Our Scans · (FS.8.02) Future Of Trades · Weekly Summary

• [New] Congress will look to finalize a digital asset regulatory framework and pass a capital formation package (INVEST Act); the SEC's rulemaking agenda will be in full swing, including expanding retail access to private assets; and everyone will continue to grapple with how to regulate AI. Carta
• [New] The digital euro project is being pushed by the European Central Bank as a means to protect monetary sovereignty at a time of turmoil in cross-border trading and unpredictable mood swings in the White House. FinExtra
• The new UK Social Investment Fund will invest in areas facing housing and transport shortages and in communities needing town-centre renewal, new education and health facilities, and low-carbon or digital infrastructure to support the UK's net zero transition. GOV.UK
• The London & International Insurance Brokers' Association has published its 2026 agenda, outlining plans to address digital trading development and position London as a destination for complex and emerging risks. Insurance Business
• Nations that invest in AI research and infrastructure will emerge as global leaders in the digital economy. Academia Magazine
• Financial Deepening: Expansion of Stock / Bond / Wealth Management/Payment Connect, digital finance cooperation, and carbon trading will cement Hong Kong's role as a global financial gateway for mainland capital. ChoZan
• CME Group's XRP futures offering is expected to further integrate XRP into institutional trading strategies, offering participants a new tool for risk management and exposure to digital asset markets. FinanceFeeds
• The transition to on-chain infrastructure will be a key stage in the evolution of financial markets and the foundation for a digital model of global securities trading. CoinsPaid Media
• Congress could grant the Commodity Futures Trading Commission more authority over digital assets, while the Securities and Exchange Commission would continue to oversee areas such as exchange-traded funds. CryptoRank
• The SEC, CFTC and other US federal regulators will continue with their Presidential Working Group's Report mandate for immediate action to use their existing powers to enable the trading of digital assets. Ashurst
• Delphi Digital defines the key incremental entry point for 2026 as social trading and Agentic Finance, believing that intelligence will become an important paradigm shift in on-chain finance. RootData
• 2026 will reward retailers and B2B's who act now to embrace agentic commerce, balance AI with proven best practices, invest in product master data, and solve persistent customer pain points in digital engagement. Comma Consulting
• In 2026, the debate around digital currencies and their impact on retail and wholesale payments are unlikely to go away and could even shift from a concept to practical use beyond crypto trading. Paylume - Enlightened Payments
• Organizations that invest now in strategic planning, workforce sustainability, digital capacity, and diversified revenue will be positioned not just to survive 2026, but to thrive. KDP CONSULTING INC.
• Congress could grant the Commodity Futures Trading Commission more authority to regulate digital assets. MEXC
• Fraud and financial crime will continue to evolve as digital services expand and businesses that invest in intelligence-led, multi-layered strategies will be better placed to protect customers, reduce exposure and maintain trust as they move through 2026. FinExtra

Last updated: 19 February 2026