix (hover badges for details)
Signal flip: 7 (47%) Forward-pred: 6 (40%) Stop-loss: 1 (7%) Trailing stop: 1 (7%)
Smart Insights
  • ↑ Solid return: +26.9%, comfortably above passive hold for most months.
  • ↑ Healthy win rate: 73.3%.
  • ↑ Tight risk control: max drawdown only -2.3%.
  • ↑ Strongest regime: BEAR — avg +2.05% on 6 trades, WR 83%.

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
BEAR 6 83.3% +2.05% +12.77% 16h
SIDEWAYS 9 66.7% +1.28% +12.03% 16h

Trade Logv4.2 Theros

All 15 trades executed during this paper trade period.

EntryExitEntry PriceExit PricePnLRegimeDuration
05 Apr 2026 06:00 06 Apr 2026 09:00 $0.24 $0.26 +5.49% BEAR 1.2d
07 Apr 2026 00:00 07 Apr 2026 14:00 $0.25 $0.24 -2.28% BEAR 15h
09 Apr 2026 01:00 09 Apr 2026 17:00 $0.25 $0.26 +2.31% BEAR 17h
10 Apr 2026 15:00 10 Apr 2026 19:00 $0.25 $0.26 +1.20% BEAR 5h
11 Apr 2026 15:00 11 Apr 2026 19:00 $0.25 $0.25 +2.08% BEAR 5h
12 Apr 2026 20:00 13 Apr 2026 23:00 $0.24 $0.25 +3.50% BEAR 1.2d
14 Apr 2026 21:00 17 Apr 2026 04:00 $0.24 $0.25 +5.01% BEAR 2.3d
19 Apr 2026 22:00 21 Apr 2026 10:00 $0.24 $0.25 +3.25% SIDEWAYS 1.5d
21 Apr 2026 23:00 22 Apr 2026 04:00 $0.25 $0.25 +1.34% SIDEWAYS 6h
23 Apr 2026 03:00 23 Apr 2026 05:00 $0.25 $0.25 -0.05% SIDEWAYS 3h
23 Apr 2026 18:00 24 Apr 2026 01:00 $0.25 $0.25 +1.78% SIDEWAYS 8h
25 Apr 2026 18:00 25 Apr 2026 21:00 $0.25 $0.25 -0.21% SIDEWAYS 4h
26 Apr 2026 10:00 26 Apr 2026 18:00 $0.25 $0.25 -0.37% SIDEWAYS 9h
27 Apr 2026 17:00 28 Apr 2026 00:00 $0.25 $0.25 +0.73% SIDEWAYS 8h
28 Apr 2026 16:00 29 Apr 2026 01:00 $0.25 $0.25 +0.08% SIDEWAYS 10h

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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73.3% Win Rate +26.9% Return -2.3% Max Drawdown Net of Fees