The wave of cryptocurrency exchange listings is approaching, with IPO financing in 2026 expected to surpass expectations

According to industry data, the cryptocurrency sector raised a total of $3.4 billion through IPOs in 2025, demonstrating strong interest from traditional capital in the field. As we enter 2026, this listing boom is expected to continue heating up.

Market expectations suggest that six leading crypto institutions will initiate IPOs within the year, with the combined valuation of these companies exceeding $35 billion, setting a new industry financing record. Among them, the well-known US-based crypto exchange Kraken is valued at $20 billion and plans to go public in the first half of 2026, becoming one of the most anticipated IPOs of the year. Meanwhile, Web3 infrastructure provider ConsenSys, known for its MetaMask wallet, is also planning its listing process.

These IPO plans reflect the ongoing recognition from mainstream finance of the commercialization of crypto assets and blockchain technology. As regulatory frameworks gradually improve and institutional participation increases, 2026 is poised to become a pivotal year for the cryptocurrency industry to mature and integrate into the traditional financial system.