a16z Crypto’s 2026 Call: Stablecoins Will Surpass Visa
The firm suggests digital wallets could eventually handle payments at a scale rivaling global card networks.
Venture capital firm a16z Crypto has outlined its top expectations for the digital asset sector in a post shared on X on January 1, pointing to major shifts in payments, privacy, and blockchain use cases in 2026.
The list framed a future where stablecoins will rival global card networks, privacy tools will become a key competitive advantage, and crypto firms will move beyond trading as markets prepare for a possible rebound.
The Main Story: A Vision Beyond Trading
The firm’s detailed list framed 2026 as a pivotal year for maturing blockchain applications. A…




