Global Scans · Blockchain · Weekly Summary

• [New] The push for a truly interconnected blockchain ecosystem via interoperability solutions will accelerate in 2026. FinExtra
• [New] Building on the success of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs and the more crypto friendly Trump administration, in 2026 could mark a turning point for other cryptocurrency ETFs, signalling the potential for expanded institutional interest in a broader range of digital assets. FinExtra
• [New] The New York Stock Exchange plans to launch a blockchain-based platform later in 2026 that will enable 24/7 trading of tokenized stocks and exchange-traded funds, pending regulatory approval. CoinDesk
• [New] By 2026, financial institutions are predicted to move beyond crypto ETFs and integrate blockchain technology directly into their core product stacks. Whalesbook
• [New] One of the most compelling trends shaping crypto is the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and blockchain technology, and in 2026, the best AI crypto projects are expected to drive significant innovation and investment. optimustoken.io
• [New] As blockchain adoption accelerates in 2026 and beyond, smart contracts will continue to power decentralized systems, enterprise automation, and global digital economies. Animalverse.social
• [New] One of the most significant changes coming in 2026 will be clearer regulatory frameworks for cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies. MEMO blog: Web3 Insights on Data Asset, Blockchain and
• [New] In 2026, AI will continue to develop rapidly, while blockchain will increasingly be introduced to provide trust, payment, and decentralization solutions. RootData
• [New] Crypto, Web3, blockchain, decentralization and other related technologies and methodologies will explode in 2026. / USA Medium
• [New] Moody's expects an increase in cryptocurrency thefts linked to attacks on storage and transaction platforms. SC Media
• [New] As of 2026, BNB is regarded as a solid long-term investment opportunity due to its ecological development, burning mechanism, as well as its vital part in one of the most popular blockchain platforms. Exolix
• [New] Analysts anticipate another exceptional year for cryptocurrency from the SEC. MEXC
• [New] As adoption of blockchain payments advances, the places where smart contracts run will expand dramatically from global networks only to include local and closed networks. ABeam Consulting Ltd.
• [New] The larger Web3 ecosystem is projected to continue growing steadily over the next decade as blockchain technology matures toward mainstream infrastructure from niche innovation. Blockchain App Factory
• [New] As we look toward the end of the decade, the integration of AI with other decentralized technologies like Blockchain will likely be the next frontier. MEXC Blog
• [New] Advances in quantum computing could undermine Bitcoin's cryptographic protections, sparking debate over how to safeguard the world's best-known cryptocurrency. Grand Pinnacle Tribune
• [New] By 2026, NFTs will likely power Web3's core systems, transitioning from niche experiments to essential blockchain primitives. Ainvest
• [New] The cryptocurrency landscape in 2026 is defined by a tectonic shift in regulatory frameworks and geopolitical strategies, creating both heightened risks and unprecedented opportunities for investors. Ainvest

Last updated: 01 February 2026