I happened to read an interesting opinion from Chris Kuiper, VP of Research at Fidelity Digital Assets, about the phase we are currently experiencing in the crypto industry. He said digital assets are undergoing a structural turning point similar to the impact of containers on global trade back then. This analysis is quite eye-opening because it shows that this is not just a temporary trend, but a fundamental transformation.

The most interesting part is how infrastructure and institutions are building the foundation for a major shift in the global financial system. Institutional adoption has already developed through various channels—custodians, derivatives, tokenization, and most importantly, large funds like pensions and endowments that are moving slowly but surely into this ecosystem. This is no longer speculation, but a structured asset allocation.

According to his opinion, wealth advisors could become a long-term demand source that has been overlooked so far. As access to cryptocurrencies becomes more widespread, these advisors will start recommending digital assets to their clients. This is a serious game changer.

Fast forward to 2026 now, we are already seeing major banks announcing their plans to build digital asset capabilities. The integration of digital assets into the traditional financial system is underway, and the continuously evolving regulatory clarity is accelerating this process. So it’s not just one person’s opinion; this is a measurable trend that is visible in the field. The structural changes discussed last year are now happening right before our eyes.