Global Scans · Blockchain · Weekly Summary

• [New] Regulatory clarity is the single biggest factor that will drive institutional adoption of blockchain technology. Innovation Hub Live
• [New] Up to 10% of global GDP could be stored or transacted on blockchain infrastructure by 2027. Blockchain Technology, Mobility, AI and IoT Development
• [New] Advanced cybersecurity - In 2026, outsourcing providers will have to invest in innovative technologies like blockchain and encryption to ensure the maximum security of their clients' data. Outsource Accelerator
• [New] By 2026 advanced traceability systems (blockchain, encrypted QR codes, digital twins of supply chain) will be more prevalent. International Multispeciality Journal of Health
• Artificial intelligence and blockchain are poised to be two of the most transformative forces in the global economy over the next five years, unlocking major opportunities for companies' digital transformation especially in payments. J.P. MORGAN
• SWIFT's tokenized asset settlement experiments, conducted in partnership with more than a dozen major global banks including Citi, BNP Paribas, and Deutsche Bank, demonstrated that existing SWIFT messaging infrastructure could be used to instruct settlement across multiple blockchain networks. yellow.com
• The Financial Action Task Force has separately flagged blockchain-integrated messaging applications as a potential vector for sanctions evasion, a concern that could generate compliance pressure on Telegram Wallet specifically. yellow.com
• Cross-Blockchain Mixing: As more cryptocurrencies become widely adopted, mixing services could expand to support multi-chain privacy solutions, allowing users to mix Bitcoin with other privacy-focused assets like Monero or Zcash. GitHub
• If Telegram can make blockchain interactions feel simple, fast, and familiar, TON could become one of the most important consumer crypto networks to watch in 2026. Guardarian

Last updated: 24 May 2026