Coinbase Institutional published its "2026 Crypto Market Outlook," detailing its perspective on the digital asset landscape. The report projects a resilient U.S. economy but cautions that near-term crypto markets face elevated uncertainty.
The outlook forecasts that institutional adoption will mature into a phase designated "DAT 2.0." This new phase involves more specialized trading, custody services, and procurement of block-space.
Coinbase identifies several key areas for future growth. These include advancements in privacy technologies, specifically zero-knowledge proofs. The report also highlights the rise of AI-driven autonomous agents for on-chain payments and the continued expansion of tokenized assets.