As per Odaily, Animoca Brands co-founder Yat Siu stated that 2025 will be remembered as the 'Trump Year,' not for its positive impact on crypto, but due to market overestimation of political expectations and misjudgment of tariffs, interest rates, and macroeconomic policies. He noted that the 'crypto deal' around Trump did not materialize, and 2026 will push the industry toward compliance and real-world applications. Siu emphasized that 2026 will focus on institutionalization and functionalization of the crypto industry, with clearer regulatory frameworks like the Clarity Act and GENIUS Act encouraging traditional institutions to enter the market. He also revealed that Animoca plans to go public via a reverse merger with Currenc Group, a Nasdaq-listed fintech firm, to offer broader exposure to Web3 and altcoins.
Animoca Co-Founder Yat Siu Predicts 2026 Will Be the Year of Functional Tokens
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Animoca Brands co-founder Yat Siu said 2025 will be the "Trump Year," marked by overestimated political expectations and misjudged macroeconomic factors. He noted the crypto deal around Trump failed to deliver, but 2026 will bring compliance and real-world use cases. Siu highlighted the role of regulatory clarity, including the Clarity Act and GENIUS Act, in attracting traditional institutions. He also confirmed Animoca’s plan to go public via a reverse merger with Currenc Group. Liquidity and crypto markets will benefit as institutionalization grows. CFT regulations will also play a key role in shaping the industry’s future.
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