The cryptocurrency market in 2026 is showing a shift from hype-driven cycles to structured growth and strategic maturity. Institutional strategies dominate, retail investors take a smaller role, and geopolitical uncertainty affects market sentiment.

Analysts warn that the era of speculative memecoins and whitepaper millionaires is giving way to projects prioritising revenue, sustainability, and systemic utility.

Market leaders note a widening gap between top cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum and smaller altcoins. Major assets gain from liquidity and…