TechFlow news, December 29 — According to Dlnews, five top VC executives predict that the crypto market will enter a new phase of "less hype, more maturity" by 2026. After experiencing an investment boom exceeding $25 billion in 2025 (up 73% year-on-year), the industry focus will shift toward long-term development and practical infrastructure.
Perpetual contracts are expanding into real-world assets, stablecoin adoption is accelerating, and new regulations such as the Genius Act provide clear frameworks for institutional participation. Experts anticipate the boundary between traditional finance and DeFi will gradually blur, while consumer-facing crypto applications will become more user-friendly, requiring no specialized knowledge to use.
Blockchain technology will also serve as a critical verification layer for AI and robotics, providing transparent records for automated decision-making. Investors are shifting from "throwing money at concepts" toward seeking practical products that meet regulatory requirements, institutional demands, and the emerging machine economy.
