Coinbase Research Chief Sees ETFs and Stablecoins Driving Crypto Into the Mainstream by 2026
Coinbase's Global Head of Research David Duong expects cryptocurrencies to reach broad mainstream use by 2026, driven by ETFs, stablecoins, tokenization, and clearer rules. He points to the introduction of spot ETFs, corporate crypto treasuries, and regulatory frameworks such as the GENIUS Act and MiCA as key catalysts for institutional capital and deeper integration with global finance. Bitcoin's current market performance and dominance are cited as indicators of the asset class's growing structural role despite short-term price declines.