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The New Landscape of the 2026 Crypto Market: From Halving Narratives to Deep Institutional Involvement
【Blockchain Rhythm】As we enter 2026, the narrative in the crypto market is quietly shifting. The once-dominant “halving cycle” is fading, replaced by two major driving forces: a gradually clarifying regulatory framework and continuous deepening of institutional capital.
BTC remains firmly positioned as “digital gold,” with stable growth in institutional allocation demand. The story of ETH, however, becomes more imaginative—RWA tokenization and upgrade pathways are gradually transforming it into an institutional-grade settlement tool and financial infrastructure. SOL is accelerating its expansion in another dimension—its high-performance advantages are finding real use cases in payments, RWA, and other实体经济场景.
Market analysts generally believe that the future market logic has changed. The era of short-term speculation is over; what truly determines price trends are the combined effects of “regulatory entry points + practical scenarios + capital attributes.” In other words, progress in regulation and adjustments in institutional allocations will become key variables influencing market rhythm. For traders, the key to seizing these structural opportunities lies in understanding institutional participation logic and policy guidance.