The crypto space has grown quickly over the past few years. In a country like Pakistan, millions of people now trade coins or use them as savings, and the country even ranked among the top 10 worldwide for crypto adoption in 2023. It’s no longer just tech experts – students, freelancers, and international business owners that are finding ways to use digital coins in their daily life, every set of people are now looking into these assets.
A huge industry banking on these assets for a bulk of their transactions is the online betting sector. As betting expert and football enthusiast Eugene Ravdin mentions in one of his reviews for MightyTips, nearly all the top Online betting sites in Pakistan and globally now use cryptocurrencies for deposits and payouts.
As 2026 gets closer, the big question is what comes next. Will new coins rise, will governments step in with their own digital money, and will trends like gaming or AI reshape the market? For everyday investors, knowing what to expect could be the difference between missing out and making smart moves.
AI Will Reshape Crypto in 2026
Experts like Eugene Ravdin have pointed out how artificial intelligence could transform the crypto space in the coming couple of years to come. By 2026, AI is expected to become a big thing in the crypto world. Investors won’t be relying only on gut feelings or basic charts anymore.
Instead, AI will drive smarter tools that can create personalized strategies and assess risk in real time. It will even help flag suspicious activity before it spreads.
This shift matters most for smaller investors. Until now, advanced algorithmic tools were mostly out of reach for everyday traders. Next year, many of these systems will become widely available, levelling the playing field and giving individuals the same kind of support once reserved for big firms.
Some Coins Are Going to Boom
Bitcoin and Ethereum may dominate the headlines today, but the next big stories in crypto could come from coins that most people haven’t heard of yet. Some projects are quietly building strong foundations, and 2026 might be the year they break into the mainstream.
Take EarthMeta (EMT), for example. It’s a metaverse-focused project that connects 3D worlds with digital ownership. Yes, it’s still under the radar, but early investors and tech enthusiasts believe it could be one of the standouts in the next cycle.
A report from TCU summed it up well: “The next boom may not come from the most talked-about coins; it may emerge from those quietly laying the foundation now.”
Here are some coins currently seen as strong candidates for growth in 2026:
- EarthMeta (EMT)
- Turbo (TURBO)
- Kava (KAVA)
- Jito (JTO)
- ApeCoin (APE)
- Conflux (CFX)
Gaming and the Metaverse will Be Coming Back
After their hype-filled run in 2021 and 2022, many assumed the metaverse and play-to-earn gaming had faded into the background. But 2026 is shaping up to bring them back in a much stronger way. New breakthroughs in VR and AR hardware, combined with engines like Unreal Engine 5, are making digital worlds far more immersive than before.
This time, it’s not just about flashy graphics. Games are expected to lean heavily on blockchain, creating play-and-earn models where NFTs represent real ownership. The difference is that these tokens won’t just exist inside a game; they’ll have financial value that can extend into the real world.
For younger players in Pakistan, this mix of entertainment and income potential could make metaverse gaming especially attractive again. Communities are already buzzing with excitement about what’s coming.
The Rise of CBDCs and State-Sponsored Cryptos
One of the biggest shifts expected in 2026 is the rise of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies that grew out of a free, decentralized ethos, CBDCs are state-backed and designed to bring more control into the digital money space.
Some European countries are already testing them, and larger economies like China and the US are moving fast to roll out their own versions. Supporters argue that CBDCs will make financial systems more inclusive.
As one central bank official put it, “By 2026, we expect CBDCs to enhance financial inclusion, allowing unbanked populations access to digital financial services.”
For countries with large rural or underserved communities, that could be a game-changer.
The benefits are clear: CBDCs can help reduce abuses like tax evasion and money laundering, while also offering faster, cheaper, and more transparent transactions.
Even Warren Buffett once said, “The best investment you can make is in yourself,” and for many governments, CBDCs represent an investment in a stronger financial infrastructure.
Rise in Real-World Assets on the Blockchain
For years, the idea of putting physical assets on the blockchain sounded like a dream. But by 2026, it’s set to become much more common. We’ve already seen early steps with farmland, real estate, and even artwork being tokenized, and the trend is only getting stronger.
What makes this shift so powerful is fractional ownership. Instead of needing huge sums to buy property or other high-value assets, investors will be able to purchase small portions through tokens. This opens the door for more people to take part in wealth-building opportunities, making investment less exclusive and more accessible.
Conclusion
The year 2026 is shaping up to be a turning point for cryptocurrency. With different changes in the pipeline, the landscape will look very different from today. For investors in Pakistan, the key will be to stay informed, adapt quickly, and watch how these global shifts create new opportunities at home.The a
ticle was provided by Eugene Ravdin.