Global Scans · Blockchain · Weekly Summary

• [New] The HKMA issued its Fintech Promotion Blueprint as part of its Fintech 2030 strategy, signalling heightened expectations on the use of AI and distributed ledger technology, and announcing four flagship projects including a Quantum Preparedness Index and a New Risk Data Strategy. Passle
• [New] The next wave of useful blockchain innovation will be less about proving that decentralization is possible and more about proving that decentralized systems can survive legal, economic, and operational reality. News, Events, Advertising Options
• [New] NOBO and Applied Blockchain have completed Phase 1 participation in the Bank of England's Digital Pound Lab, designing and delivering a payment workflow to explore how conditional business-to-business payments could support more efficient and accessible cross-border trade finance for SMEs. Finextra Research
• [New] 74% of respondents expect cryptocurrency prices to rise in the future, while 73% plan to increase their digital asset allocation before the end of the year. crypto.news
• [New] Why 2026 financial systems must plan for smart contract failure - Blockchain-powered smart contracts remain vulnerable to logic flaws, oracle manipulation ($8.8 billion losses in 2025) and emergent risks, turning localised bugs into systemic threats. Digital Bytes
• [New] Major industry participants are building their own defences: Coinbase announced an independent quantum advisory board staffed with leading cryptographers to guide long-term blockchain security planning, signaling that even custodial infrastructure must prepare for quantum-era risks. CoinDesk
• [New] By 2030, blockchain technology will have permeated into the fabric of everyday life. My Blog
• [New] By 2026, we expect to see a more robust partnership between AI and blockchain, leading to intelligent applications that can adapt over time. My Blog
• [New] By 2026, 60% of global supply chains are projected to adopt blockchain for enhanced traceability and compliance. Farmonaut
• [New] From Stocks to Real Estate: By 2026, we will see a significant portion of traditional assets represented as tokens on a blockchain. Hashtag Web3
• [New] The implementation of regulatory frameworks by governments worldwide is predicted to solidify the legitimacy of blockchain ventures. My Blog
• [New] Based on the technical analysis by cryptocurrency experts regarding the prices of Stellar, in 2028, XLM is expected to have the following minimum and maximum prices: about $0.201 and $0.322, respectively. Changelly
• [New] The economic impacts of blockchain in 2026 will be multifaceted. My Blog
• [New] Top Computer Education Trends in 2026: AI, Coding & Digital Literacy with tools like Classcard will transform careers by producing graduates proficient in AI ethics, advanced blockchain coding, and digital navigation, meeting demands in automation, software development, and data science fields. HotBot
• [New] U.S. crypto legislation expected in 2026 will bridge blockchain into mainstream finance, while privacy coins face regulatory risks despite outperforming broader markets. Ainvest
• [New] We expect there to be robust policy debates in the coming year on many critical issues that could have a dramatic effect on digital assets, distributed ledger technology and tokenization. Cleary M&A and Corporate Watch
• Beginning in 2026, the Depository Trust Company (DTC) will create blockchain-based digital twins of securities it already holds, including U.S. equities, ETFs, and Treasury securities on approved distributed ledger networks. StablecoinInsider
• In 2026, the success of blockchain technology will not be measured by headlines or token prices. ITDigest
• As we approach 2026, the fusion of Karcher sprinkler technology with satellite-driven platforms, AI, and blockchain will continue to expand the boundaries of efficient, sustainable, and economically resilient irrigation systems. Farmonaut
• Blockchain technology has the potential to replace traditional data foundations, making it possible for global markets to operate at the level of speed, accessibility, and transparency that modern finance demands. Forbes
• In the world of blockchain, Zero Knowledge Proof is no longer just a cryptic academic concept; it is the engine behind what many are calling the most disruptive presale crypto event of 2026. TechBullion

Last updated: 29 March 2026