Galaxy Research forecasts that 2026 will witness a significant surge in initial public offerings (IPOs) from the cryptocurrency sector, with over 15 U.S.-based crypto companies preparing to go public or uplist. This follows a wave of ten similar events in 2025, signaling burgeoning investor interest and sector maturation.
Key contenders leading this anticipated IPO wave include Consensys, the Ethereum software giant, and digital asset custodian BitGo. Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis is also among the notable candidates. Consensys is notably advancing its IPO preparations by engaging major financial institutions JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs to facilitate the process.
In a parallel development, gaming and metaverse investor Animoca Brands is targeting a Nasdaq listing by the end of 2026, following substantial fundraising achievements. The broader financial market's enthusiasm is expected to drive significant engagement with these crypto equity offerings.
Analysts suggest these IPOs could act as a major catalyst for the blockchain industry, potentially attracting large-scale investments and boosting public trust in digital assets. The established partnerships with leading traditional banks are seen as a key factor that could make crypto equities an attractive asset class, with some forecasts suggesting they may outperform traditional technology sectors.
This projected activity builds on the momentum set by the 2025 IPO wave, which included Galaxy Digital's own listing. According to historical data, crypto companies with solid partnerships and successful public offerings have seen notable growth in valuation, setting an optimistic precedent for the 2026 outcomes.
