Will 2026 become a watershed year for the encryption industry? More and more signs indicate that the answer may be affirmative.

According to the latest assessments from important institutions in the industry, next year will mark a pivotal shift—substantial institutional capital is poised to enter this field. There are two unstoppable forces behind this: first, the global demand for alternative asset reserves is rising sharply, and second, regulatory frameworks in various countries are gradually maturing. In other words, the integration of traditional finance and digital assets is no longer a dream, but is accelerating in evolution.

Specifically, $BTC is expected to reach a historical high in 2026, which will further strengthen its position as an institutional-grade asset. Meanwhile, the two parties in the United States may join forces to promote encryption-related legislation, which means that the subfields of stablecoins, RWA (real-world assets), and on-chain securities will welcome accelerated opportunities to connect with the traditional financial system.

But what is truly exciting is the asset tokenization sector—current estimates suggest that this field could expand 1000 times before 2030. Institutional attention has already focused on four directions: the stablecoin ecosystem, DeFi protocols, on-chain income models, and sustainable cash flow projects. The competition and reshaping within these four major sectors are likely to completely change the landscape of the entire industry.

So the question is no longer whether to enter the market, but how to keep up with this trend. Traditional financial institutions are pondering how to participate, while native players in encryption are also reassessing their positions. Where are the opportunities for ecosystem assets like $ETH and $BNB? Is there still a chance for small investors? These are all worth deep consideration. What do you think about this upheaval in 2026?