Expected Growth in Cryptocurrency Market Cap$ETH $BNB $SOL

Standard Chartered predicts a five-fold increase in the total cryptocurrency market cap to $10 trillion by the end of 2026, driven by potential regulatory changes following the recent US election. The bank anticipates the repeal of SEC guidance SAB 121, which could increase participation by US banks and institutional investors in the digital asset market. Stablecoins are expected to benefit from regulatory initiatives, with the market cap of stablecoins projected to reach $1 trillion by 2026. Bitcoin’s price is forecast to rise to $200,000 by 2025, supported by regulatory clarity and institutional investment. Additionally, smart contract platforms and layer-2 blockchains are expected to outperform Bitcoin in value growth, with Ethereum and Solana poised for significant gains. The report also highlights the growth potential in DeFi, gaming, tokenization, and decentralized social networks, projecting a substantial increase in market cap for these sectors by 2026.