1kx released its H1 2026 cryptocurrency industry revenue report, showing total cryptocurrency revenue declined 23% year-over-year to $47 billion. In financial-related revenue, CEX, derivatives, and market maker income decreased by $5.2 billion, on-chain DeFi revenue dropped by $1.8 billion, and ETF and fund management fees fell by $1.1 billion. In blockchain-related revenue, staking and mining rewards declined by $6.2 billion, while transaction fees and MEV halved, with blockchain-related income accounting for 25% of total revenue—the lowest level on record.
1kx Reports 23% Decline in Crypto Industry Revenue to $47B in H1 2026
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1kx released crypto industry news showing a 23% decline in total revenue to $47 billion in H1 2026. Financial-related revenue fell by $5.2 billion, with DeFi and ETF fees down $1.8 billion and $1.1 billion, respectively. Blockchain revenue, including staking and mining, dropped $6.2 billion. Transaction fees and MEV also halved. Blockchain-related income now accounts for 25% of total revenue, the lowest on record, reflecting shifting industry trends.
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