Global Scans · Blockchain · Weekly Summary

• [New] 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
• [New] 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
• [New] By 2030, we expect to see a flourishing ecosystem of Financial DApps (Decentralized Applications) that use XRP as their base layer of liquidity. KuCoin
• [New] Telegram will replace the TON Foundation as the driving force behind the TON blockchain - and will become its largest validator. TradingView
• [New] By the end of 2026, we expect most big banks to have some form of blockchain service. Malgo Technologies
• [New] In 2026, industries such as finance, healthcare, supply chain, real estate, and digital entertainment will see major transformation through blockchain adoption. Malgo Technologies
• [New] A major factor in cryptocurrency prediction 2026 will be the growth of Layer-2 ecosystems, which will allow for mass adoption through creating scalable and affordable versions of decentralized applications. Bitcoin Foundation
• [New] Crypto intent protocols 2026 will move from niche DeFi tooling into mainstream consumer application infrastructure - making blockchain interactions effectively invisible to end users for the first time at scale. Blocsys
• [New] Blockchain could reduce healthcare data breaches by 40% by 2026. Innovation Hub Live
• [New] Blockchain could contribute $1.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030. techfueler.com
• [New] By 2030, the traditional crypto wallet will be replaced by a Personal Finance Agent that acts as a secure, conversational interface to the entire blockchain. KuCoin
• [New] European Central Bank's Digital Euro Pilots - The ECB actively tests wholesale CBDC settlement using blockchain rails, signaling that central bank infrastructure will increasingly rely on distributed ledger technology. Blocsys
• [New] By the end of 2026, at least 3 major US states will mandate blockchain-based record-keeping for property titles. Innovation Hub Live
• [New] Blockchain-based supply chain solutions could reduce global shipping costs by 15% by 2028. Innovation Hub Live
• [New] A consortium of shipping companies could use an enterprise blockchain to track containers as they move around the world. Innovation Hub Live
• [New] By 2026, Layer-2 scaling solutions will be absolutely essential for any blockchain network hoping to handle real-world transaction volumes. Innovation Hub Live
• [New] As blockchain grows from single-chain dominance to ecosystem-driven competition, the dark horse of 2026 will not necessarily be the largest network, but the one that successfully integrates scalability, interoperability, real-world utility, and developer adoption into a cohesive ecosystem. KuCoin
• Regulatory clarity is the single biggest factor that will drive institutional adoption of blockchain technology. Innovation Hub Live
• Increased regulatory clarity, particularly in the U.S. and Europe, will drive institutional investment and broader acceptance of blockchain-based solutions. Innovation Hub Live
• By 2026, blockchain networks are expected to shift toward more energy-efficient consensus mechanisms, such as proof-of-stake. Coruzant Technologies
• Several emerging blockchain technologies 2026 are still in early stages but show enormous potential. Blocsys
• Modern decentralized applications (DApps) now routinely undergo multiple rounds of auditing from reputable firms before going live. THODEX

Last updated: 10 May 2026