According to B. Riley, the digital asset space is expected to transition from a focus on speculation to infrastructure by 2026. The shift, according to the report, will be driven by regulatory clarity, tokenization, and the adoption of crypto by banks. This transition suggests a move away from balance-sheet accumulation toward real operations for crypto firms, according to B. Riley's analysis. The development indicates a maturing market as the industry prepares for broader integration and utility.

According to B. Riley, the digital asset space is expected to transition from a focus on speculation to infrastructure by 2026. The shift, according to the report, will be driven by regulatory clarity, tokenization, and the adoption of crypto by banks. This transition suggests a move away from balance-sheet accumulation toward real operations for crypto firms, according to B. Riley's analysis. The development indicates a maturing market as the industry prepares for broader integration and utility.