Crypto Not Dead Yet: New Ways to Trade and Invest Emerging

Despite the current downturn in the crypto market, some experts argue that it's still too early to write off cryptocurrencies entirely. In fact, new ways of trading and investing in crypto are emerging, such as prediction markets and financial derivatives.

The stablecoin sector is growing rapidly, with Tether (USDT) and USDC having a combined market cap of $250 billion. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent predicts that the stablecoin industry could balloon into a $3 trillion market opportunity by 2030.

Real-world assets (RWAs), which represent ownership of things like stocks, bonds, and real estate in crypto form, are also seeing significant growth. RWA deposits tripled year over year to reach $7.4 billion in Q2 2026.