Cryptocurrency Adoption Driven by Stablecoins and AI-Blockchain Integration by 2026

According to ChainCatcher, Edul Patel, CEO of Indian cryptocurrency trading and investment platform Mudrex, has identified stablecoins, the tokenization of real-world assets (RWA), and the integration of artificial intelligence with blockchain as key drivers for the widespread adoption of cryptocurrencies by 2026. Patel highlighted the evolving landscape of regulation and investor behavior, noting that while India has developed mature exchanges and increasing investor awareness, there remains a lack of regulatory clarity. He anticipates a shift in investor focus from speculation to fundamental analysis, with a preference for projects that have clear real-world applications, strong fundamentals, and transparency in areas like token economics. This trend is already visible in sectors such as decentralized finance (DeFi), gaming, Web3, and the emerging fusion of artificial intelligence and blockchain.