Entering 2026, the first trading day of the crypto industry showcased an exciting spectacle—regulation, capital, and ecosystem all exerting efforts simultaneously, forming a rare multi-dimensional positive resonance.

From the regulatory side, things are accelerating. The US GENIUS Act has clarified regulations for stablecoins and market structure, and Europe's MiCA framework is also progressing steadily. The policy frameworks of these two major economies are becoming increasingly clear, providing a clear path for institutions eager to enter. Meanwhile, ETF approvals are speeding up, the role of stablecoins in DvP (Delivery versus Payment) is gaining importance, and tokenized collateral is being increasingly accepted—these seemingly independent signals are interconnected, actually doing one thing: embedding crypto assets more deeply into the core processes of traditional finance.

On the capital side, there’s no idle moment. Large-scale investments are frequently appearing. Justin Sun single-handedly acquired 13.25 million LIT tokens for $33 million, directly holding 5.32% of the circulating supply. Such substantial investments are no joke; leading players are expressing their long-term optimism about asset value through action, also injecting confidence into the market.

The data from the ecosystem side is even more impressive. A major public chain’s 2025 annual report shows: the total number of unique addresses exceeded 700 million, daily transaction volume surpassed 10.78 million, and total locked value increased by 40.5%. The market cap of stablecoins doubled to $14 billion, and real-world assets (RWA) also surpassed $1.8 billion—user numbers and practical applications are growing rapidly, indicating that ecosystem commercial implementation is no longer just a slogan but a real happening.

All three forces are accelerating. Regulation is no longer a problem but a guarantee; capital continues to be optimistic, building a foundation of confidence; and the level of ecosystem prosperity is becoming increasingly clear. From this perspective, 2026 marks the transition of the crypto industry from the fringes to the global mainstream financial stage, and this process is already underway.