Fidelity: Crypto to see tangible results from TradFi integration in 2026

The cryptocurrency market has entered its 'container moment' by integrating with the traditional financial system, and 2026 will be the inaugural year for these results to become visible, according to Fidelity's recent "2026 Look Ahead" report. The report states that while 2025 saw little price movement, it was a period of steady progress beneath the surface, with significant infrastructure redevelopment and the establishment of regulatory frameworks. Fidelity noted that all major banks have announced plans to enhance their crypto capabilities and that 2025 was the first year without widespread narratives of Bitcoin's demise. The asset manager concluded that crypto has reached an inflection point, evolving from a niche speculative asset to a fundamental component of future finance. Institutional investors are expanding their exposure through derivatives and tokenization, while large capital pools like pension funds and foundations have begun to enter the market in earnest. Fidelity also projected that potential demand worth tens of trillions of dollars could emerge as financial and investment advisors improve access for their clients.